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How to write an essay in APA format on the book The Pearl?

I am currently writing a essay on John Steinbeck's, The Pearl.
It has to be in APA format, and I have 5 topics I need to cover. For each topic I need to have at least 2 quotes from the book to add as well.

The 5 topics are:
-Materialism corrupts and destroys
-Love can give someone great courage and strength
-Creatures naturally prey on those who are weaker then themselves
-Knowledge is power, but a power that can be abused
-A dream is good until it begins destroying other things of value in a person's life
I've never written in APA format before so i'm a tad confused. Also I'm stuck on how to start.
If anyone can give me some advice, tips or help it would be greatly appreciated!