Key Quotations - Ma Joad

Question 1

The Dust Bowl and California have broken the Joad Family unit

Answer 1

‘Use’s be the family was fust. It ain’t so now. It’s anybody.’

Question 2

Ma on the poor (Chp26)

Answer 2

‘If you’re in trouble or hurt or need - go to the poor people. They’re the only ones who’ll help’

Question 3

Being a leader, a direct goal isn’t necessary (replying to Casy) (Chp4)

Answer 3

‘What the hell you want to lead ‘em someplace for? Jus’ lead ‘em.’

Question 4

Ma on family (Chp16)

Answer 4

‘All we got is this family unbroke.’

Question 5

Ma on Connie (Chp18)

Answer 5

‘Connie’s thinkin’ all the time’

Question 6

Ma on what’s happening to the family (Chp18)

Answer 6

‘Family’s fallin’ apart’