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What major literary awards did The Grapes of Wrath win?
What major literary awards did The Grapes of Wrath win?
What honor was Steinbeck awarded for his contribution to literature?
What honor was Steinbeck awarded for his contribution to literature?
Which major event influenced the economic struggles depicted in The Grapes of Wrath?
Which major event influenced the economic struggles depicted in The Grapes of Wrath?
What environmental disaster exacerbated the economic hardships faced by farmers during the 1930s?
What environmental disaster exacerbated the economic hardships faced by farmers during the 1930s?
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How did the Dust Bowl impact farmers' ability to make a living?
How did the Dust Bowl impact farmers' ability to make a living?
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What prompted a movement to improve conditions for migrant workers in the United States?
What prompted a movement to improve conditions for migrant workers in the United States?
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What did Steinbeck experience before becoming a published author?
What did Steinbeck experience before becoming a published author?
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What does the stillborn baby symbolize in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
What does the stillborn baby symbolize in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
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In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does the turtle symbolize when it is flipped on its back by a car?
In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does the turtle symbolize when it is flipped on its back by a car?
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What does the death of the family dog symbolize in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
What does the death of the family dog symbolize in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
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In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does Steinbeck frequently use blood to symbolize?
In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does Steinbeck frequently use blood to symbolize?
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What event leads to Tom Joad deciding to leave his family in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
What event leads to Tom Joad deciding to leave his family in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?
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What does Jim Casy attempt to do in 'The Grapes of Wrath' to improve conditions for laborers?
What does Jim Casy attempt to do in 'The Grapes of Wrath' to improve conditions for laborers?
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'The Grapes of Wrath' reflects the hardships faced by Americans during which historical period?
'The Grapes of Wrath' reflects the hardships faced by Americans during which historical period?
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'The Grapes of Wrath' uses symbolism primarily to do what?
'The Grapes of Wrath' uses symbolism primarily to do what?
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