Pearl Chapter 3 Review

Comparison of the Town

• The town is likened to a colonial animal, embodying a complex network of nervous systems, head, feet, and shoulders.

Plot Summary of Chapter 3

• News about Kino's pearl spreads rapidly throughout the town, including the church, brush houses, and the area where the pearl was found.
• Society reveals its self-serving nature: the priest's thoughts turn to church repairs, shopkeepers eye potential sales to Kino, and the doctor dreams of wealth.
• Kino and Juana, while discussing their future, express aspirations tied to newfound wealth, such as marriage in church and educational opportunities for Coyotito.
• Kino's desires quickly multiply, reflecting human greed: he wants a rifle, school for his son, and more.
• During their church marriage, Kino hears conflicting songs, the Song of the Pearl and the ominous Song of Evil, fueling his suspicion.
• The doctor arrives to examine Coyotito, who is initially deemed better by Kino; however, upon inspection, the doctor administers a remedy after seeing something unusual in the baby's eye.
• Kino conceals the pearl by burying it outside his home, feeling an underlying distrust.
• Coyotito falls ill, reinforcing Kino's concerns as the ominous Song of Evil plays in his mind.
• In the night, Kino discovers an intruder attempting to steal the pearl and fights back despite sustaining injuries.
• A conflict arises between Kino and Juana regarding the pearl's future, with Juana urging for its disposal due to perceived evil, while Kino is determined to sell it, believing it will bring them good fortune.

Role of Pearl-Buying Officers

• Pearl-buying officers act as agents who negotiate with fishermen to secure the lowest purchase price for pearls.

This quiz focuses on Chapter 3 of 'The Pearl' by John Steinbeck. It covers key comparisons made by the author, as well as important plot points and themes. Test your understanding of the chapter with these flashcards designed for a deeper exploration of the text.