Question

On the first page of the book, author ray bradbury uses several metaphors to describe guy montag as he completes his job. find and write two of the metaphors, explaining the effect bradbury is trying to create with each metaphor choice.

Answer 1

"great python spitting its venomous kerosene upon the world" - This metaphor compares the hose of the flamethrower to a snake. The purpose of the metaphor is to show the destructive power of the flamethrower.
"his hands were the hands of some amazing conductor" - This metaphor compares Montag to a conductor. It shows his control over the fire and his enjoyment of burning everything. By comparing Montag to a conductor, it makes his job almost a form of art and beauty.