Of Mice and Men: Dreams and Despair Quiz
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What does George and Lennie's dream of owning a farm symbolize?

  • Hope and freedom (correct)
  • Loneliness and despair
  • Competition among workers
  • Financial struggle
  • How does Lennie interpret their dream of owning a farm?

  • As a way to gain wealth
  • As a source of entertainment
  • As a promise of safety and comfort (correct)
  • As a challenge to overcome
  • What characterizes the other ranch workers in relation to George and Lennie’s dream?

  • They are supportively involved
  • They share the same dream
  • They are indifferent to dreams
  • They are often described as lonely (correct)
  • Which character shows desperation by wanting to contribute to George and Lennie's dream?

    <p>Candy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'We'd live off the fatta the lan' signify in the context of the characters' dreams?

    <p>A sense of unity and purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Candy’s dream represent in the context of his character?

    <p>The need for companionship and belonging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which societal issue significantly impacts Curley's wife's dream?

    <p>Sexism and social constraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Crooks initially respond to Lennie's dream of the farm?

    <p>With skepticism and disillusionment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What broader theme does the analysis of dreams in Steinbeck's works emphasize?

    <p>Dreams often remain unattainable during difficult times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Curley's wife's tragic death symbolize in relation to her dreams?

    <p>The harsh reality of unfulfilled aspirations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George and Lennie's dream symbolize in the novel?

    <p>The desire for independence and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Steinbeck critique the American Dream in the novel?

    <p>By illustrating characters' aspirations being thwarted by circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant theme reflected in the novel 'Of Mice and Men'?

    <p>The disillusionment of the 1930s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the portrayal of Curley's wife's ambitions reveal about the theme of dreams?

    <p>Dreams often lead to isolation and despair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the dashed hopes of characters like Candy and Crooks illustrate in the novel?

    <p>The fragility of human aspirations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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