Of Mice and Men Test Review

Questions and Answers

What are George and Lennie like?

George is small and wiry; Lennie is huge and has a mental disability.

What does Lennie do with the mouse he is carrying in his pocket?

He accidentally crushes it to death petting it.

Why did they have to leave the last farm in Weeds?

Lennie wouldn't let go of a girl's pretty dress.

What does George say his life would be like without Lennie?

He'd have a girlfriend and no worries and his life would be much easier. Signup and view all the answers

When will Lennie get to tend rabbits?

When they buy themselves a farm of their own. Signup and view all the answers

When George tries not to let Lennie talk to the boss, why is the boss suspicious?

He worries that George might be taking advantage of Lennie. Signup and view all the answers

Are George and Lennie related?

False Signup and view all the answers

Who is Curley?

A vicious but weak ex-boxer who is the boss's son. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Crooks?

The black stable-hand. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Candy?

The old, one-handed swamper with the ancient dog. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Slim?

The mule driver and 'prince' of the ranch. Signup and view all the answers

What's Curley's wife like?

Young, flirtatious, pretty, and lonely. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the most respected of the work crew?

Slim who is serious and good at his work. Signup and view all the answers

Why did George stop playing tricks on Lennie years ago?

Because he nearly made Lennie drown once and felt ashamed. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Candy's old dog?

Carlson and Slim convince him to let Carlson shoot it. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Candy want to give George and Lennie his life savings?

Because he wants to join them in buying their dream farm. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Curley's hand after he beats up Lennie?

Lennie grabs his hand and crushes it. Signup and view all the answers

How does Lennie think he'll be punished?

George won't let him take care of the rabbits on their farm. Signup and view all the answers

Where in town does George go?

To a whorehouse with most of the other men. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Crooks resent the other workers?

He feels isolated due to his race and has been mistreated. Signup and view all the answers

What possibility does Crooks upset Lennie with?

He suggests that maybe George won't return from town. Signup and view all the answers

What does Curley's wife tell Crooks, Candy, and Lennie?

That she's very lonely and doesn't like Curley. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the puppy Lennie is talking to in the barn?

Lennie accidentally killed it while playing with it. Signup and view all the answers

What was Curley's wife's dream life?

To move to Hollywood and become a movie star. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Curley's wife tells Lennie to touch her hair more gently?

Lennie gets scared, suffocates her, and breaks her neck. Signup and view all the answers

What do the men decide to do when they discover the dead body?

They set out to kill Lennie. Signup and view all the answers

Where does George find Lennie?

At the riverbed where they stayed the night before going to the ranch. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Lennie imagine yelling at him?

His Aunt Clara and a giant rabbit. Signup and view all the answers

What does George say to Lennie?

Very little. Signup and view all the answers

What does George do while he describes the farm to Lennie?

He shoots him in the back of the head. Signup and view all the answers

What do Curley and Carlson have a hard time understanding?

Why George and Slim seem serious and upset. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Crooks, the stable-hand, get his name from?

From his crooked back. Signup and view all the answers

Which ranch hand has an ancient dog that gets shot?

Candy. Signup and view all the answers

Which character is a boxer and quick to pick fights with the other men?

Curley, the boss's son. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Aunt Clara?

Lennie's aunt who raised and took care of him. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character Descriptions

George: Small, wiry, practical; cares for Lennie.
Lennie: Huge, mentally disabled; lacks control over his strength.
Curley: Vicious, weak ex-boxer; the boss's son, quick to anger.
Slim: The respected mule driver, known as the "prince" of the ranch.
Candy: Old, one-handed swamper with a loyal, aging dog.
Crooks: Black stable-hand; resents isolation and discrimination.
Curley's wife: Flirtatious, lonely; seeks attention, unhappy in her marriage.

Key Plot Events

Lennie accidentally kills a mouse while petting it.
George and Lennie had to leave Weed because Lennie wouldn’t release a girl's dress.
George sees a life without Lennie as carefree but acknowledges he wouldn't truly be happy.
Lennie's dream of tending rabbits represents hope for a stable future.

Relationships

George is not related to Lennie but knew his Aunt Clara, who cared for him.
Candy offers his life savings to George and Lennie to buy a farm, hoping to join them.

Conflicts and Consequences

George tries to prevent Lennie from speaking to the boss to avoid suspicion.
Curley's aggression leads to a brutal confrontation with Lennie, resulting in Curley's crushed hand.
Curley's wife's desire for companionship ultimately leads to her tragic demise at Lennie's hands.

Themes and Symbolism

The dream of owning a farm symbolizes a longing for independence and security.
Lennie's accidental killings of small animals foreshadow his tragic actions later in the story.
Discrimination is prevalent, especially in Crooks' experiences and his interaction with the other men.

Critical Moments

Candy's dog is killed on Slim's advice, paralleling the story's themes of mercy killing and decisions about life.
Lennie's fear of punishment for his actions reflects his dependency on George for guidance and reassurance.
The climactic moment comes when George makes a heartbreaking choice to protect Lennie from a mob.

Concluding Events

When the dead body of Curley’s wife is discovered, the men immediately turn to hunt for Lennie.
George finds Lennie by the riverbed, where their journey began.
The story concludes with George shooting Lennie while recounting their dream, a moment of compassion amid tragedy.

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This quiz focuses on key themes and characters from 'Of Mice and Men' by John Steinbeck. It includes flashcards that cover important plot points and character traits, helping students review before their test. Perfect for those looking to enhance their understanding of the novel.