The Pearl

What is the function of the many songs Kino hears during the course of the novel? (8 marks)

Discuss women as the voice of reason in The Pearl by John Steinbeck. (10 marks)

What kind of of experiences did Steinbeck portray in his works?

• Middle-class citizens that are stuggling with personal relations

• Rich people who don't feel any enjoyment anymore

• Life in ancient Greece

• Low-class to near-destitude people who are trying to hold on to their dreams

The story takes place in

• Atlanta, GA

• Soledad, CA

• Los Angeles, CA

• New York, NY

Why do Kino and Juana take Coyotito to the doctor?

• Stomach problem

• To get a Covid vaccine

• Scorpion bite

• Toothache

What is the difference between the beginning of the story in the book and how the movie starts?

• In the book, we see Kino and Juana wake up in their humble house. In the movie, we first see Kino and another man drinking in a bar.

• In the book, we see a scorpion biting Juana. In the movie, the scorpion bites Kino.

• In the book, Kino and Juana are described fishing on a canoe. In the movie, we see Juana buying food at a market.

• The book starts with Kino and Juana waking up in their hut. In the movie, we first see Kino and another man by the beach looking at the waves.

Who is the author of The Pearl?

• John Travolta

• Ernest Hemingway

• Paul Preston

• John Steinbeck

The Pearl is the story of a young couple with a baby who find a _____

• Diamond

• Pearl

• Gold ring

• Pirate treasure

Which is not a character in the story?

• Juana

• Kino

• Coyotito

• The detective

• The doctor

What is the main theme of 'The Pearl' by John Steinbeck?

• A) The corrupting power of greed

• B) The joy of family life

• C) The beauty of nature

• D) The importance of education