Plot
What animal does Lennie carry in his pocket at the start of the story?
Dead mouse
Who is Lennie’s best friend and travel companion?
George
What state is the story set in?
California
Why does George tell Lennie to stay away from Curley’s wife?
She could cause trouble
What is Curley like towards bigger men?
He picks fights with them.
Where do George and Lennie camp in Chapter 1?
The riverbank/ the brush
Why did George and Lennie have to leave Weed?
Lennie grabbed a girl’s dress and scared her.
What is Candy’s job on the ranch?
cleaner/ swamper
What kind of place is the bunkhouse?
Basic and plain — not very comfortable
What does Candy offer George and Lennie to join their dream of owning a farm?
Money and help on the farm
What does Slim do that makes the other men respect him?
He understands people and is fair
What is important about the brush near the river?
It’s where George tells Lennie to hide if there’s trouble.
What does Slim give Lennie as a gift?
A puppy
What do we learn about Carlson’s personality when he talks about shooting Candy’s dog?
He’s practical but lacks emotion.
What kind of life do migrant workers like George and Lennie live?
Lonely and unstable — always moving for work