The Grapes of Wrath – Plot Summary (OCR A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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What was the Dust Bowl?
What was the Dust Bowl?
Severe dust storms damaging agriculture
What is Tom Joad's situation at the start of the novel?
What is Tom Joad's situation at the start of the novel?
He's just been released from prison
How does Jim Casy transform throughout the novel?
How does Jim Casy transform throughout the novel?
From isolated preacher to union organizer
When does Ma Joad emerge as the family's leader?
When does Ma Joad emerge as the family's leader?
When she opposes splitting the family
What is a Hooverville?
What is a Hooverville?
Shanty town criticizing President Hoover
What do the 'grapes of wrath' symbolize in the novel?
What do the 'grapes of wrath' symbolize in the novel?
Growing anger and potential for rebellion
What happens to Jim Casy during the novel's climax?
What happens to Jim Casy during the novel's climax?
He's killed by a policeman during a strike
Why does Tom leave his family near the novel's end?
Why does Tom leave his family near the novel's end?
To dedicate himself to fighting injustice
What controversial act does Rose of Sharon perform at the novel's end?
What controversial act does Rose of Sharon perform at the novel's end?
She breastfeeds a starving stranger
What does Casy teach Tom about fighting oppression?
What does Casy teach Tom about fighting oppression?
Workers united together can fight effectively