Notes
What historical time period does this story take place?
The Great Depression
In Chapter 1, what is George and Lennie's shared dream?
Owning a piece of land and a farm
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Langston Hughes
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15-5i
What is a motif that is found early in chapter 1&2 for the theme of "The American Dream"?
The Dream Farm
Roughly what percentage of people lost their jobs during the great depression?
Roughly 25%
In Chapter 1, what do the workers play at night to pass the time?
Poker
Why did Lennie get into trouble in the previous town of Weed?
He frightened a woman by touching her dress.
What is Curley's wife's reaction when she sees Lennie in the barn?
She becomes friendly and tries to flirt with him.
What is one example of conflict "Person vs. Person" that is displayed in chapter 2 & 3?
Curley vs Lennie
What are Migrant Workers?
Workers who travel from city to city in hopes of finding a job
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A. The death of her father
B. A traffic accident
C. A meeting with Picasso
B. A traffic Accident
What reason does George give for Lennie's mental disability?
A horse-kicking him in the head
What does Curley's wife reveal about her dreams and aspirations in Chapter 4?
a. She wanted to become a famous actress in Hollywood.
What motif is found throughout the novel for the theme of "Companionship"?
The Relationship Between George and Lennie
What is a major theme in chapter 4?
Loneliness
How does George feel about his responsibility for Lennie in Chapter 1?
He views it as a burden but accepts it.
When asked by the boss what is George and Lennie's relation to one another George states they are.......
Cousins
What does Crooks reveal about his feelings of loneliness in Chapter 4?
He yearns for companionship and fears being alone.
What major theme is prevalent throughout chapter 4?
Loneliness/Isolation
What does Economic Precarity mean?
These are jobs with no predictability or security
What does Lennie carry with him in his pocket in Chapter 1 that he enjoys petting?
A dead mouse
Why is George worried about Slim?
Slim knows about their dream of wanting to own a ranch/farm
What is the outcome of Lennie's conversation with Curley's wife in the barn?
Lennie becomes agitated and accidentally kills her.
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I Drink Orange Juice