East of Eden Chapters 38-44 Flashcards

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What was gambling in Salinas?

The sin to be eradicated.

What was Cal caught doing in 1916?

Watching gambling at Shorty Lims.

What does the chief do with Cal?

He calls Adam to come get him and sets him free.

How does Adam punish Cal?

He doesn't do anything, he just sits there until a large silence grows. Signup and view all the answers

What is Cal like at night?

Restless at night-like an alley cat. Signup and view all the answers

What does Adam realize?

He doesn't know his sons as people. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal really want?

Affection from Adam. Signup and view all the answers

What does Adam ask Cal about himself?

Just to tell him what kind of boy he is. Signup and view all the answers

When Cal finds that hard, what does Adam ask?

To tell him about Aron. Signup and view all the answers

What does Adam get through what Cal says about Aron?

That Cal does and thinks bad things because he said Aron doesn't. Signup and view all the answers

What does Adam find out about Cal?

That he is at war with himself. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the way Cal feels about Aron.

He protects him because he doesn't do bad things and he loves him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal feel like after he tricks Aron?

Miserable. Signup and view all the answers

Why is this important?

It shows that he has good in him like Lee said and isn't all like Cathy. Signup and view all the answers

What does Abra not want Aron to do?

Become a minister and not marry her. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal and Adam's talk do to Cal?

The poison of loneliness and gnawing of envy of the unlonely had gone out of him, and his person was clean and sweet. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal do in the conversation about Aron?

He reveals that he knows all about Cathy. Signup and view all the answers

How does Adam feel after talking to Cal?

Happy. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal start to do concerning Cathy/Kate?

Follow her on Mondays at one-thirty. Signup and view all the answers

What was the only strange thing about Cathy's clothing?

She wore gloves to conceal her arthritis hands. Signup and view all the answers

Who resembles Cathy in appearance?

Aron. Signup and view all the answers

What do Cathy's walls seem to do concerning light?

Suck up the light and destroy it. Signup and view all the answers

What hurts Cathy's eyes?

Light. Signup and view all the answers

How does Cal feel about Adam?

He loves him. Signup and view all the answers

What do we learn about Kate?

She leaves when she feels trapped by somebody. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal ask Cathy?

If she ever feels like she was missing something. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal realize?

That he has her in him but he has the good too. Signup and view all the answers

What does he say about Cathy and light?

I don't think the light hurts your eyes. I think you're afraid. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the other person, besides Cal, that made Kate feel a panic hatred?

Samuel Hamilton. Signup and view all the answers

What was on the chain around Kate's neck?

Two safe-deposit keys, a gold watch with a fleur-de-lie pin, and a little steel tube with a ring on its top. Signup and view all the answers

What was in the tube around Kate's neck?

Gelatin capsules - six grains of morphine inside. Signup and view all the answers

Did Kate get the money Charles left to her?

Yes, she converted it to large bills and kept it in a safe-deposit box. Signup and view all the answers

Who the hell was Ethel?

Ethel wrote to Kate to ask her for money. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ethel do to Kate?

She blackmails her to get money. Signup and view all the answers

What does Kate think of Ethel?

Kate thinks Ethel is 'a worn-out old wh0re... beaten over the head too many times'. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Ethel staying?

The Southern Pacific Hotel. Signup and view all the answers

What is ironic about Kate telling Ethel to get the bottle analyzed?

The bottle would show that it contained the drug that killed Faye incriminating Kate. Signup and view all the answers

How much money does Ethel blackmail Kate into giving her?

$100 a month. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Ethel find herself the day after talking with Kate?

In the courthouse being accused of robbery. Signup and view all the answers

What does Kate imagine in her flashes of paranoia?

Charles' face looking over her shoulder watching her. Signup and view all the answers

How do the wh0re girls feel about Kate?

They were desperately afraid of her, probably hated her, but they trusted her. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Kate so paranoid about Ethel?

She realizes that she would have looked into the broken bottle. Signup and view all the answers

How do Kate's behaviors change after the visit from Ethel?

She stops going out, has a windowless lean-to built. Signup and view all the answers

What causes Kate to be even more afraid than normal?

Cal following her and meeting with him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Kate take at the end of the chapter?

Bromide to help her fall asleep. Signup and view all the answers

What was happening in the nation?

War was coming. WWI. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to business?

It picked up and prices began to rise. Signup and view all the answers

What did the war do to Salinas Valley?

Nothing. They ignored it. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal say he's doing when Aron asks him why he walks around at 4 in the morning?

He was thinking. Signup and view all the answers

What does he say when Aron asks him what for?

He wants to make money for his father. Signup and view all the answers

What is Aron going to do? How does he feel?

Go to college. He is mad because everyone is laughing at them. Signup and view all the answers

What will Abra do?

Follow him wherever he goes. Signup and view all the answers

Does Abra see something wrong in Aron? If so, what is it?

Yes. He's just in a cloud. I think it's that minister. Signup and view all the answers

What is Cal thinking of doing?

Running the farm. Signup and view all the answers

What does Lee say he has if Cal ever needs it?

Five thousand dollars. Signup and view all the answers

What does Will think about Joe making money in advertising?

Will always said he himself was a big frog in a little puddle. Signup and view all the answers

How did Will feel about Cal?

Will likes Cal. Signup and view all the answers

What did Cal use as a weapon (metaphorically)?

Candor. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal want Will to help him do?

Make twenty or thirty thousand dollars. Signup and view all the answers

Why does he want to do that?

Cal wants to give his father the money because he lost it. Signup and view all the answers

What was Will jealous of?

He felt that the Hamiltons despised him for his ability to get money. Signup and view all the answers

How does Adam, Cal, and Aron's relationship relate to Adam, Charles, and Cyrus' relationship?

Cal and Charles were not as loved by their father, but Adam and Aron were adored by their father. Signup and view all the answers

What does Will offer Cal?

To be partners in his idea to have farmers grow beans. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the farmer farming Adam's land?

Rantani - a Swiss Italian. Signup and view all the answers

What has Lee become?

An American conservative. Signup and view all the answers

What did Adam think Aron was out doing?

Playing. Signup and view all the answers

What was Aron really out doing?

Working hard to pass his exams in order to graduate a year early. Signup and view all the answers

What is Adam going to do to celebrate Aron's accomplishment?

Buy him a watch with his name engraved into it. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Rolf view Aron?

He is fond of him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Rolf want to do to the church?

He's going to try and bring back confession. Signup and view all the answers

What is Aron's motivation to be a minister?

He feels as if himself and Salinas is dirty. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Rolf think of Aron's motivation to be a minister?

There is pride in being a minister. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the veiled woman that Mr. Rolf finds suspicious at the church?

Cathy. Signup and view all the answers

What is a minister here for?

To experience a lost soul seeking the light. Signup and view all the answers

Who dies, and how is this person looked on after death?

Liza. It's brief, almost expectant. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Cal get mad at Aron?

Because he didn't tell Adam about passing his exams. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Aron tell Adam about himself passing his exams?

Because he believes that Adam wouldn't understand. Signup and view all the answers

How does Lee threaten Aron?

He threatens to unleash the embarrassment of a shorter man beating up a taller one. Signup and view all the answers

How does Lee explain Aron's feeling of being dirty?

He passes it off as growing up. Signup and view all the answers

How does Aron feel while he is at college?

He feels lonely and homesick. Signup and view all the answers

Salinas Valley acted what way during the war?

Like a tough but inexperienced little boy. Signup and view all the answers

The price of what skyrocketed during the war?

Beans. Signup and view all the answers

What do Abra and Lee do every day?

They read Aron's letters and talk about what is going on in their lives. Signup and view all the answers

What do Abra and Lee talk about?

Aron's need for the mother he never had. Signup and view all the answers

What does Abra dislike about Aron?

He doesn't see the true her. Signup and view all the answers

Abra asks Lee if Aron's mother is still alive, what is his answer?

He tells her that Kate is still alive. Signup and view all the answers

What is Cal going to give Adam for Thanksgiving?

He is going to give him the $15,000 he made. Signup and view all the answers

What is Cal's answer to Abra's question when they are walking home from school?

Yes, he has been going to bad houses at night. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal do at night due to being restless?

Wander outdoors. Signup and view all the answers

Who takes Cal to his mother's brothel?

Rabbit Holman, a drunken farmer. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cal worry about based on his mother's actions?

That he inherited her evil. Signup and view all the answers

What does Lee remind Cal after he expresses his worries?

He has free will in all his behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Cal keep the secret about their mother from Adam?

He fears that the news would destroy Aron. Signup and view all the answers

Once Aron has discovered religion, what does he decide to become?

A minister. Signup and view all the answers

Although Cal has developed a defensive complex, what does he crave more than anything?

Adam's affection. Signup and view all the answers

When Cal asks Lee what Adam was like, what does he tell him?

That he was the opposite of Kate; full of goodness. Signup and view all the answers

When Cal asks Adam about his bullet scar, what does he tell him instead of the truth?

That he got it fighting the Indians. Signup and view all the answers

What does Abra especially hope is just a phase of Adam's as he's becoming a preacher?

Abstinence. Signup and view all the answers

What is reflective of Cal saying to Kate 'I don't have to be you'?

Timshel, freedom to choose. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gambling in Salinas

Gambling is viewed as a sin that must be eradicated from the community.

Cal's Actions in 1916

Cal was caught observing gambling activities at Shorty Lim's establishment.

Arrest and Release

The chief contacts Adam to retrieve Cal and sets him free from detention.

Adam's Punishment Method

Adam punishes Cal through silence, instilling fear and resentment, leading to Cal's emotional outburst.

Cal's Nighttime Restlessness

Cal exhibits a restless disposition at night, likening himself to an alley cat.

Adam's Realization

Adam acknowledges his lack of knowledge about his sons as distinct individuals.

Cal's True Desire

Deep down, Cal yearns for his father's affection and validation.

Adam's Inquiry

Adam asks Cal to describe his character honestly.

Difficult Conversation

When asked to discuss himself, Cal struggles and is prompted to talk about Aron instead.

Insights about Cal

Adam deduces that Cal's poor behavior stems from the belief that he does bad things while Aron does not.

Internal Conflict

Cal grapples with an internal war, representing his good and bad sides.

Cal's Protective Feelings

Cal feels love for Aron and protects him because Aron embodies goodness and does not engage in wrongdoing.

Cal's Regret Post-Trick

After deceiving Aron, Cal is overwhelmed with feelings of misery.

Significant Character Development

This situation illustrates Cal's inherent goodness, contrary to Cathy’s nature.

Abra's Wishes for Aron

Abra desires that Aron does not pursue a career in ministry and marry her instead.

Transformation in Cal

The conversation with Adam alleviates Cal's feelings of loneliness and envy, prompting him to seek to honor his father.

Cal's Revelation

Cal admits to knowing about Cathy and doubts Aron's faith in finding the truth about her.

Adam's Emotional State

Following his conversation with Cal, Adam experiences feelings of happiness.

Cal's Secretive Actions

Cal begins to discreetly follow Cathy on Monday afternoons.

Cathy's Clothing

Cathy wears gloves to hide her arthritic hands, indicating her struggle with illness.

Family Resemblance

Aron bears a striking resemblance to Cathy in appearance.

Cathy's Physical Environment

The walls of Cathy's house seem to absorb and diminish light, contributing to her dark persona.

Cathy's Sensitivity to Light

Light causes discomfort and pain to Cathy, reinforcing her sinister character.

Cal's Affection for Adam

Cal expresses genuine love for Adam, underlying his actions and motivations.

Insights into Kate

Kate displays a tendency to flee from situations where she feels trapped, similar to her restlessness.

Cal's Inquiry to Cathy

Cal questions Cathy about feelings of incompleteness or missing knowledge from others.

Cal's Self-Recognition

Cal acknowledges the coexistence of his good and bad sides, claiming responsibility for his choices.

Light and Fear

Cal suggests that Cathy's fear of light stems from her own insecurities rather than a physical ailment.

Ethel's Role

Ethel blackmails Kate, holding incriminating evidence regarding Faye's death.

Ethel's Perception of Kate

Ethel views Kate as a washed-up figure but recognizes her loyalty to friends.

Ethel's Location

Ethel stays at the Southern Pacific Hotel, close enough to pose a threat to Kate.

Kate's Ironic Advice

Advising Ethel to analyze the incriminating bottle ironically endangers Kate.

Blackmail Terms

Ethel extorts $100 monthly from Kate for her silence.

Ethel's Misfortune

Ethel faces being accused of robbery and is expelled from town despite her claims of injustice.

Kate’s Paranoia

Kate imagines Charles watching her, exacerbating her anxiety and sense of vulnerability.

Perceptions from the Brothel

The other girls in the brothel fear and distrust Kate, seeing her as a powerful but dangerous figure.

Ethel's Threatening Behavior

Kate feels exposed and vulnerable due to Ethel's knowledge of her past.

Shift in Kate’s Behavior

Post-Ethel visit, Kate isolates herself and constructs a sealed living space.

Cal's Presence

Cal’s following causes Kate to increase her anxiety and paranoia.

Kate’s Self-Medication

To cope with her fears, Kate resorts to taking bromide for sleep.

National Context

The nation is on the brink of World War I, affecting local economies.

Economic Conditions

Businesses thrive as prices soar due to increased demand for goods, particularly from British agents.

Salinas Valley's Ignorance

The Salinas Valley community remains blissfully unaware of the impending war’s potential impact.

Cal and Aron’s Morning Discussion

Cal claims he wanders at dawn to reflect and proposes dropping out of schooling to help on the ranch.

Aron's Aspirations

Aron, frustrated, focuses on his college studies amidst family financial hardships.

Abra's Loyalty

Abra expresses her intention to support Aron in any endeavor.

Abra’s Insight about Aron

Abra perceives Aron to be lost in his idealism and influenced by his religious pursuits.

Cal's Farm Ambitions

Cal contemplates managing the family farm as a means to support his father.

Will's Generosity

Will offers Cal $5,000 if he ever needs financial help for his plans.

Will’s Self-Perception

Will feels insignificant compared to his brother Joe's achievements in the city.

Will's Connection to Cal

He recognizes a kinship with Cal, feeling understood by him.

Cal's Weaponization of Honesty

Cal uses candor as a metaphorical weapon in his interactions.

Financial Ambitions

Cal seeks Will’s assistance in generating substantial profits.

Motivation Behind Cal's Plans

Cal's ultimate goal is to restore Adam’s lost fortune.

Will's Jealousy

Will resents the Hamilton family for their ability to excel financially while he struggles.

Adam and His Sons' Dynamic

In Adam’s relationships with his sons, there are parallels to his own father's dynamics with him and Charles.

Partnership Proposal

Will proposes a business partnership with Cal to trade agricultural products profitably.

Current Farmer on the Land

A Swiss Italian named Rantani is currently farming Adam's property.

Lee's Evolution

Lee adopts conservative values and develops a taste for upscale clothing.

Misconceptions About Aron's Activities

Adam incorrectly assumes Aron is engaged in leisure rather than diligent studying.

Aron's True Dedication

Aron is determinedly preparing to graduate a year early through hard work.

Celebratory Plans for Aron

Adam plans a celebration for Aron's academic achievement with gifts and a feast.

Mr. Rolf's Affection for Aron

Mr. Rolf admires Aron for his physical beauty and innocence.

Church Revisions

Mr. Rolf aims to revitalize the church by reintroducing confession practices.

Aron's Motivation for Ministry

Aron aspires to become a minister as a response to feelings of dirtiness and a desire for redemption.

Mr. Rolf's View on Aron's Motivation

He perceives a sense of pride in Aron’s wish to reach out to sinners.

Suspicion at the Church

Mr. Rolf is wary of a veiled woman, who is secretly Cathy.

Purpose of the Minister

Ministers exist to assist lost souls in seeking spiritual enlightenment.

Liza's Death

Liza passes away quietly, her death eliciting no significant emotional response from others.

Cal's Frustration with Aron

Cal's anger stems from Aron’s secrecy about passing his exams.

Aron's Justifications for Silence

Aron believes Adam wouldn't care or understand his academic success.

Lee's Playful Threat

Lee jokingly threatens to embarrass Aron unless he communicates his accomplishments to Adam.

Lee's Perspective on Aron's Emotions

Lee reassures Aron that feelings of dirtiness are typical of maturation and will eventually pass.

Aron’s Emotional Climate at College

Aron experiences loneliness and yearns for connection during his college experience.

Salinas Valley's War Attitude

The valley displays a naive bravado amidst global conflict.

Beans as a War Commodity

The price of beans surges dramatically during the wartime economy.

Abra and Lee's Daily Interactions

They engage in discussions about Aron's letters and their own lives, forming a close bond.

Conversations Regarding Aron's Needs

Abra expresses concern for Aron’s emotional needs stemming from a lack of maternal presence.

Abra's Concerns about Aron's Perception

She perceives Aron as oblivious to her authentic self.

Discussion of Kate’s Survival

Initially evasive, Lee eventually confirms Kate's existence to Abra.

Cal’s Generosity for Thanksgiving

Cal plans to gift Adam the $15,000 he earned, reflecting his desire to restore familial relations.

Cal's Evening Activities

Cal admits to visiting dubious establishments at night, seeking answers.

Cal's Restlessness

His insomnia drives him to explore the outdoors for solace.

Introduction to Cathy's Past

Cal is taken to Cathy’s brothel by Rabbit Holman, who is intoxicated.

Cal's Inherited Fears

Cal grapples with fears that he has inherited his mother’s inherent evil.

Lee’s Reassurance to Cal

Lee emphasizes Cal's autonomy in defining his own character, independent of Cathy's influence.

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