Characters
Who is the ranch hand who is not allowed to sleep in the bunkhouse? Why
Crooks- because of the color of his skin
Who does Curley try to fight?
Lennie
Why does Candy let Carlson shoot his dog?
Candy knows that his dog will only suffer if he lives.
What does Of Mice and Men teach readers about "friendship"?
Write a central idea for the topic of friendship.
Friendship can help people get through difficult times.
Friendship requires trust and loyalty.
How is George and Lennie's relationship best described?
Botherly. They look out for one another
Who is the ranch hand who drowns the puppies?
Slim
How does Lennie react when Curley punches him.
He does nothing at first. Takes the hits.
How does Curley's wife treat Crooks?
She is racist. She is very cruel to Crooks.
Having dreams is an important idea in the novella. Why is it calming for Lennie to think about his "Dream future"?
It is calming to think of a peaceful life with George and animals on a land where they will not be bothered by others.
Why does George tell Lennie about their future "American Dream"? (with the farm and the rabbits)
It calms Lennie to think of the future in this way
After the fight between Curley and Lennie, how does Lennie react?
Lennie is upset
Why does Crooks initially get mad when Lennie comes in his room?
He thinks that Lennie is there to tease him. When he realizes that Lennie just wants company, he allows him in.
Why does Curley pick a fight with Lennie?
He thinks Lennie is "weak minded" and physically weak as well.
Why are mice and the puppy important to Lennie?
Lennie likes to pet soft things for comfort, but doesn’t realize how strong he truly is.
Why does George continue to "watch over" Lennie even though he gets into trouble?
Lennie's Aunt Clara asked George to take care of Lennie.
George feels responsible for Lennie's well-being.
Why does Curley's wife always come to the barn to talk to the men?
She's lonely
Why does Lennie kill Curley's wife?
She yells for help when Lennie won't let go of her hair. Lennie does not want her to yell because he knows he will get in trouble.
Why did George not allow Lennie to talk to the boss (when they first came to town)?
He was afraid the boss would notice that Lennie is different and not hire them.
What is the author's message about loneliness?
People can become lonely when they are isolated from others.
Why does George tell Slim the story about Lennie jumping in the river?
To show that Lennie does EVERYTHING George says, without question
What do Lennie, Crooks, and Curley's wife have in common?
They are all treated differently?
Why does Lennie kill the puppy?
It tried to "bite him" and he hit it on the head to discipline it.
What does Lennie do after he kills Curley's wife?
He runs to the brush and waits for George.
What does the author reveal about injustice/ unfairness?
The world is filled with injustice because of racial or discriminatory people.
Why does George kill Lennie?
Lennie would have suffered a cruel death if Curley found him first. Lennie cannot live alone.