Themes
Name a character that reflects loneliness.
Curley's Wife
Who breaks Curley's arm
Lennie
What is foreshadowing?
When something in a novel or story when there are subtle hints implying that something is going to happen.
What is indirect characterization?
When the author doesn't obviously state character traits and reveals character traits through speech, actions, thoughts and looks.
Where does the novel take place?
Salinas Valley of California.
What is the American dream?
A dream that most Americans have that pertains to a white picket fence and a perfect family.
What are two types of conflicts we discussed?
Man vs. Fate and Man vs. Nature
When does John Steinbeck use imagery?
In chapter 1 when he describes Sllinas Valley.
Who shot candy's dog?
Carlson
What's the year that the novel takes place in?
1930's.
What theme has to do with good and bad actions?
Morality
What is the relationship like between Curley and Lennie. Why is their relationship like this?
Very negative and they don't get along at all. Curley feels intimated by Lennie because of his size.
What event foreshadowed Lennie killing Curley's wife?
Lennie killing the puppy.
Who kills Curley's wife and how?
Lennie from petting her hair.
What other event was going on during the Great Depression that we spoke about?
Dust Bowl
What is Man vs. Nature?
When characters undergo natural forces that they can't control.
What is the relationship between Curley and his wife like?
Not so good and Curley's wife feels lonely because Curley doesn't treat her well.
What point of view is the story told from?
Third person point of view.
Who is the bosses son and what theme does this represent?
Curley; Power vs. powerless
How does the setting reflect George and Lennie's financial status?
They are unemployed and have a difficult time finding a job.
How is Lennie vulnerable?
He has a disability that he can't control.
How does Lennie represent Man vs. Fate?
His disability is something he can't control.
What other form of imagery appeared a lot in the novel?
Animal Imagery
Why did George kill Lennie and how?
George killed Lennie because he killed Curley's wife. He killed him by shooting him.
Where did George tell Lennie to go if he felt he was in trouble?
The bushes to hide near the river.