Friday, July 31, 2015
Chapter 28
In chapter 28, one of the symbolism was rain. Rain could mean life or death. In this case, I think both things are going to happen. With rain, comes the birth of life on Earth. Not only do plants grow and babies are born, but Tom has a "rebirth". While hiding out in a dark cave and having nothing to do, he starts thinking and reflecting on Jim Casy's teachings. He finally shares the same faith and philosophy that Casy had. This is when Tom realizes that his calling in life is to help others and help unite the migrant families. Do you guys think that Tom made the right decision of leaving his family and helping others? Or was it selfish because his family, especially his mom, needed him?
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I love the way you broke down this chapter. As for your last question, I believe it was the right decision for Tom to leave. There are things he can do for the migrant families, that far exceed anything he can do for his own family, and for Ma. It's basically a "greater good" situation. The lives and families Tom can save are endless, where as if he did go back with his family, all he could do was help save the lives of six people.
ReplyDeleteI like your idea of what rain symbolized in this chapter. I think it was the right decision and that he wasn't being selfish at all because he's doing it for a good cause. The mother does need him but she sees his intentions and understands that she has to let him go.
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