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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Burning Bright Abstract.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Montag see in the sky that he thinks is a bomb?
(a) A helicopter
(b) A bright light
(c) A dirigible
(d) A glider plane

2. What shocks Montag when he first observes Clarisse's family?
(a) The entire family is awake
(b) The family dresses in rags, though they are rich
(c) The family sleeps with the lights on and the curtains open
(d) They look nothing like Clarisse

3. What most surprises Montag about his time on the river?
(a) How quiet it is
(b) How alone he feels
(c) How cold the water feels
(d) How frightened he is

4. Where does Montag stop to freshen up during his escape?
(a) At an elementary school
(b) At a hotel
(c) At a gas station
(d) At a church

5. How does Faber react to Montag’s decision to read the poem aloud?
(a) He is mortified
(b) He is proud
(c) He is confused
(d) He is apathetic

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Phelps find most interesting about her two children?

2. What aspect of Clarisse’s personality takes Montag aback?

3. What is the general mission of the fire department in the novel?

4. What are the citizens asked to do by the announcer?

5. Where do the fugitives store their books?

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