Allusions in Fahrenheit 451: Multiple Choice Practice
This assignment will assess your understanding of the allusions used in Ray Bradbury's novel Fahrenheit 451. An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art. Read each question carefully and select the best answer.
Group 1
Answer the following multiple choice questions about allusions in Fahrenheit 451.
Question 1a
In Fahrenheit 451, Montag memorizes passages from the Book of Ecclesiastes. What type of allusion is this?
Question 1b
Which character in Fahrenheit 451 makes an allusion to the myth of Icarus when discussing the dangers of curiosity?
Question 1c
When Montag reads poetry to Mildred and her friends, he chooses "Dover Beach" by Matthew Arnold. What is the effect of this literary allusion?
Question 1d
Captain Beatty often quotes famous literature. What is his main purpose in doing so?
Question 1e
The allusion to the Phoenix at the end of the novel symbolizes:
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