Chapters 16-19, F

     Tom Joad is a man who has a strong belief system. He believes in pragmatism & the idea of going with the current. He is more about practicality & likes to do whatever it takes to get to the next stage in his life, not thinking about the past or future. In comparison to Jim Casy's idealistic nature, Tom's actions are more intuitive, as well as his insights. Tom is more practical because he concerns himself with the practical aspects of life, for they relate to the here & now type of situations. He does not care for or acknowledge the circumstances that may surround him as results from his actions. He is temperamental, independent, & a man of action. His pragmatic nature derives from his actions speaking for him. He is a kind & merciful soul, but he can quickly become very fierce.