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Night School ENG3C1 Name: Nadira Bruno-Iton Of Mice & Men Chapter Questions Workbook Answer the following using complete sentences and formal writing conventions. Chapter 1 1) Look at the way both Lennie and George are first described. How is this initial description fitting when we find out more about each man? Lennie and George are defined as two characters in Of Mice and Men who are considerably different from one another when they are initially met. Lennie is characterised as being big, powerful, and having a face without any features and small, beady eyes. Additionally, he is said to exude a childish innocence. Contrarily, George is described as a short, wiry man with angular features and agitated eyes. When we learn more about Lennie and George, this first description of each individual fits. Although Lennie is a gentle giant who is dedicated to George, he also has mental impairments, making it difficult for him to appreciate the effects of his actions. His innocent innocence is a mirror of his mental handicaps. On the other hand, George is a dedicated, self-reliant man who watches out for Lennie and works hard. His determined and aspirational nature are reflected in his angular face and restless gaze. 2) Is the relationship between George and Lennie one of friendship, or does George only feel obligated to take care of Lennie? What evidence can you find to support either conclusion? George and Lennie's relationship is complex and multifaceted in the book Of Mice and Men. George's willingness to look out for and take care of Lennie gives the impression that they are pals. The evidence, however, suggests that George and Lennie have a more complex bond than a straightforward friendship. One is that George frequently shows his irritation and exasperation with Lennie, which would suggest that he feels compelled to look after him. Lennie receives frequent corrections from George, who also works to keep him out of trouble. He also says that he could "life so easily" without Lennie and that he would like to be rid of him. This implies that rather than being a friendship, George's relationship with Lennie is more of a burden. In the end, George and Lennie's connection is murky and

complicated. There is evidence that George feels forced to care for Lennie, but there are also instances in the story where he genuinely cares and worries about him. The reader must evaluate if George and Lennie have a friendship or a duty-based connection. 3) Why does Lennie have the dead mouse? Why does George take it away? Lennie, who enjoys petting soft objects, holds a dead mouse in John Steinbeck's book Of Mice and Men. He is attracted to the mouse's velvety fur since he is a very kind and innocent giant. Lennie accidentally kills the mouse by petting it too vigorously since he is unaware of the effects of his actions. Lennie is being prevented from getting into trouble by George, who removes the mouse. George is aware that he could get into a lot of trouble if it comes out that Lennie killed the mouse. He pulls the mouse away to protect Lennie because he is aware that Lennie lacks the capacity to comprehend the repercussions of his actions. 4) What happened at the last place where Lennie and George worked? Lennie and George were suspected of stealing from the boss's daughter-in-law at their previous job. Curley, the boss's son, had been making out with Lennie, and George thought he was trying to set them up. George and Lennie were accused of stealing by the boss's daughter-in-law, but the employer didn't believe them. They were let go, and he instructed them to depart the ranch. 5) Describe the dream George and Lennie share for their future. Why is it so important to both men? The desire of George and Lennie is to have a small farm of their own, where they may live and work in safety and harmony. The potential to escape the hard realities of their life as nomadic agricultural workers makes this ambition extremely important to both men. For George, it's an opportunity to finally live on his own and have his own space where he can manage his own affairs. Lennie sees it as an opportunity to live in a secure place where he can be cared for and not worry about getting into trouble. Both men value the dream because it gives them something to work toward and a sense of hope. The desire to possess a farm gives them something to look forward to and something to strive for in a world where they are always on the go and lack any true security. It also offers children a feeling of direction and motivation to persevere in difficult circumstances.

Chapter 2 1) How is the bunk house described? What does the description tell the reader about the men who live there? According to the description, the bunk house is a long, rectangular structure with a gabled roof. It has two pieces and is composed of unpainted planks. The living area is the first area and it has a stove, a square table, and two rows of bunk beds. The storage area, which is the next portion, is where tools, supplies, and other items are kept. The bunk house has an overall sense of neglect and is poorly furnished. The reader can infer from the bunk house that the men who reside there are not well off. The lack of upkeep and limited furnishing of the bunk house hints that the men lack the resources to make it more comfortable. The fact that the bunk house is split into two portions and the guys have separate living and storage rooms may also be an indication that they are not very close. The storage room is crowded with a variety of stuff, and the men are likewise not particularly orderly. This implies that the males are not very focused on maintaining order or cleanliness. Overall, the reader can infer from the description of the bunk home that the men who reside there are not wealthy and do not have close relationships. 2) What do we find out about Curley, his wife, and his father through George's discussions with others. George's conversations with others provide us with a wealth of information about Curley, his wife, and his father. A "little person" who is constantly looking for a battle, Curley is so called. He is quite combative and constantly hunting for someone to fight. He also tries hard to keep his wife away from the other men on the ranch since he is highly possessive of her. He constantly seeks to impress the other males and is also very insecure. Curley's wife is referred to as a "tart" who always craves attention. She always tries to catch the attention of the other men on the ranch and is highly flirty. She constantly seeks out conversation partners since she is also terribly lonely. It is said that Curley's father is a "difficult old man" who is extremely severe and demanding. He also owns the ranch where George and Lennie work and is extremely wealthy. He always works to ensure that his son is taken care of and is quite protective of him. 3) How would you describe Curley and his wife? What do their actions tell you about each of their characters?

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Two of the most nuanced characters in Of Mice and Men are Curley and his wife. A "little boy" with a "handful of a body," "broad shoulders," and a "handful of a body" are how Curley, the ranch owner's son, is described. He is extremely aggressive and constantly looking for a battle. He is also extremely jealous and insecure about his wife, which is shown in his possessiveness. He is constantly looking for conflict and gets angry easily. The name of Curley's wife, a young, gorgeous woman, is not provided in the book. Her "full, rouged lips and wide-spaced eyes, fully made up" are characterised. She flirts with the ranch hands because she is lonely and yearns for attention. In addition, she is a master manipulator who exploits her sexuality to obtain what she wants. 4) Re-read Steinbeck's description of Slim. What does this description tell you about Slim's character? Is he a man to be trusted and looked up to? Slim is vividly described by John Steinbeck as a man who is revered and admired by everyone who knows him. He is referred to as a "jerkline skinner," a person competent in managing the team of horses pulling the wagon. He is also referred to as a "prince," a person of enormous strength and size. He has a "dark visage" and "restless eyes," and is tall and lanky. His voice is "soft," yet his hands are "big and slim." All who know Slim regard him as a man of extraordinary strength and understanding. The other men on the ranch admire him because he is a leader. Though he is a guy of few words, when he does talk, people pay attention. He is a man of honesty and justice, and he is not hesitant to defend his convictions. He is a man of enormous courage and power, and he does not hesitate to take chances. 5) What is Lennie eagerly talking about toward the end of the chapter? Lennie is excitedly discussing his and George's desire to own their own farm at the conclusion of Chapter 2 of Of Mice and Men. He is gushing about the farm's upcoming rabbit population and how he will be able to care for them. He also mentions the additional creatures they will keep, including a cow, piglets, and hens. He is talking incessantly about the dream and even chatting in his sleep since he is so excited about it. He is prepared to go to any lengths to realise his ambition since he is so anxious to do so. He is willing to do anything since he is so committed to his ideal. Chapter 3 1) What are Carlson's reasons for shooting Candy's dog?

Carlson has two justifications for shooting Candy's dog. The dog is too old and ill, in his opinion, to be of any use to Candy. He feels that since the dog is suffering, it would be more humanitarian to end its suffering. Second, he thinks the puppy is a bother and is consuming too much of Candy's time and energy. Instead of the dog, he thinks Candy should be concentrating on the ranch and the other animals. 2) What are Candy's reasons for not shooting the dog? Candy's reasons for not shooting the dog are both emotional and practical. On an emotional level, Candy has a strong bond with the dog, which he has had for a long time. He has grown to love the dog and is unwilling to take its life. He also feels a sense of responsibility for the dog, as it is his companion and he has been taking care of it for so long. On a practical level, Candy is aware that shooting the dog would be a waste of a bullet, and he is reluctant to use up a valuable resource. He also knows that the dog is old and sick, and that shooting it would be a cruel way to end its life. Finally, Candy is aware that shooting the dog would be a sign of weakness, as he would be unable to take care of the animal himself. He is unwilling to show this kind of vulnerability in front of the other men. For all of these reasons, Candy is unwilling to shoot the dog. 3) In what ways is Candy like his dog? Candy and his dog both experience feelings of isolation and loneliness. Candy is an elderly rancher who has lived there for a very long time without having any family or friends. He is fiercely guarded by his dog, who is his only friend. Similar to how they are separated from the other ranch hands, Lennie and George are likewise kept apart, and Candy watches out for them just like he does for his dog. Additionally, Candy and his dog both feel powerless. Candy is an elderly man who can no longer perform the demanding work needed on the ranch. His dog is also getting older and is unable to perform the tasks he once could. Candy and his dog both have a sense of helplessness, and Candy can identify with George and Lennie's financial hardships as he observes them. Additionally, Candy and his dog both feel powerless. Candy is an elderly man who can no longer perform the demanding work needed on the ranch. His dog is also getting older and is unable to perform the tasks he once could. Candy and his dog

both have a sense of helplessness, and Candy can identify with George and Lennie's financial hardships as he observes them.

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