"The Pearl" Quiz
A poor Mexican pearl diver's life is forever changed when he discovers a valuable pearl.
classics | 96 pages | Published in 1947
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Essay questions
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- Discuss the symbolism of the pearl in the novel. How does it represent different things to different characters?
- Examine the theme of greed in 'The Pearl' and how it drives the actions of the characters.
- What role does the setting of the story (the village and the ocean) play in shaping the events and characters' motivations?
- Compare and contrast Kino and Juana as characters. How do their perspectives and actions differ throughout the novel?
- Discuss the impact of colonialism and imperialism on the characters and their way of life in the novel.
- Explore the theme of fate and destiny in 'The Pearl'. How do the characters' beliefs in fate influence their decisions?
- Analyze the character of the doctor in the novel. What does he represent and how does he contribute to the overall themes of the story?
