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Fahrenheit 451: Reading Instructions

You are expected to have these sections read on the day listed. If you miss class or we do not have class, you are still responsible for the readings.

For EACHDAY of reading, write down THREEQUESTIONS(see below) you have that may increase understanding of the text or that relate to today’s world; censorship, media, government and law, literature, love and marriage, etc., are all possibilities. Only ONE of the questions should be in the “LITERAL” category! Write your questions in the back of this paper.The questions may be rhetorical, but try to write questions that your classmates and teacher can respond to in class. Be prepared to discuss your questions with the class each day.

By Friday, October 10: Pages 1-28
By Monday, October 13: Pages 29-65
By Wednesday, October 15: Pages 67-106
By Friday, October 17: Pages 107-124 (STOP reading after “Good night, Mrs. Black, he thought.”)
By Monday, October 20: Pages 124-158 (End of Novel)

“The zipper displaces the button and a man lacks just that much time to think while dressing at dawn, a philosophical hour, and thus a mechanical hour.” —Beatty

There are three levels of questions we will use when creating or answering questions about a text:

Level 1 – Literal

Level One Questions can be answered explicitly by facts contained in the text. (The answers to these questions are clearly in the text. You might even be able to literally point to the answer!)

Level 2 – Interpretive

Level Two Questions are textually implicit, requiring analysis and interpretation of specific parts of the text. The reader must apply their knowledge to the text. (The reader must “read between the lines” (infer) for the answers to questions on this level.)

Level 3 – Universal/Evaluative

Level Three Questions are much more open-ended and go beyond the text. They are intended to provoke a discussion of an abstract idea or issue. (These questions ask “So what? Why does it matter?”)

For EACH DAY of reading, fill out the “INTERACT WITH THE TEXT” portions of the Packet. Please write CLEARLY and LEGIBLY.

There are three levels of questions we will use when creating or answering questions about a text. Write your Questions here:

For Friday, October 10: Pages 1-28

For Monday, October 13: Pages 29-65

For Wednesday, October 15: Pages 67-106

For Friday, October 17: Pages 107-124 (STOP reading after “Good night, Mrs. Black, he thought.”)

For Monday, October 20: Pages 124-158 (End of Novel)

INTERACT WITH THE TEXT

Part 1: As you read each chunk, (1) record text that reveals important rules in Montag’s community, (2) infer the reasons for these rules, and (3) identify what members of society must sacrifice for the good of society.

What are the rules in Montag’s community?
(record page numbers) / Why do the rule(s) exist? / What must individuals sacrifice for the good of society?
Chunk 1: [WU1]Pages 1-28

INTERACT WITH THE TEXT

Part 2: Record text that reveals the important questions Montag starts to ask of himself or others. In some cases, Montag’s questions must be inferred. Identify at least two questions per chunk.

Evidence that Montag Questions his Society
(record page numbers) / How do his questions reveal his concerns about his society or the rules he is being asked to follow?
Chunk 2: Pages 29-65
Chunk 3: Pages 67-106
Chunk 4: Pages 107-124

INTERACT WITH THE TEXT

In the final section of the novel, Montag moves from questioning his society to rebelling against it. Record and analyze text that shows evidence of his rebellion.

Evidence of Montag’s Rebellion
(record page numbers) / What does this rebellion reveal about Montag?
Chunk 5: Pages 124-158

WRITE A RESPONSE TO THE TEXT

Central Idea (Theme) is the author’s message about life or human nature. It is easiest to determine the theme by first identifying an important topic that is developed in the text. Texts often address more than one topic, but for this activity, choose one topic that you see as most significant to the novel.

Topics: (You may choose your own.)

Authority
Challenges
Courage
Common Good
Conformity
Duty
Equality / Free Will
Wisdom
Heart vs. Reason
Hope
Independence
Integrity
Love / Loyalty
Memories
Obedience
Rebellion
Responsibility
Search for identity
Trust

Significant Topic in Fahrenheit 451: ____________

Central Idea/Theme: Write one sentence that explains the author’s purpose: What is she attempting to express about the topic you chose?

In her novel Fahrenheit 451, Ray Bradbury expresses the idea that

______

Evidence from the Text that Supports your Interpretation of the Central Idea/Theme
(paraphrase or quote) / Explanation: How does this evidence support
your interpretation of the central idea/theme?

[WU1]In teacher copy, Chunk 1 , pages 1-21. May vary in student copy