The Pearl Chapter 1

What is the primary setting of Chapter 1 in "The Pearl"?

• a. A bustling city

• b. A fishing village by the sea

• c. A desert oasis

• d. A remote mountain village

What is Kino's primary occupation in the story?

• a. A fisherman

• b. A farmer

• c. A blacksmith

• d. A doctor

What is Kino's wife's name in the story?

• a. Juana

• b. Maria

• c. Esperanza

• d. Rosa

What does the doctor's refusal to treat Coyotito symbolize in Chapter 1?

• a. The doctor's kindness and compassion

• b. The doctor's prejudice and discrimination

• c. The doctor's lack of medical knowledge

• d. The doctor's love for the villagers

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In Chapter 1, what is the meaning of the word "furtive" as used to describe Kino's movements?

• a. Open and obvious

• b. Secret and sly

• c. Quick and agile

• d. Cautious and hesitant

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Which sentence contains a simile in Chapter 1?

• a. "Kino's eyes sparkled like diamonds."

• b. "The village was small but welcoming."

• c. "The sun was hot and bright."

• d. "The path to the shore was long and winding."

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How do the villagers in Chapter 1 feel about the doctor's visits?

• a. They are grateful for his help.

• b. They are indifferent to his presence.

• d. They admire his wealth.

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In Chapter 1, what is the primary source of tension between Kino and the doctor when Kino arrives at the doctor's house?

• a. Kino's lack of money

• b. Kino's aggressive behavior

• c. Kino's race and social status

• d. Kino's demand for treatment

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In Chapter 1, what does the phrase "Song of the Family" represent to Kino and Juana?

• a. A traditional tribal chant

• b. A lullaby to put their son to sleep

• c. A symbol of their love and unity

• d. A reminder of their cultural heritage

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In "The Pearl," which of the following traits best describes Juana's personality, as depicted in Chapter 1?

• a. Docile and submissive

• b. Greedy and materialistic

• c. Strong-willed and protective

• d. Aloof and uninvolved

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