Living out of a truck while on the road caused many problems for the Joads as well as all other travelers, such as sickness and often death. When darkness fell, they pitched their tents wherever they could stop, most frequently on the side of the road, and hoped not to be forced to move on by policemen. ... Lastly, the barn in the last chapter from the book provided refuge from the rain for Rose of Sharon and Ma. ...

• Word Count: 787
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

However, Walter forgets about their money problems, accepts all the challenges, and unites his family to fight one more battle down their road of success. ... With Walter's help, the family is now finally ready to put the past behind them, and move onto their next chapter of life. ...

• Word Count: 947
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

The novel's opening chapter focuses on Pearl Tull and the scars left by her failed marriage. ... Her rocky road to love had strengthened her spirit and she proved a challenge for the destructive force of love. ...

• Word Count: 950
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Undergraduate