Ray Bradbury Fahrenheit 451 – book report: Part II

(‘One two three four five six seven days’ – end of Part I)
Read Part II: THE SIEVE AND THE SAND ( pp 33-52 in a 77 pages pdf).
Montag’s reaction to the commercial on the subway is a turning point in his life. How does he react and why?

What is your reaction to Faber?

According to Faber, what three things does Guy need to understand what he (Faber) is saying?

Briefly explain, in your own words, each element.

What is the effect throughout sections I and II, of the bombers flying over?

What was the purpose of having Mrs. Phelps and Mrs. Bowles in the story? Explain.

Write a journal about this section of book on the back of this sheet:
 Paragraph one: Write at least a three sentence summary about this part.
 Paragraph two: choose a different character/place/event from this part to focus on for the following (pick ONE
of the three). Then:
 Name the character/place/event
 Choose a line/sentence that represents the character/place/event the best , quote it
 Write one sentence why you chose this character/place/event.
 Paragraph Three: Write at least two sentences of your personal response here. There are no right or wrong
answers. What did you like? Dislike? Inferences for the next chapter?
 Paragraph Four: Choose one quote that stood out to you. Then write one sentence: Why did it stand out? What
do you think the quote means?