Understanding 'The Pearl' by John Steinbeck
Authored by Andrew Ashford
English
10th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who are the main characters introduced in the beginning of 'The Pearl'?
Kino, Juana, and the gatekeeper
Kino, the priest, and Juana
The doctor, Kino, and Juana
Kino, Juana, and Coyotito
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the 'song of the family' in Kino's life?
It is a song taught by the priest.
It signifies the town's anthem.
It is a literal song they sing every morning.
It represents the unity and strength of the family.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What immediate action does Juana take after Coyotito is stung by the scorpion?
She calls for the doctor immediately.
She sucks the poison out of the sting.
She waits for Kino to make a decision.
She prays for Coyotito's recovery.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the community think the doctor will not come to treat Coyotito?
Because he does not treat such minor cases.
Because he is out of town.
Because he only treats rich people.
Because he does not know Kino and Juana.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Juana's reaction to the doctor's initial refusal to treat Coyotito?
She calls for another doctor.
She insists on going to the doctor's house.
She decides to treat Coyotito herself.
She loses hope and cries.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the gatekeeper at the doctor's house respond to Kino and Juana?
He consults the doctor before making a decision.
He invites them in without hesitation.
He dismisses them after seeing they have little money.
He welcomes them warmly.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Kino do in response to being turned away at the doctor's gate?
He pleads with the gatekeeper.
He offers more money.
He waits outside the gate hoping for a change.
He strikes the gate in anger.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
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