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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: The Sieve and the Sand Abstract.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Montag reads, what does Mildred stare at longingly?
(a) Her television wall
(b) The window
(c) The oven
(d) A photograph

2. What flusters Montag when he arrived at the book burning in the attic?
(a) He recognizes the titles of the books
(b) The attic is rickety and dangerous
(c) The homeowner is present
(d) The books are all Bibles

3. Who do Montag and Clarisse do each morning?
(a) Have coffee
(b) Walk to work
(c) Make love
(d) Discuss poetry

4. What is the number assigned to Montag's fire squad?
(a) 199
(b) 451
(c) 666
(d) 111

5. What does Montag hear a persistent advertisement for while riding the train?
(a) Denham's Dentifrice
(b) Morlock's Menties
(c) Mildred’s favorite soap opera
(d) Glueless Gummies

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following criminals housed illegal books in their attic?

3. How does Mildred react to the news that Montag has been hoarding books?

4. What aspect of Mildred’s personality does Montag most resent?

5. How does Montag explain his disillusionment with society?

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