Fahrenheit 451 - Censorship and Language
English
Year 9
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A worksheet exploring themes of censorship through language analysis in Fahrenheit 451, focusing on grammar and stylistic techniques.
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Fahrenheit 451 - Censorship and Language
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Scene Summary and Context
In Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451, the dystopian society is where books are banned, and 'firemen' burn any that are found. The protagonist, Guy Montag, begins to question this oppressive order as he encounters individuals who secretly cherish literature. The government controls information through censorship, limiting people's access to ideas and free expression. The novel explores how language can be manipulated or suppressed to maintain power. A key scene involves Montag discovering an ancient book, which ignites his internal conflict about conformity and rebellion. The quote 'And on either side of the street, the books lay like dead things' exemplifies the dark imagery used to depict the suppression of knowledge.
1.
Identify the literary technique used in the phrase 'like dead things' and explain its effect.
[2 marks]2.
What is the significance of the quote 'And on either side of the street, the books lay like dead things' in relation to censorship?
[2 marks]3.
Identify one stylistic device used in the phrase 'like dead things' and discuss its purpose.
[2 marks]4.
Explain how Bradbury’s choice of words in the scene reflects the theme of censorship.
5.
How does the imagery in the excerpt contribute to the mood of the scene?
[2 marks]6.
Identify the tense used in the phrase 'the books lay like dead things' and explain why it is effective.
[2 marks]7.
Describe how the tone of the passage supports the theme of censorship.
8.
Which stylistic device is primarily used in the phrase and what is its purpose?
Aa) Personification
Bb) Simile
Cc) Metaphor
Dd) Alliteration
9.
Suggest one alternative word or phrase that could replace 'dead things' to strengthen the imagery.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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