The Pearl Chapter One

How does the setting of La Paz, Mexico contribute to the overall mood of the story in chapter one?

• It contributes to a feeling of excitement and adventure

• It creates a feeling of boredom and monotony

• It adds a sense of chaos and danger

• It creates a sense of tranquility and peacefulness

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What are some instances where the theme of greed and wealth leads to conflict in chapter one?

• The doctor treats Coyotito without asking for payment

• Kino gives away the pearl for free

• the doctor refuses to treat Coyotito because Kino cannot pay him immediately

• The townspeople offer to help Kino and his family for free

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How does the foreshadowing in chapter one contribute to the suspense of the story?

• Foreshadowing in chapter one hints at future events

• Foreshadowing in chapter one only confuses the readers

• Foreshadowing in chapter one has no impact on the suspense of the story

• Foreshadowing in chapter one reveals the entire plot of the story

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Who are the main characters in the story?

• Kino, Juana, and Coyotito

• Kino, Coyotito, the doctor

• The villaers, the doctor, and Juana

• Juana, Coyotito, the doctor

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The first main conflict in the story is when

• the scorpion strikes Coyotito

• the doctor won't treat Coyotito

• When Kino is searching for the pearl and can't find one

• Kino punches the doctor's gate

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In the canoe, Juana prays for 

• Kino to find a pearl

• Kino to go to the doctor

• Kino to pay the doctor with the seed pearls he has

• God or the gods to heal Coyotito

Before finding the pearl, what is Kino's most valuable possession?

• A seashell that he has always treasured

• A cowskin drum

• His wedding ring

• His grandfather's canoe

Why was Kino reluctant to open the "great oyster?"

• He didn't want the oyster to hurt his hand.

• He owed an oyster to another "pearler."

• He didn't want to touch the barnacles.

• He feared being disappointed if he didn't find a good pearl.

How does the setting of La Paz, Mexico contribute to the overall mood of the story in chapter one?

• It contributes to a feeling of excitement and adventure

• It creates a feeling of boredom and monotony

• It adds a sense of chaos and danger

• It creates a sense of tranquility and peacefulness

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What are some instances where the theme of greed and wealth leads to conflict in chapter one?

• The doctor treats Coyotito without asking for payment

• Kino gives away the pearl for free

• the doctor refuses to treat Coyotito because Kino cannot pay him immediately

• The townspeople offer to help Kino and his family for free

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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