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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Hearth and the Salamander.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What takes up three full walls in the Montag's living room?
(a) Mirrors
(b) The television
(c) Pictures
(d) An abstract painting

2. The morning after the accident, what does Montag try to convince Mildred of?
(a) That she should get a job
(b) That she wanted to die
(c) That they should have children
(d) That Clarisse's family is a danger to their way of life

3. While out with Montag one afternoon, what does Clarisse urge him to taste?
(a) The rain
(b) Sassafras root
(c) Her blood
(d) Imported chocolate

4. Which of the following facts is true about Clarisse?
(a) She is the daughter of a highly placed politic figure
(b) She is Montag’s neighbor
(c) She has no sense of humor
(d) She is somber

5. What is the general mission of the fire department in the novel?
(a) To aid civilians
(b) To educate people on fire prevention
(c) To burn books
(d) To arrest and execute arsonists

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Montag react to Clarisse's question?

2. What does Faber believe television has done to Jesus' image?

3. What does Montag beg the attic book owner to do before he burns down her house?

4. Why is Montag so fascinated with Clarisse?

5. How does Mildred react to the ambulance drivers’ arrival?

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