Grapes of Wrath Chapter 2

What is the setting of Chapter 2 in Grapes of Wrath?

• A beach in Florida

• A gas station in Sallisaw, Oklahoma

• A farm in California

• A library in Chicago, Illinois

Who are the main characters introduced in Chapter 2?

• Mark and Mary

• The main characters introduced in Chapter 2 are John and Jane.

• Adam and Eve

• Tom and Sarah

What is the Joad family's situation at the beginning of Chapter 2?

• The Joad family is going on a vacation to Hawaii.

• The Joad family is packing up their belongings and getting ready to move.

• The Joad family is starting a new business in town.

• The Joad family is throwing a farewell party for their neighbors.

How does the author describe the land in Chapter 2?

• Vast, barren, desolate

• Small, crowded, lively

• Lush, vibrant, populated

• Flat, colorful, bustling

What challenges do the Joad family face in Chapter 2?

• The Joad family faces no challenges in Chapter 2

• The Joad family faces challenges due to excessive rainfall

• The challenges the Joad family face in Chapter 2 include deteriorating farm conditions, impending eviction, and uncertain future due to Dust Bowl and economic hardships.

• The Joad family faces challenges related to a bountiful harvest

What is the significance of the turtle in Chapter 2?

• The turtle represents perseverance and longevity.

• The turtle signifies wisdom and intelligence.

• The turtle symbolizes speed and agility.

• The turtle represents fear and weakness.

Describe the interactions between the Joad family and the truck driver in Chapter 2.

• The truck driver refuses to help the Joad family and drives away.

• The Joad family pays the truck driver for the ride.

• The Joad family immediately gets a ride from the truck driver without any resistance.

• The Joad family initially faces resistance from the truck driver but eventually convinces him to give them a ride.

What themes are introduced in Chapter 2 of Grapes of Wrath?

• Adventure, mystery, romance

• Wealth, success, happiness

• Love, betrayal, friendship

• Migration, poverty, struggle for survival

How does Chapter 2 set the tone for the rest of the novel?

• Chapter 2 introduces key elements that will be developed further in the story.

• Chapter 2 is completely unrelated to the rest of the novel

• Chapter 2 is filled with inaccuracies that are never addressed

• Chapter 2 is a dream sequence that never actually happened

Discuss the symbolism of the dust in Chapter 2.

• The dust symbolizes happiness, joy, and celebration.

• The dust symbolizes growth, prosperity, and success.

• The dust symbolizes cleanliness, order, and renewal.

• The dust symbolizes decay, neglect, and the passage of time.