Main Points
Who are the two main characters in the story?
George and Lennie
Who is the only woman on the ranch?
Curley's wife
What does Lennie accidentally kill besides the puppy?
Curley's wife
Why did George and Lennie leave Weed?
Lennie scared a girl by touching her dress
Why does Curley dislike Lennie?
Lennie is bigger than he is
Why does George shoot Lennie?
He wants to save Lennie from a worse fate
What does Lennie like to pet?
Soft things
Why is Candy worried about his future?
He is old and has one hand
What time period is the book set in?
The Great Depression
What is George and Lennie’s dream?
To own a ranch
Who is the most respected worker on the ranch?
Slim
What does the dream farm symbolize?
Hope and freedom
What does George say he could do if he didn’t have Lennie?
Travel and have an easier life
Who lives alone in the barn because of discrimination?
Crooks
What does Candy regret after Lennie's death?
Not shooting his own dog himself