Characters and Descriptions
This character is known for wearing a red dress and seeking attention.
Curley’s Wife
George instructs Lennie to hide in this location if he gets into trouble.
The brush by the river
This character’s dog is considered old and smelly, leading to a disagreement about its future.
Candy
This character is George’s traveling companion and has a mental disability that causes him to accidentally harm things he loves.
Lennie
Why does George take care of Lennie?
George looks after Lennie because of a promise he made to Lennie’s Aunt Clara.
This leader of the ranch workers is respected for his kindness and authority.
Slim
The town where George and Lennie last worked, and they fled because Lennie grabbed a girl’s dress.
Weed
Curley is described as feeling insecure about this aspect of his life, leading to tension with other ranch workers.
His marriage ... His Wife
What makes George and Lennie’s relationship different from other ranch workers?
The relationship between George and Lennie is unique because of their shared dream and mutual care.
Why does Curley dislike Lennie?
Curley dislikes Lennie because Lennie is bigger and stronger than him.
This character, who is protective of his dog and dreams of owning land (with George and Lennie)
Candy
Why does Curley attack Lennie?
He believes Lennie is laughing at him
What is the significance of the dream farm?
George and Lennie’s dream farm is important to them because it represents escape from their current lives.
How does Slim interact with the other ranch workers?
Slim’s relationship with the other workers is characterized by respect and authority.
How does Lennie depend on George?
Lennie relies on George to make decisions and protect him from trouble, showing their unique bond.
This character is described as having a strong, muscular build but short and is known for his aggression (esp. towards Lennie)
Curley
Why did Slim drown the puppies?
The mom can't feed them all
Candy is very loyal to his dog because ....
They use to work together. The dog was a shepherd dog.
What causes the conflict between Curley and Lennie?
Curley though Lennie was laughing at him, in reality he was just thinking about the rabbits and the farm.
Why is Curley often suspicious of the other ranch workers?
Curley is often suspicious and aggressive toward the men, especially when it comes to his wife.
This character is isolated as the only black man on the ranch and referred to as the N word
Crooks
Why does George stop playing tricks on Lennie?
George stops playing cruel jokes on Lennie after an incident where Lennie nearly drowned.
At what point does Lennie finally fight back when confronted by Curley?
Only after George tells him to fight back.
Why does Candy want to join George and Lennie’s dream?
Candy’s eagerness to join George and Lennie’s dream is driven by his dissatisfaction with his life on the ranch ... he can only work with one hand ... he has money saved up ... he thinks they might fire him eventually.
What conflict arises between Carlson and Candy regarding Candy’s dog?
Carlson’s conflict with Candy revolves around Candy’s old, smelly dog, which Carlson believes should be put down.