Comprehension CH 2 Questions: The Pearl

What did Juana ask Kino to do after Coyotito was stung?

• Go get the doctor.

• Find another remedy.

• Call the police.

• Leave the house.

Why was it surprising that Juana wanted a doctor for Coyotito?

• She usually preferred traditional medicine.

• She was afraid of doctors.

• She usually did not need a doctor, even when she was sick.

• She did not trust Kino.

How did Juana prepare to leave the house with Coyotito?

• She put on her best dress.

• She put one end of the shawl over her head and the other over the baby's eyes.

• She packed food and water.

• She called for a carriage.

How does the community's reaction to Coyotito's injury reflect their relationship with Kino and Juana?

• They are indifferent and do not care what happens to others.

• They are supportive and very united, showing concern for the problems of others.

• They are jealous and want Kino and Juana to fail.

• They are afraid of Kino and Juana.

Who were Kino and Juana taking to the doctor?

• Their baby

• Their friend

• Their neighbor

• Their pet

What did the beggars in front of the church know about the town?

• Only about the major crimes

• Only about the minor crimes

• Everything, including both minor and major crimes

• Nothing at all

How did Kino feel when he approached the doctor's house?

• Happy and excited

• Scared and angry

• Calm and relaxed

• Indifferent

What did the doctor do after hearing about the Indian baby?

• He went immediately to help

• He got angry and said he was not an animal doctor

• He called another doctor

• He ignored the servant

What did the doctor ask the servant to check before helping the Indian baby?

• If the baby was very sick

• If the Indian had money

• If the scorpion was still there

• If the baby was crying

Why did the servant feel ashamed after returning the pearls to Kino?

• Because he lost the pearls

• Because he could not help Kino

• Because he broke the door

• Because he arrived late