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What was one of the main reasons why 'The Grapes of Wrath' was banned in Kern County, California?

The novel was too lengthy for readers

The novel contained explicit content

Farmers felt they were improperly portrayed (correct)

The publication date was during wartime

Which of the following locations also banned 'The Grapes of Wrath'?

Kansas City, Missouri (correct)

Houston, Texas

Seattle, Washington

Boston, Massachusetts

What political figure praised 'The Grapes of Wrath' and visited the areas depicted in the novel?

Eleanor Roosevelt (correct)

Abraham Lincoln

Franklin D. Roosevelt

John F. Kennedy

How did 'The Grapes of Wrath' contribute to legislative discussions in the United States?

It led to Congressional hearings on labor law reforms Signup and view all the answers

What major literary accolade did John Steinbeck receive for 'The Grapes of Wrath'?

Pulitzer Prize Signup and view all the answers

What is Tom Joad's main characteristic in The Grapes of Wrath?

He is a convicted murderer Signup and view all the answers

What role does Ma Joad play in the Joad family?

She is the family leader and breadwinner Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jim Casy stop preaching in The Grapes of Wrath?

He feels guilty for sleeping with women in his congregation Signup and view all the answers

What event leads to Jim Casy taking credit for Tom's fight and leading the strike for peach pickers?

A murder Signup and view all the answers

What prompts the Joad family to leave Oklahoma and head to California in The Grapes of Wrath?

The promise of better opportunities shown in handbills Signup and view all the answers

What event causes Tom to go into hiding?

The police killing Casy Signup and view all the answers

Which character in 'The Grapes of Wrath' demonstrates a resilient spirit through their actions?

Rose of Sharon, for giving her breastmilk to a starving man Signup and view all the answers

How does Steinbeck portray the theme of change in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?

Through the constant changes in weather and family circumstances Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes the essence of family unity in 'The Grapes of Wrath'?

Family unity is displayed when Ma Joad works hard to keep the family together Signup and view all the answers

In 'The Grapes of Wrath', what does Steinbeck suggest about survival during difficult times?

Survival relies on the human spirit to fight and endure hardships together Signup and view all the answers