Of Mice And Men 1
Why was Crooks not allowed to play cards in the bunk house?
His race
What state does the story take place?
California
Who is the "leader or “prince” of the ranch?
Slim
What color was the dress Lennie pulled on?
Red
What is Crooks job called? Be specific.
Stable Buck
Where did the guys go on a Saturday night?
In town; a bar/brothel
What town do George & Lennie escape from?
Weed
On his first day at the ranch, what does George find near his bed in the bunkhouse?
Bug/Lice Spray from previous worker
What's the guys' favorite outside game to play?
Horseshoes
What did Curley's wife want to become before marrying Curley?
An actress/famous
Who does George confide in about his & Lennie’s past?
Slim
What does Curley's wife threaten to do to Crooks?
Hang him
What animal did Lennie continuously find and try to keep a secret from George?
a mouse
What decade does the novel take place during?
1930’s
True or False:
It was common for migrant workers to move around with their families, searching for employment?
False
How characteristics does Curley’s wife possess that would make the men consider her a “tart” or “jail bait?”
Name one theme of the story
Friendship
The American Dream
Loneliness
Why was Candy sad when Curley's wife died?
He realized his dream of joining Lennie and George has died too.
What type of gun does Carlson use to shoot Candy's dog?
Luger
Why does Crooks not believe in Lennie's dream?
He's seen a lot of others fail through the years
Which event happened first?
Crooks teased Lennie about George not coming back
OR
Curly’s wife threatening Crooks about having him lynched
Crooks teased Lennie about George not coming back
What trait of Lennie’s does George become most aggravated about?
Lennie’s poor memory
What card game do the workers often play alone, which supports the theme of loneliness? (be specific)
Solitaire
Who gave Lennie his pup?
Combo of George & Slim
What is the name of the town where the ranch is in?
Soledad
What 3 things does George tell Lennie to do right before he shoots him?
1.) take off your hat
2.) look beyond the mountains
3.) imagine the “dream”
How many pups did the dog give birth to?
9
What historical event is occurring during the plot of this novel?
The Great Depression
Name (2) societal conflicts during the time period Of Mice and Men?
Racial Inequality (racism/segregation)
Gender Inequality
LoSS of financial stability
What kind of medicine does Crooks use?
Liniment