How does Steinbeck build the mood in chapter 6 of the Pearl?

this map shows the geographic distribution of different tidal cycles along some earth's coastlines. areas experiencing tides are marked in yellow and experience one low tide and one high tide each day.

bearing in mind that painting during the 1700s was a medium used by the artists at courts in order to depict the kings or queens' portraits as well as their power and influence, the painting of king louis xiv as shown in sugar changed the world supports this claim. in this painting it is possible to observe three examples of wealth, power, and influence.

the king is wearing elaborate clothing made of fancy materials.

the king has a sword and sits next to a helmet.

the king sits next to a crown, which symbolizes his power.

wearing expensive clothes, carrying a sword and posing next to a crown are symbols of wealth, power and influence which clearly represent the importance of monarchy during those times.

i would say the bible, because the bible is true and it gives you hope, happiness, and peace for the future and it gives you answers if you have questions, along with stories, and how the world is going to end