Recurring Motifs

This worksheet examines three major motifs in Fahrenheit 451: hands, mirrors, and mechanical imagery. For each motif, students analyze a textual example, explain what the motif represents, and connect it to Montag’s development or Bradbury’s message. Some example lines are provided, and students must complete the remaining blanks. This activity helps students understand how recurring images deepen meaning and reinforce themes such as self-reflection, dehumanization, and awakening. It develops advanced literary analysis skills.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Motif and Symbol Interpretation

Deep Reading and Textual Evidence

Theme Development

Literary Analysis Writing

This worksheet is part of our Fahrenheit 451 Worksheets collection.