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How does Curley's hand get injured?
Lennie crushes it in his fist.
What does Carlson say is wrong with Candy’s dog?
It's old, it has no teeth, it stinks, it's not a useful dog anymore.
Why has Lennie never hurt George even though George has teased him a lot?
What happens to Candy’s dog?
Carlson shoots it.
Who attacks Lennie?
Curley
How did George treat Lennie when they were younger?
Badly. He often played pranks on him and told him to do dangerous things.
What does Candy do after Carlson takes his dog out to shoot it?
He lies on his bed. He doesn't speak.
Why did Lennie keep hold of the girl’s red dress in Weed?
He liked the way that it felt and panicked when she started slapping him to get off.
What had happened to Candy's hand and what did he get as compensation?
He lost it in a farm accident on the ranch. He got $250.
Who tells Lennie to fight back?
George
How do the men react when they realise they could have enough money to make their dream become a possibility?
Excitement, hope.
What does the fight show us about Lennie’s strength?
Why does the shooting of Candy’s dog upset Candy so much?
He really cared for him and he wasn't brave enough to stand up to the other men. He also wasn't brave enough to shoot the dog himself.
What are three ideas that are discussed when the characters talk about their dream?
Have rabbits and other animals, have their own farm, live off of the land, be in control of their lives, have freedom.
Who offers money to join Lennie and George in their dream?
Candy
How does Carlson try to convince Candy to let him shoot the dog?
He says the dog is useless now. He will shoot him in the head in a way that he'll feel no pain.
What does the fight shown us about Lennie’s character?
He's not a fighter at heart. He also doesn't know when to stop.
From what George tells Slim, why do you think he stays with Lennie?
What is the name of the black man on the ranch?
Crooks
Who supports Carlson's idea to shoot the dog?
Slim.