Character Development
Who are the two main characters in the novel?
George and Lennie
Where is the biggest climax of this chapter?
When Candy's dog gets shot
What does the mice that Lennie keeps symbolize in the novel?
The mice symbolize Lennie's childlike innocence
What is one of the central themes in the novel?
The American Dream
In what year does the novel take place?
The novel takes place in the Great Depression in the late 1930s
What is the relationship between George and Lennie?
They are best friends
What role does Slim play in the story?
Slim plays a significant role in teh story among the ranch workers.
What is the significance of Candy's old dog?
The old dog symbolizes Candy's own lost youth
What is another theme in this novel?
Loneliness and isolation
What is the location of the ranch where George and Lennie work?
Soledad, California
How does Lennie get into trouble in this chapter?
He accidentally kills Curley's wife
What does George get mad about?
He gets mad when Lennie and Candy leaking information about their American Dream
Why is Curley's wife always described as wearing red?
The color red symbolises that she is dangerous
How does the theme of loneliness play out in this chapter?
Through Curley's wife's loneliness.
What does the setting of the novel contribute to its themes and characters?
The setting highlights the economic and social challenges faced by migrant workers during the Great Depression.
What is the name of the ranch they are working on in this chapter?
The Ranch
Who comes to the barn in the end of the chapter?
Carlson and Candy
What is the significance of the pool of stagnant water in the novel?
The pool symbolizes the characters' lost hopes and dreams
Why is the theme of the American Dream significant in this chapter?
The American Dream is shattered for George with the death of Lennie
How does the physical setting of the novel contrast with the characters' dreams and aspirations?
The barren and desolate setting of the ranch contrasts with the characters' dreams of owning a farm and living a better life
Who is Candy and what is his role in this chapter?
Candy is an old swamper who offers to contribute to George and Lennie's dream of owning a farm.
Where does George go in OMM?
Suzy's old place
Why is the ending of the chapter significant for the rest of the novel?
How does the novel depict the contrast between the reality and the illusion of the American Dream?
The novel shows the characters' pursuit of their dreams, but also the obstacles and challenges that prevent them from realizing it.
How does the setting contribute to the mood and tone of the chapter?
The setting contributes to the mood and tone of the chapter by creating a sense of isolation and powerlessness.