Of Mice And Men 1
Of Mice And Men 2
Of Mice And Men 3
Of Mice And Men 4
Of Mice And Men 5
Of Mice And Men 6
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Why was Crooks not allowed to play cards in the bunk house?
He was Black.
100
What state does the story take place?
California
100
Who is the "leader or “prince” of the ranch?
Slim
100
What color was the dress Lennie pulled on?
Red
100
What is Crooks job called? (or what does Crooks do at the ranch?) Be specific.
Stable Buck
100
Where did the guys go on a Saturday night?
In town; a bar/brothel
200
Why are George and Lennie traveling together?
George looks after Lennie because Lennie has an intellectual disability and depends on George for guidance and protection.
200
How does Curley's wife make the men feel uncomfortable?
She flirts with the workers, which makes them nervous because Curley is jealous and protective of her.
200
What's the guys' favorite outside game to play?
Horseshoes
200
What did Curley's wife want to become before marrying Curley?
An actress/famous
200
What happens when Lennie pets the puppy?
Lennie handles it too roughly and accidentally kills it.
200
Why does George make the choice he does at the end of the novel?
George believes Lennie will either be killed violently by the mob or suffer greatly, so he chooses to spare him from that fate.
300
What animal did Lennie continuously find and try to keep a secret from George?
a mouse
300
What decade does the novel take place during?
1930’s
300
True or False: It was common for migrant workers to move around with their families, searching for employment?
False
300
Why is Crooks isolated from the other ranch workers?
Crooks is separated because he is Black and faces racial discrimination.
300
Name one theme of the story
Friendship
The American Dream
Loneliness
300
What does George talk about with Lennie before the ending?
He tells Lennie once more about their dream farm and the future they imagined together.
400
What mistake did Lennie make in Weed that forced them to leave?
Lennie grabbed a woman's dress because he liked how it felt and would not let go, causing people to think he was attacking her.
400
Why does George warn Lennie to stay away from Curley?
George fears Curley will pick a fight with Lennie and cause trouble.
400
Why does Curley pick a fight with Lennie?
Curley is angry and embarrassed after an argument with the other men and takes out his frustration on Lennie.
400
What trait of Lennie’s does George become most aggravated about?
Lennie’s poor memory and his inability to have self-control in social situations
400
What card game do the workers often play alone, which supports the theme of loneliness? (be specific)
Solitaire
400
What kind of pet does Lennie receive in Chapter 6?
a pup
500
What dream do George and Lennie share for their future?
They dream of owning a small farm where they can live independently and Lennie can tend rabbits.
500
What are George's first impressions of Curley and why?
George dislikes Curley because Curley seems aggressive, suspicious, and eager to start fights.
500
What causes Lennie to crush Curley's hand?
George finally tells Lennie to defend himself, and Lennie grabs Curley's hand and crushes it.
500
What historical event is occurring during the plot of this novel?
The Great Depression (post-Dust Bowl is also acceptable)
500
Why does Curley's wife sit down and talk with Lennie?
She is lonely and wants someone to listen to her.
500
How does Lennie die?
George shoots him.
