Vocab
What does the word "Foreshadowing" mean?
A symbol or statement that predicts something that happens in the near future.
In what part of the story does George and Lennie move to their worksite to begin their work?
Beginning
What's the name of the old man missing his hand?
Candy
Name of the book?
"Of Mice and Men"
Who wrote Of Mice and Men?
John Steinbeck
what does the term Bindle mean?
A bedroll or bundle of personal belongings wrapped in a blanket, carried by a migrant worker.
What was the first thing Lennie pet during when George and Lennie had camped out by the fire? (Hint: it is what George threw into the river)
Dead Mouse
What does George promise Lennie?
A farm with bunnies/to be their own bosses
Final quote of the book and who says it.
And Carlson said, "Now what the hell ya suppose is eatin' them 2 guys?"
What era does Of Mice and Men take place?
As used in Of Mice and Men, what does the term "Tart" mean?
Derogatory term for a promiscuous woman.
What did Curly discover that made him enraged and create a search party for Lennie?
Curly's wife dead
How did George meet Lennie?
He knew his aunt
First quote of the book and who said it.
"Lennie!" George said sharply.
What state does Of Mice and Men mostly take place in?
California
As used in Of Mice and Men, what does the term "Tick" mean? (Hint: NOT the insect)
A mattress case or fabric cover stuffed with straw or other materials.
In what chapter does Lennie die?
Chapter 6
True Or False: Lennie purposely killed Curley's wife
False
What is the thing at the end of the book that Lennie tells George to repeat with him in the last 3 pages, (specifically all of it). (Hint: it starts with, "We're gonna get a little place. We'll have a...)
"We're gonna get a little place. We'll have a cow, an' we'll have maybe a pig an' chickens...an' down the flat we'll have a...little piece alfalfa for the rabbits. An' you & I get to tend the rabbits an' live on the fatta the lan'."
How much money did Candy contribute to help buy the dream farm with George and Lennie?
$350
As used in Of Mice and Men, what does the term Skinner mean?
A skilled driver of a team of draft animals such as mules or horses.
Who shot Candy's dog?
Carlson
Why is Crooks called Crooks?
His crooked back caused by being kicked by a horse
Any quote and who said it on page 53, middle of the book. (Hint: The first 3 words are, "He spends half...")
Whit said sarcastically, "He spends half his time lookin' for her, and the rest of the time she's lookin' for him."
What object does Crooks keep on his shelf?
a copy of the California Civil Code