The Grapes of Wrath Questions on Pa Joad
The Grapes of Wrath
What are Ma and Pa's initial concerns when they see Tom, and what is Ma's secondary worry?
Ma and Pa's initial concern upon seeing Tom is that he might have escaped from jail, fearing he is on the run. After Tom reassures them of his parole, Ma's secondary worry is about the psychological...
The Grapes of Wrath
Why does Pa suggest "it's purty near time to get out a stick" when the family decides to leave the camp in The Grapes...
Pa's suggestion to "get out a stick" is a joking reference to traditional gender roles during the Great Depression, where he feels Ma is overstepping by making decisions for the family, such as...