The Pearl Ch. 3-4 Comprehension Quiz

What is the name of the protagonist in "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck?

• Coyotito

• Juana

• Kino

• Juan Tomás

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In Chapter 3, what does Kino hope to achieve with the pearl?

• Buy a new house

• Send Coyotito to school

• Travel to the capital

• Purchase a boat

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How does the doctor react when he hears about Kino's pearl in Chapter 3?

• He is indifferent

• He is excited and greedy

• He is angry

• He is supportive

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Analyze how Kino's character begins to change in Chapter 4. What is one significant change?

• He becomes more trusting

• He becomes more generous

• He becomes more suspicious and aggressive

• He becomes more fearful

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What theme is highlighted by the villagers' reaction to Kino's pearl in Chapter 3?

• The power of love

• The corrupting influence of wealth

• The importance of education

• The strength of family

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Evaluate the author's purpose in describing the pearl buyers' collusion in Chapter 4.

• To show the fairness of the market

• To highlight the exploitation of the poor

• To demonstrate the value of the pearl

• To illustrate the simplicity of village life

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Compare Kino's attitude towards the pearl in Chapter 3 and Chapter 4. What is a key difference?

• In Chapter 3, he is hopeful; in Chapter 4, he is desperate

• In Chapter 3, he is fearful; in Chapter 4, he is confident

• In Chapter 3, he is indifferent; in Chapter 4, he is excited

• In Chapter 3, he is angry; in Chapter 4, he is content

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What literary device is used when the pearl is described as "the great pearl, perfect as the moon" in Chapter 3?

• Hyperbole

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Simile

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Interpret the significance of Juana's actions when she tries to throw the pearl back into the sea in Chapter 4.

• She wants to protect her family from the evil the pearl brings

• She is angry at Kino

• She wants to sell the pearl herself

• She is afraid of the water

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Recall the event that leads Kino to decide to go to the capital to sell the pearl in Chapter 4.

• The pearl buyers offer him a low price

• Juana convinces him to go

• The doctor advises him to go

• The villagers suggest it

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DOK Level 1: Recall