Of Mice And Men 1
Why was Crooks not allowed to play cards in the bunk house?
His race
What state does the story take place?
California
Who is the "leader or “prince” of the ranch?
Slim
What color was the dress Lennie pulled on?
Red
What is Crooks job called? Be specific.
Stable Buck
Where did the guys go on a Saturday night?
In town; a bar/brothel
What year was Mrs. Beechaum married?
2000
What town do George & Lennie escape from?
Weed
On his first day at the ranch, what does George find near his bed in the bunkhouse?
Bug/Lice Spray from previous worker
What's the guys' favorite outside game to play?
Horseshoes
What did Curley's wife want to become before marrying Curley?
An actress/famous
Who does George confide in about his & Lennie’s past?
Slim
What does Curley's wife threaten to do to Crooks?
Hang him
How many siblings does Mrs. Beechaum have?
6
What animal did Lennie continuously find and try to keep a secret from George?
a mouse
What decade does the novel take place during?
1930’s
True or False:
It was common for migrant workers to move around with their families, searching for employment?
False
How characteristics does Curley’s wife possess that would make the men consider her a “tart” or “jail bait?”
Name one theme of the story
Friendship
The American Dream
Loneliness
Why was Candy sad when Curley's wife died?
He realized his dream of joining Lennie and George has died too.
What is Mrs. Beechaum's maiden name?
Harris
What type of gun does Carlson use to shoot Candy's dog?
Luger
Why does Crooks not believe in Lennie's dream?
He's seen a lot of others fail through the years
Which event happened first?
Crooks teased Lennie about George not coming back
OR
Curly’s wife threatening Crooks about having him lynched
Crooks teased Lennie about George not coming back
What trait of Lennie’s does George become most aggravated about?
Lennie’s poor memory
What card game do the workers often play alone, which supports the theme of loneliness? (be specific)
Solitaire
Who gave Lennie his pup?
Combo of George & Slim
What year did Mrs. Beechaum start teaching?
Hint: Started during the pandemic
2020
What is the name of the town where the ranch is in?
Soledad
What 3 things does George tell Lennie to do right before he shoots him?
1.) take off your hat
2.) look beyond the mountains
3.) imagine the “dream”
How many pups did the dog give birth to?
9
What historical event is occurring during the plot of this novel?
The Great Depression
Name (2) societal conflicts during the time period Of Mice and Men?
Racial Inequality (racism/segregation)
Gender Inequality
LoSS of financial stability
What kind of medicine does Crooks use?
Liniment
Saxophone, Piano, Drums, Guitar
Why is Crooks territorial of his space on the ranch?
It is the only thing he has and isn’t permitted to sleep or hang in the bunkhouse with the others.
Compare Candy and his dog, what theme could we infer based on both of their characteristics?
Elderly vs. Youth
What 2 things does Lennie have hallucinations about, after escaping the ranch? What was the purpose of these hallucinations?
A giant rabbit and his Aunt Clara, to point out the mistakes Lennie has made and to highlight his biggest fears.
Why isn’t Curley’s wife given a name?
Gender equality didn’t exist, she was thought more of as ”property”
What supposedly "happened" to Curley's hand & why was this explanation given (2 reasons)?
Caught in a machine, so Lennie wouldn’t get in trouble and Curley wouldn’t be embarrassed to being injured by Lennie.
What item did Aunt Clara give Lennie as a pet, and why?
Rubber Mouse because he has a bad habit of killing real mice
Which school does Mrs. Beechaum's husband teach at?
Highland Springs HS
“A water snake slipped along on the pool, its head held up like a little periscope.”
Periscope most likely means:
A. To keep watch
B. To examine
C. A weapon
A. To keep watch
“They run us outta Weed,” he exploded triumphantly.
Triumphantly most likely means:
A. showing sadness
B. Showing happiness or excitement
c. Showing regret
B. Showing happiness or excitment
“Sycamores with mottled (spotted), white, recumbent limbs and branches that arch over the pool.”
Recumbent most likely means:
a. Broken or fallen
b. Standing straight up
c.leaning or resting
C. Leaning or resting
“I ain’t got mine. I musta lost it.” He looked down at the ground in despair.”
Despair most likely means:
a. Happiness
b. sadness/depression
c. Anger
B. Sadness/depression
“George unslung his bundle from his shoulder and dropped it gently on the bank.”
Bundle means:
A. Bag
B. Suitcase
C. Crate
A. Bag
“George stared morosely at the water. The rims of his eyes were red with sun glare.”
Morosely most likely means:
a. Happily
b. Sadly
c. Angrily
B. Sadly
1978
What type of conflict involves a person vs. forces out of their control & provide an example?
A. Person vs. Self
B. Person vs. Nature
C. Person vs. Person
D. Person vs. Society
Person vs. Nature
The heat & dust during the Dust Bowl of the 1930’s, which made farming next to impossible.
What type of conflict involves a person vs. his/her inner thoughts & provide an example from Of Mice and Men?
A. Person vs. Person
B. Person vs. Self
C. Person vs. Society
D. Person vs. Nature
Person vs. Self
George is hesitant when it comes to deciding whether or not to take Lennie’s life.
What type of conflict involves a person against another person & provide an example from Of Mice and Men?
A. Person vs. Society
B. Person vs. Self
C. Person vs. Person
D. Person vs. Nature
Person vs. Person
When Curly thinks Lennie is laughing at him and attacks him.
What type of conflict involves a person vs. a group of people & provide example from Of Mice & Men?
A. Person vs. Person
B. Person vs. Self
C. Person vs. Nature
D. Person vs. Society
Person vs. Society
Crooks and the racial inequality during the 1930’s
What is Mrs. Beechaum's favorite sandwich?
Philly Cheesesteak