Of Mice and Men Chapter 5 Quiz

Questions and Answers

What happened to Lennie's puppy? What is his reaction?

Lennie's puppy died because he handled it too roughly. He's sad and he's angry.

Why is Lennie angry at the dead puppy?

He knows George is going to be mad, and he thinks George won't let him tend the rabbits.

Why did Curley's wife come to see Lennie?

Curley's wife came to see Lennie because she figured out that he crushed Curley's hand and wouldn't be afraid of Curley anymore.

When Lennie doesn't want to talk to Curley's wife, how does she react?

She gets angry. Signup and view all the answers

What did Curley's wife tell Lennie? What does she ask Lennie to do?

She told Lennie that she didn't like Curley and shared her missed opportunities. She asks him to feel her soft hair. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Lennie kill Curley's wife? How does he kill her?

He gets a little too rough and when she starts to struggle, he gets confused and holds even tighter. Her neck snaps when he shakes her. Signup and view all the answers

What was George's reaction when he found out about Curley's wife's death?

Sadness and despair. He wants to protect Lennie from getting lynched. Signup and view all the answers

What was Curley's reaction to his wife's death?

Curley was furious. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Curley blame for the murder? Why is he so angry at what had happened?

He blames Lennie. He's angry at Lennie for having broken his hand too. Signup and view all the answers

Why does George leave and then return to the scene of the crime?

He didn't want the men to think he had anything to do with it, so he left to protect Lennie. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Carlson think has stolen his Luger pistol?

He thinks that Lennie had taken it to the meeting place. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lennie's Puppy

Lennie's puppy died due to rough handling, causing him sadness and anger.
He fears George's reaction, believing it will prevent him from tending the rabbits.

Curley’s Wife Interaction

Curley's wife approaches Lennie knowing he has injured Curley, leading to potential advances.
Initially, Lennie is reluctant to engage, provoking anger from Curley’s wife.

Personal Longings

She confides in Lennie her dissatisfaction with her life choices, expressing regret over her marriage to Curley.
She invites Lennie to feel her soft hair as a way to connect.

Tragic Incident

Lennie's frustration culminates in the accidental killing of Curley’s wife when he grips her too tightly as she struggles.
In a moment of panic, he covers her mouth, leading to her neck snapping.

Reactions to the Death

George is filled with sorrow and despair, motivated to protect Lennie from possible lynching.
Curley reacts with rage, focusing his fury on Lennie, blaming him for the incident.

Blame and Anger

Curley holds Lennie responsible for the death of his wife and for previously injuring him.
His anger is compounded by feelings of personal betrayal and loss.

George's Actions

George initially distances himself from the scene to prevent suspicion, then returns to strategize on protecting Lennie.
He retrieves his hat, coat, and the Luger before rejoining the other men.

Carlson’s Suspicions

Carlson accuses Lennie of stealing his Luger pistol, suspecting he has it at their planned meeting spot.

Description

Test your understanding of Chapter 5 of 'Of Mice and Men' with these flashcards. This quiz will explore key events and character emotions, particularly focusing on Lennie's reactions to significant happenings. Enhance your grasp of the chapter's themes and character interactions.