Introductory Information –Fahrenheit 451

Before reading the novel, research the following topics and write down information that is significant about each topic. You may attach paper to the back of this if you need more room.

1. List 5 facts about Ray Bradbury (not when he was born and died).

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2. List 4 facts about science fiction. (What is it? What are characteristics? etc..)

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3. The book is divided into three parts. After reading each part, decide on the significance of the title of each part, and write 3-5 sentences of commentary explaining the relevance of the title.

A.”The Hearth and the Salamander”

B.”The Sieve and the Sand”

C. “Burning Bright”

4. Use the Internet to find a short review that analyzes the novel (not a synopsis/summary). Find a critique of the work. Print this off and place in your brad folder to turn in the first day of class. Read and annotate the review so you may present some facts to the class.