Characterizations
The process in which the writer reveals the personality of the character
What is Characterization
Crooks faces isolation due to his race resulting in him facing what?
What is discrimination
This character is known for being the "wise fool"
Who is Lenny Small
This occurs when an author makes a reference to another piece of literature of a real person or place.
What is an Allusion
what is the significance of this dream to the characters and the story as a whole?
The dream represents hope and a sense of purpose for George and Lennie, offering them an escape from their difficult lives as migrant workers.
This character is described as having "huge, pale eyes" and is referred to as "a giant of a man."
Who is Lennie
Because of Curley’s small size and insecurity, he can be seen as what.
What is Napoleon Complex
This character has the archetype of "the everyman"
Who is George Milton
Who are the Protagonists?
Who is George and Lennie?
In the clip where Lennie and George share their dream of owning a farm with Candy, what does Candy’s decision to join them reveal about his character?
Candy's decision to join Lennie and George in their dream of owning a farm shows his desire for companionship and security in his old age.
This character shows his frustration and loneliness when he says, "Guys like us, that work on ranches, are the loneliest guys in the world."
Who is George
Candy is often seen as what because of his age and physical disability.
What is elderly
This character is known for being a loner/outsider
Who is Crooks
Steinbeck describes Lennie as "a huge man" with "pale eyes." What is this known as?
What is direct characterization?
What does this conversation reveal about Curlys wife?
Curley's wife describes her loneliness by mentioning that she has no one to talk to and that she is trapped in a loveless marriage.
This character shows loneliness when they say "You can talk to people, but I can't talk to nobody but Curley. Else he gets mad."
Who is Curley's Wife
Lennie is often seen as what because of his intellectual disability and physical strength.
What is "Wise Fool"
This character is symbolic of women everywhere or known as "eve"
Who is Curley's Wife
A character, action, or a situation that seems to represent a universal pattern of human nature.
What is an archetype
In this clip what does this reveal about Slims personality?
This scene shows Slim's wisdom and respect for George and Lennie.
(DOUBLE JEOPARDY!) This character expresses his defensiveness and bitterness when he tells Lennie, "You got no right to come in my room. This here's my room. Nobody got any right in here but me."
Who is Crooks
Slim is viewed as a natural leader and protector, which makes him seen as what?
What is a hero
This character is known for being a narcissist and having the last line in the book.
Who is Carlson
Curley’s wife is revealed to be lonely through her actions and dialogue, what is this known as?
What is indirect characterization?
(DOUBLE JEOPARDY) What does this moment reveal about George's character and the themes of sacrifice and friendship in the novel?
This moment reveals the depth of George’s love and sacrifice for Lennie.