Plot
Lennie kills this animal, which foreshadows his later killing.
What is a mouse? AND/OR What is a puppy?
Carlson thinks that Lennie took this from him when it was George who used this to kill Lennie.
What is a luger? AND/OR What is a gun?
George and Carlson both enact this theme through the act of killing.
What is mercy AND/OR compassion?
Many people today would have an issue with this book for this reason.
What is the language (N-word, etc.)?
George embodies this theme by taking care of Lennie.
What is self-sacrifice AND/OR putting others before yourself?