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

2. According to Mildred, who are the only people she trusts?
(a) Her parents
(b) Her neighbors
(c) No one
(d) The characters on her television shows

3. What interrupts Montag’s confrontation with Beatty?
(a) The building exploding
(b) The fire hound barking
(c) The fire alarm sounding
(d) The sounds of sirens wailing

4. What aspect of Mildred’s personality does Montag most resent?
(a) Her coldness
(b) Her religious fervor
(c) Her obsession
(d) Her jealousy

5. The next morning, how does Montag feel about his confrontation with Mildred about the poem?
(a) Terrified
(b) Guilty
(c) Proud
(d) Ashamed

Short Answer Questions

1. When discussing his personal history with Montag, what does Faber call himself?

2. As Montag listens to Mildred’s conversation with Ann, what does he realize about his wife?

3. What did a cousin once bet Montag a dime he couldn’t do?

4. During their first meeting, what does Montag ask Faber to do to help him?

5. Why does a specific sound frighten Montag as he is reading in the kitchen?

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