Questions and Answers
Why does George say Lennie will want to sleep in the barn that Friday night?
Lennie will want to sleep with the puppy Slim has said Lennie can have when it is weaned.
According to George, how did he end up traveling with Lennie?
He and Lennie are both from Auburn, and when Aunt Clara died, Lennie came along to work.
What happened that made George stop playing dirty tricks on Lennie?
George told Lennie to jump into a river, and Lennie did not know how to swim. George saved him, and Lennie was thankful.
Why did George and Lennie have to flee from Weed?
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Who makes the final decision on whether or not Candy's old dog should be shot?
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What is significant about the letter Whit reads from the Western magazine?
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Why does George agree to let Candy come with them to their dream farm?
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Why does Curley attack Lennie in the bunk house?
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Why does Curley agree not to get Lennie fired for crushing his hand?
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What punishment does Lennie fear he will get for hurting Curley?
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Study Notes
George and Lennie's Relationship
- George explains that Lennie plans to sleep in the barn with a puppy Slim promised him once it's weaned.
- They both hail from Auburn; George knew Lennie's Aunt Clara, who raised him. After her death, Lennie started traveling and working with George.
George's Pranks on Lennie
- George ceased playing tricks on Lennie after a dangerous incident involving water. He told Lennie to jump into a river, leading to a near-drowning. Lennie was grateful for George's rescue instead of being angry.
Trouble in Weed
- George and Lennie fled from Weed after an incident where Lennie tried to feel a girl's dress. This misunderstanding led the girl to believe he was attacking her.
Candy's Dog
- Carlson persistently convinces Candy to allow him to put his old dog out of its misery, indicating a harsh perspective on the value of life on the ranch.
Whit and the Western Magazine
- Whit reads a letter from a Western magazine written by Bill Tenner, a former ranch hand. This serves as a reminder of the transient nature of ranch life and connections.
Candy's Involvement in the Dream
- George permits Candy to join them in their dream of owning a farm, motivated by Candy's financial contribution which helps make the dream more feasible.
Curley's Attack on Lennie
- Curley attacks Lennie, mistakenly believing that Lennie is mocking him out of enjoyment from Candy’s taunts regarding Curley's vanity about his hand.
Curley's Agreement with George
- Curley chooses not to pursue Lennie for crushing his hand to avoid public humiliation. Slim warns Curley that exposing the incident would make him a laughing stock.
Lennie's Fears
- Lennie worries that hurting Curley may lead to him missing out on tending the rabbits, a dream he cherishes and associates with behaving well in George's eyes.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 3 of 'Of Mice and Men' with this quiz. Explore key events and character relationships as George and Lennie's story unfolds. Perfect for students studying Steinbeck's classic novel.
