The Pearl

Why did Juana want to throw away the pearl?

• It smelt bad

• She thought it was evil and was bringing danger to the family

• She thought it was too small to be worth anything

• She wanted to see Kino fail in life

Who is the author of The Pearl?

• Dr. Suess

• John Frusciante

• Coyotito

• John Steinbeck

What was the name of Kinos sister-in-law?

• Megan

• Apolonia

• Aphrodite

• Joanne Frusciante

Who did the story follow?

• Kino, Juana and Coyotito

• Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith, and John Frusciante.

• John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr.

• Juan Tomas, Apolonia

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

What did they call the Pearl?

• Pearl of the Earth

• Pearl of the World

• Pearl of the Jam

• John Frusciante

Why was Kino so determines to sell the pearl?

• He wanted to ensure Coyotitos schooling with the money

• He wanted to use the money to get married to Juana

• He wanted to buy a house in the Capital.

• He wanted to use the money to see Red Hot Chili Peppers in concert.

Which statement is TRUE about Kino?

• He dreams of a better life for his family.

• He built the canoe that he uses for fishing.

• He went to the capital alone to sell the pearl.

• He gave the pearl to his brother.

The author of “The Pearl” is:

• John Stamos

• John Steinbeck

• Harper Lee

• Kino

Kino and Juana’s life at the beginning of the story can most accurately be described as:

• fast-paced

• miserable

• simple and happy

• sad