vocab
What does lumbered mean?
To move in a heavy, clumsy way.
During what time period does the story take place?
The Great Depression
Who are the two main characters?
George and Lennie
Where do George and Lennie sleep near the beginning?
Near the Salinas River.
Who is Lennie's closest friend and protector?
George Milton
What does morosely mean?
In a gloomy, sad, or sullen manner.
What state does the story take place in?
California
Why do George and Lennie leave Weed?
Lennie grabs a woman's dress and won't let go, frightening her.
Where do George and Lennie get jobs?
On a ranch near Soledad, California.
Who is the boss's aggressive son?
Curley
What does recumbent mean?
Lying down or resting in a horizontal position.
What kind of work do George and Lennie do?
They are migrant ranch workers.
What is the dream George and Lennie share?
Owning their own farm and living independently.
What is the name of the building where the ranch workers sleep?
The bunkhouse.
Who is the skilled and respected mule driver?
Slim
What does derision mean?
Mockery or ridicule directed at someone.
What is the atmosphere of the opening setting like?
Peaceful and quiet, with nature around the river.
What happens to Curley's hand during his fight with Lennie?
Lennie crushes it.
Where does Crooks live?
In a separate room in the stable.
Which character is isolated because of racism and lives in the stable?
Crooks
What does pugnacious mean?
Eager or quick to argue or fight.
How does the setting reflect the struggles of the characters?
The Great Depression creates poverty, and unstable jobs.
Why does George make his final decision about Lennie?
He wants to spare Lennie from the cruel fate he believes awaits him after Curley's wife dies.
Where does Lennie go after accidentally killing Curley's wife?
He returns to the clearing by the Salinas River.
Which character dreams of joining George and Lennie on their farm after hearing about their plans?
Candy