... income. In a typical American city, people are separated and labeled. In The Pearl, by John Steinbeck, the town has the same problem as modern day cities. Though there is one difference. The lower class people have the kind, compassionate heart and rise up to prove themselves throughout the story. Juana represents the Mexican- Indian culture through what Steinbeck sees as loyal, devoted and meek. For example, even when Kino, ... get anything in return. He becomes jealous of Kino and the pearl and selfish of his talents as a doctor. He has the ability to help others get well, so he should...

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The Pearl, an adaptation of a Mexican folk tale by John Steinbeck, took place in a village of Mexico. I especially like the character Juana, the wife of Kino. How she was brought up to love and care for her family, and to be strong in a tough situation. Juana was a traditional quiet woman who always stayed ... 38) She noticed that they would be in danger because of the Pearl. She believed in God. She believed that the pearl would bring up misfortune. She would rather gave up treasure and not be rich, than let the pearl take their soul away. Juana was always patient and gave support to her h...

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... of wars, murders, and many types of criminal acts. In the story, The Pearl by John Steinbeck, the pearl started out as a sparkling jewel of splendor, and then evolved into a malignant growth of evil. The desire to possess it and the wealth that it represents changes the lives of three law-abiding people (Juana, the Priest, and the doctor) and ultimately destroys them. Juana, the faithful wife of Kino, a poor fisherman, had always lived ... order to receive the sacraments, the person requesting the sacrament must "donate" a small amount of money to the church. It was only after Kino foun...

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• Grade Level: High School