The Pearl Final Flashcard

Front

What does Kino decide to do after the pearl buyers cheat him?

Back

He decides to go to the capital and sell his pearl.

Front

What is the resolution of the story in 'The Pearl'?

Back

Kino throws the pearl back into the sea.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is a parable?

Back

A short story that teaches a moral lesson.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Front

What is the climax or turning point of the novel 'The Pearl'?

Back

Kino kills the man that attacked him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What does the destruction of Kino's canoe symbolize?

Back

The breaking away from his culture.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the significance of the pearl in the story?

Back

The pearl represents wealth, ambition, and the potential for both good and evil.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Who is Coyotito in 'The Pearl'?

Back

Coyotito is Kino and Juana's infant son.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What role does Juana play in Kino's life?

Back

Juana is Kino's wife and serves as his moral compass throughout the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the community react to Kino's pearl?

Back

The community is initially excited but becomes envious and fearful as Kino's ambition grows.

Front

What does Kino's struggle against the pearl buyers represent?

Back

It represents the fight against colonial oppression and the struggle for dignity.