Characters and Events in The Grapes of Wrath

In this section of 'The Grapes of Wrath', Tom Joad and the preacher observe a turtle and a cat, symbolizing the struggle and persistence of life. Muley Graves arrives, and they discuss the displacement of families from their land. Muley is determined to stay despite the challenges, highlighting themes of resistance and attachment to the land.

What do Tom Joad and the preacher observe at the beginning of the scene?

• A snake and a lizard

• A bird and a squirrel

• A dog and a rabbit

• A turtle and a cat

What does the preacher notice as the sun sets?

• A fire in the distance

• Someone coming through the cotton

• A storm approaching

• A group of people gathering

Who does Tom Joad recognize as the figure approaches?

• His father

• A stranger

• His brother

• Muley Graves

What does Muley Graves refuse to do?

• Sell his belongings

• Talk to the preacher

• Help Tom's family

• Leave the land

What is Tom's family planning to do?

• Sell their land

• Stay and fight

• Travel west

• Move to the city

Why are the landowners forcing people off the land?

• To consolidate the land

• To sell to developers

• To build a factory

• To create a park

How does Muley feel about being forced off the land?

• Excited

• Angry

• Relieved

• Indifferent

What happens at the end of the scene?

• The sun rises

• The preacher leaves

• The cat sneaks away

• A storm begins