The Pearl Steinbeck

What does Juana pray for as they set out in the canoe?

• She prays directly for Coyotito to recover.

• She prays that they will be safe in the boat.

• She prays for it to not rain as they are in the Gulf

• She prays that they find a pearl to pay the doctor with.

Why does Steinbeck say that the sea bed had raised the King of Spain to be a great power in Europe?

• Because the King had many fisherman who became wealthy in the Gulf of Mexico

• Because the oysters and pearls found there made the King wealthy

• Because the coral reefs were exotic and valuable

• Because the seashells collected there were very valuable

What is Steinbeck's tone as he describes the Song of the Pearl That Might Be?

• Hopeful

• Pessimistic

• Whimsical

• Exhausted

Which line foreshadows, or helps you know what will happen, the finding of the Pearl of the World?

• "the little secret melody of the pearl that might be was stronger this morning"

• "Kino, in his pride and youth, could remain down over two minutes without strain."

• "A little to his right a hummock of rubbly rock stuck up..."

• "Because they were disturbed, the oysters were tightly closed."

What is the significance of the pearl buyers' deception in Chapter 4 in the context of the novel's themes?

• It underscores the theme of hope

• It emphasizes the theme of love

• It highlights the theme of greed and corruption

• It illustrates the theme of adventure

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Steinbeck opens chapter for with a description that relates to maintaining or disrupting the "status quo." The idea of the "status quo" means, "The status quo is the current state of things. If you are rich and admired, then you're probably not interested in disrupting the status quo. Status quo is Latin for "existing state." When we talk about the status quo, however, we often mean it in a slightly bad way." How has Kino disrupted the "status quo", and why do you think the town is on edge  and nervous about it? Choose one answer that is the best based upon what you know of Steinbeck and the novel thus far.

• The town is happy for Kino and hopes that he does well in selling his pearl. 

• The town resents that Kino, whom many think of as an inferior race, is about to improve his wealth and status by selling his pearl.

Steinbeck opens chapter for with a description that relates to maintaining or disrupting the "status quo." The idea of the "status quo" means, "The status quo is the current state of things. If you are rich and admired, then you're probably not interested in disrupting the status quo. Status quo is Latin for "existing state." When we talk about the status quo, however, we often mean it in a slightly bad way." How has Kino disrupted the "status quo", and why do you think the town is on edge  and nervous about it? Choose one answer that is the best based upon what you know of Steinbeck and the novel thus far.

• The town is happy for Kino and hopes that he does well in selling his pearl. 

• The town resents that Kino, whom many think of as an inferior race, is about to improve his wealth and status by selling his pearl.

Interpret the symbolism of the pearl in Chapter 4. What does it represent?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Knowledge and wisdom

• Love and unity

• Evil and misfortune

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the impact of the pearl on Kino's relationship with Juana in Chapter 4.

• It strengthens their bond

• It creates tension and conflict

• It has no impact

• It makes them more united

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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.