15 Questions
What major literary awards did The Grapes of Wrath win?
National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize for Fiction
What honor was Steinbeck awarded for his contribution to literature?
Nobel Prize
Which major event influenced the economic struggles depicted in The Grapes of Wrath?
Great Depression
What environmental disaster exacerbated the economic hardships faced by farmers during the 1930s?
Dust Bowl
How did the Dust Bowl impact farmers' ability to make a living?
Enormous clouds of dust affected their crops
What prompted a movement to improve conditions for migrant workers in the United States?
The Grapes of Wrath
What did Steinbeck experience before becoming a published author?
Series of odd jobs and support from family and friends
What does the stillborn baby symbolize in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
Loss of hope and newness
In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does the turtle symbolize when it is flipped on its back by a car?
The cruelty of those 'better off'
What does the death of the family dog symbolize in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
Carelessness of the wealthy towards the poor
In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does Steinbeck frequently use blood to symbolize?
Exploitation by wealthy farm owners
What event leads to Tom Joad deciding to leave his family in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
Killing an attacker during a conflict
What does Jim Casy attempt to do in 'The Grapes of Wrath' to improve conditions for laborers?
Organize a strike
'The Grapes of Wrath' reflects the hardships faced by Americans during which historical period?
Great Depression and Dust Bowl era
'The Grapes of Wrath' uses symbolism primarily to do what?
Make readers think about emotions or concepts
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