🏠The abandoned Joad house symbolizes the impact of the Great Depression on farming families.
🌾Muley Graves' refusal to leave the land represents the emotional attachment that people have to their homes.
🐢Tom's act of releasing the turtle reflects his desire to let go of burdens and find his family.
🔥The fire that Casey, Tom, and Muley build symbolizes their hope for warmth, sustenance, and a better future.
🚜The deserted barn shed highlights the abandonment and hardships faced by farming families during the Dust Bowl.