It is this concern that illustrates Rose of Sharon's transformation from misfit to Madonna through the Joad's journey. Rose of Sharon incessantly asks Ma Joad ifit?... Her selfish antics and complaints are patiently absorbed by Ma, who tolerates her primarily because of her condition. ... She tells Ma of Connie's plans for California, which have nothing to do with the situation at that moment. ... However, instead of concentrating on the Joad family crises, she diverts her worries fully to her baby once again. ...

• Word Count: 679
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

It is this concern that illustrates Rose of Sharon's transformation from misfit to Madonna through the Joad's journey. Rose of Sharon incessantly asks Ma Joad if "it"ll hurt the baby" throughout a majority of the novel, and adopts an attitude of superiority over others with her precious possession. ... Her selfish antics and complaints are patiently absorbed by Ma, who tolerates her primarily because of her condition. ... She tells Ma of Connie's plans for California, which have nothing to do with the situation at that moment. ... However, instead of concentrating on the Joad ...

• Word Count: 678
• Approx Pages: 3