Terminology
What is Ironic about Lennie's name?
His last name is Small and he is a large person.
Who is planning to buy their own land?
George and Lennie
Where is Lennie supposed to go if he gets in trouble?
Back to the brush by the water
Who takes Carlson's gun?
George
What Mr. Bosman carries around in class
What is the term for when an author hints at future events?
Foreshadowing
Who is respected on the ranch for their skill?
Slim
What type of imagery does Steinbeck use to describe Lennie?
Animal Imagery
Why is Curley's wife looking for Curley?
To avoid him
Color Mr. Bosman wears every Wednesday
Pink
Define Allusion
Reference to another work (book, song, movie, story, etc.)
Where does Curley's power come from?
His boots. Status
What does Lennie say that shows he is capable of violence?
He threatens the cats that may hurt his rabbits in the future.
Who does Lennie see at the brush before George arrives?
His Aunt Clara and a giant rabbit
Mr. Bosman's Favorite Movie
Clue
Describe the juxtaposition between the barn and horseshoe game outside.
The horseshoe game outside is loud and highlights how still and quiet it is inside the barn.
How does Candy have power over the others?
His power comes from age and experience.
Describe the bunkhouse while waiting for Candy's dog to get shot.
Silent and quiet
According to Crooks, why does George keep Lennie around?
Someone to talk with no judgement
College Mr. Bosman went to
UW-Stevens Point
What is Ironic about Alanis Morissette's song, Ironic?
It contains little to no irony
How does Curley's wife represent the death of dreams?
Her death signals the death of her dreams AND the death of George and Lennie's.
How are George's eyes described?
Restless
How are Crooks and Curley's wife the same?
Both Lonely. Not allowed to talk to anyone and isolated to their own homes.
What Mr. Bosman says while waiting for an answer.
Anyone... Anyone... Bueller