Quiz on 'The Pearl'

What is the main setting of 'The Pearl'?

• A bustling city

• A coastal village in Mexico

• A wealthy estate

Who is the protagonist of the story?

• Juana

• Kino

• Coyotito

What event prompts Kino to search for the pearl?

• His desire for wealth

• The illness of his son, Coyotito

• A vision from a dream

What does Kino hope to achieve with the pearl?

• Fame and recognition

• A better life for his family

• Revenge against the villagers

How do the other villagers react to Kino’s discovery of the pearl?

• They celebrate with him.

• They are envious and resentful.

• They ignore it completely.

What is Juana’s perspective on the pearl?

• She believes it will bring prosperity.

• She feels it brings danger and misfortune.

• She is indifferent to it.

What tragedy occurs as a result of Kino’s pursuit of the pearl?

• The village is destroyed.

• Coyotito is injured or killed.

• Juana leaves Kino.

Analyze how the theme of greed is portrayed in 'The Pearl.' What does this reveal about human nature?

• It shows that greed leads to happiness.

• It illustrates that greed can corrupt and destroy lives.

• It suggests that greed is necessary for success.

Evaluate the ending of 'The Pearl.' Does it provide a satisfying resolution for Kino and Juana? Why or why not?

• Yes, because they find peace and happiness.

• No, because they suffer great loss and hardship.

• It ends ambiguously, leaving their future uncertain.

What does the pearl symbolize throughout the story?

• Hope and opportunity

• Wealth and social status

• Danger and the darker side of ambition