Notes Pt. 1
Who wrote "Of Mice And Men" and what year was it published?
John Steinbeck, 1937
!!!!WILD CARD!!!! Worth 5x the amount of points: In the story "The Metamorphosis" what did Gregor turn into?
- A Dung Beatle
How would you describe George in this story?
A father like figure/protective figure
How does the director show us that Lennie is stronger than most men instead of simply telling us he is strong?
When Lennie was throwing the huge bags of grain into the wagon
Based on the context clues, what might the underlined word mean? In chapter 2 analyze the following script about Curley. What does Pugnacious mean in the following lines?
He glanced coldly at George and then at Lennie. His arms gradually bene at the elbows and his hands closed into fists. He stiffened and went into a slight crouch. His glance was at once calculating and pugnacious. Lennie squirmed under the look and shifted his feet nervously. Curley stepped gingerly close to him. "You the new guys the old man was waitin' for?"
aggressive or ready to fight
What historical setting did this story take place in?
The Great Depression
How would you describe Lennie?
Childlike, yet physically powerful
!!!!WILD CARD!!!! Worth 5x the point value. What is the 18,19, and 21st Amendment?
18th: Prohibition
19th: Woman's Rights To Vote
21st: Repeal Prohibition
Why is Curley's wife so lonely on the farm?
She is the only woman and has no one to talk to
!!!!WILD CARD!!!! Worth 5x the point value: What does the following Spanish phrase say:
Este profesor está loco si cree que puedo leer esto.
This teacher is crazy if he thinks I can read this.
What are Migrant workers?
People who move from town to town looking for work
What does Lennie symbolize in the movie?
Vulnerability of those with disabilities
How does Candy's personality change when speaking with Curley or the boss of the ranch compared to his personality around George and Lennie?
Candy is less goofy, more respectable, and speaks less
!!!!WILD CARD!!!! Worth 4x the amount of points; In the story "The Metamorphosis" what was Gregor's favorite food AFTER he transformed?
Spoiled Cheese
Based on the context clues, what might the underlined word mean? In chapter 1 George and Lennie were on their way to the farm:
In a moment Lennie came crashing back through the brush. He carried one small willow stick in his hand. George sat up. "Awright," he said brusquely. "Gi’me that mouse!"
What does Brusquely mean?
meaning abruptly or rudely
!!!!WILD CARD!!!! Worth 4x the amount of points; Solve The Following Matrices:
[7 -10]
[14 -16]
What does Curley's wife represent in the story?
Represents loneliness and unfulfilled dreams.
How does the director of the movie use cinematography and body language to convey George’s protectiveness toward Lennie in the scenes where they interact with the other ranch workers?
George is always standing with Lennie and will usually speak for Lennie
Give an example of Lennie's lack of social boundaries or lack of understanding relationships between individuals.
Social Boundaries: Tore the woman's dress from the previous town
Lack of understanding relationships: Stares at Curley's wife even though she is married.
Based on the context clues, what might the underlined word mean? In chapter 1 George and Lennie are sitting by a fire and the following was said: What does Morosely mean in the following sentence?
Thinking back on the life he could have had, George stared Morosely at the fire. "When I think of the swell time I could have without you, I go nuts. I never get no peace."
sullenly or gloomily, sadly
Explain how George and Lennie's friendship shapes their daily choices. Must include at least 2 examples.
- George must make sure Lennie has food
- George must make sure Lennie has a place to sleep
- George must make sure there is enough room/work for 2 people
- The American Dream: The pursuit of happiness and land ownership
- Friendship: Explores the importance of companionship during hardship
How does the portrayal of Candy and his old dog serve as a metaphor for the treatment of individuals who are seen as no longer “useful”?
Anyone who is not useful is either cast out or put down
Provide 2 examples of loneliness in the story and explain how/why someone is lonely.
Curley's wife: Has no one to talk to
Candy: Only has his dog until......
George: has never had a date and only takes care of Lennie
Based on the context clues, what might the underlined word mean? In chapter 2 the following line was said: What does the word derision mean below?
Although there was evening brightness showing through the windows of the bunk house, inside it was dusk. Through the open door came the thuds and occasional clangs of a horseshoe game, and now and then the sound of voices raised in approval or derision.
Happiness, contempt or mockery