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- 1. Multiple Choice
What is the setting of "The Pedestrian"?
2053 AD
In the middle of a densely populated city
A chilly November evening
All of the above
- 2. Multiple Choice
How does Mr. Mead's profession act as a threat to society in "The Pedestrian"?
Writing no longer exists as a profession and is therefore irrelevant
Mr. Mead can potentially reveal the secrets of the society in which he lives
Writing involves creativity and individuality, traits clearly not welcomed in this society
- 3. Multiple Choice
What do phrases such as "grassy seams," "buckling concrete walk," and "lumpy walk" imply?
The entire city is old and falling apart
There was a recent earthquake that damaged much of the walkways
No one uses the sidewalks much and they are therefore untended
- 4. Multiple Choice
How does Mr. Mead contrast with his surroundings?
He appears to be creative and personable whereas his surroundings are dull and lifeless
His lungs "blaze like a Christmas tree inside" whereas the night is cool and frosty
His house is lit up whereas the surrounding houses are described as "tomb-like" buildings
All of the above
- 5. Multiple Choice
Why were the police suspicious of Mr. Leonard Mead?
He was wearing sneakers
He was outside at night
He was not married
He tried to run from the police car
- 6. Multiple Choice
How many police men were in the police car?
none
one
two
it's not mentioned
- 7. Multiple Choice
The citizens in "The Pedestrian" are __________________ by the television.
captivated
controlled
made unintelligent
excited
- 8. Multiple Choice
If "The Pedestrian" is a satirical piece, what might the author, Ray Bradbury, be commenting on?
Society's laziness
Society's lack of interest in personal interaction
Society's complete dependence on technology and the resulting dangers
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