The Pedestrian: A Fantasy in One Act

How do the two distinct moods of the story contribute to the author’s purpose? Identify the moods and how the author creates them. Then use evidence from the text to support your thesis about the author’s purpose.

Consider the historical context of the story. Why might Bradbury have chosen to portray the government, technology, and conformity together in a negative light?

Oppose or defend the author’s perspective about television. Explain your answer in detail and support it with evidence from the text.

How does the author’s use of language in this text compare with poetry? Give specific examples of diction, syntax, and poetic devices to support your answer.

How does the author’s use of setting and plot enhance the story? Explain your answer in detail and support your thesis with evidence from the text.

Consider the technology that existed when Bradbury wrote this story and the technology that is common now. What would this story be like if it was written today, and why?

Identify the pros and cons of living in the city that Bradbury describes in this text. Then, make an argument about whether or not you would want to live there. Support your ideas with evidence from the text.

Argue whether or not you would consider Mr. Leonard Mead a hero. Support your argument with evidence from the text.