Pecola's Struggles and Relationships

The Bluest Eye, set in 1941, follows young Claudia McTeer and Pecola Breedlove. Pecola, who stays with Claudia's family, desires blue eyes, believing they will improve her life. She faces bullying and abuse, culminating in a tragic encounter with her father, Cholly. Pecola's mental state deteriorates, and the community gossips about her pregnancy. Claudia and Frieda try to protect Pecola's baby with a symbolic gesture, but the baby dies.

Who narrates much of 'The Bluest Eye'?

• Maureen Peal

• Frieda McTeer

• Claudia McTeer

• Pecola Breedlove

What year is 'The Bluest Eye' set in?

• 1950

• 1945

• 1941

• 1939

What significant event happens to Pecola while staying with Claudia's family?

• She gets blue eyes

• She starts menstruating

• She meets a new friend

• She moves to a new city

Why does Pecola want blue eyes?

• To match her favorite doll

• To improve her life

• To be more popular

• To see better

Who is Pecola teased by at school?

• Luis Jr.

• Claudia McTeer

• Maureen Peal

• Frieda McTeer

What does Pecola believe will change if she has blue eyes?

• Her family will be rich

• She will be loved

• She will be famous

• Her life will improve

Who mistreats Pecola by blaming her for an incident with a cat?

• Maureen Peal

• Luis Jr.

• Soaphead Church

• Cholly Breedlove

What does Mrs. Breedlove do when Pecola spills a pie?

• She laughs it off

• She ignores it

• She scolds Pecola

• She comforts Pecola

What does Cholly Breedlove do when he sees Pecola in a pose that reminds him of someone?

• He assaults her

• He ignores her

• He takes her home

• He gives her a gift

Who does Pecola visit to help her get blue eyes?

• A teacher

• A doctor

• Soaphead Church

• A neighbor