The Pearl by John Steinbeck CHAPTER 2

What is the main event that occurs in Chapter 2 of "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck?

• Kino finds a large pearl.

• Kino loses his canoe.

• Kino sells the pearl.

• Kino's house burns down.

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How does Kino feel when he first finds the pearl in Chapter 2?

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

• Overjoyed

• Angry

What is the significance of the canoe in Chapter 2?

• It is a symbol of Kino's wealth.

• It represents Kino's connection to his cultural heritage.

• It is a gift from the town.

• It is a new purchase by Kino.

Describe the setting where Kino finds the pearl in Chapter 2.

• In a bustling marketplace

• In a quiet forest

• In the sea, while diving

• In a desert

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What does Juana do when Kino finds the pearl in Chapter 2?

• She immediately wants to sell it.

• She prays for protection.

• She throws it back into the sea.

• She hides it from Kino.

What is Kino's initial reaction to the pearl's size and beauty in Chapter 2?

• He is skeptical about its value.

• He is overwhelmed with dreams of a better future.

• He is worried about the dangers it might bring.

• He is uninterested and dismissive.

How does the discovery of the pearl affect Kino's relationship with Juana in Chapter 2?

• It causes tension between them.

• It strengthens their bond.

• It makes them indifferent to each other.

• It leads to a separation.

What does the pearl symbolize for Kino at the end of Chapter 2?

• A curse

• A burden

• Hope and opportunity

• A lost cause

What is the reaction of the other villagers when they hear about Kino's discovery in Chapter 2?

• They are indifferent.

• They are envious and curious.

• They are supportive and happy.

• They are dismissive and uninterested.

What does Kino plan to do with the pearl after finding it in Chapter 2?

• Keep it as a family heirloom.

• Use it to buy a new canoe.

• Sell it to improve his family's life.

• Give it to the church.