Period: Date: Chapter 182 Study Guide Questions 1. Identify the following people by telling something important about each one. a. Lennie __ b. George __ C. Curley __ d. Slim __ e. Carlson __ f. Candy __ g. Crooks __ 2. Why does Lennie like little mice, puppies, and rabbits? __ 3. A. When did George meet Lennie? __ B. From his actions how do you think George feels about Lennie? __ C. Why do you think George takes care of Lennie? __ 4. Describe the dream that George and Lennie share?Be specifiC. __ 5. What did Lennie do in Weed to get in trouble? __

1. a. Lennie: A physically strong but mentally disabled man who depends on George. b. George: Lennie’s caretaker and friend, burdened by responsibility but loyal. c. Curley: The boss's aggressive son, insecure and confrontational. d. Slim: A wise and kind mule driver, respected by all. e. Carlson: A practical but insensitive ranch hand. f. Candy: An aging ranch hand who dreams of a better future. g. Crooks: An isolated African-American stable hand longing for equality. 2. Lennie likes small, soft animals because they comfort him and reflect his innocence. 3. A. George met Lennie when they were younger, after Aunt Clara’s death. B. George feels frustration but deep care and loyalty toward Lennie. C. George takes care of Lennie out of responsibility, loyalty, and affection. 4. George and Lennie dream of owning a small farm to live independently and raise animals, symbolizing hope and freedom. 5. Lennie grabbed a woman’s dress in Weed, leading to accusations of assault and forcing them to flee. Explanation This problem involves analyzing and interpreting characters, themes, and events from a literary work, specifically "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck. The questions require identifying key traits of characters, understanding their motivations, and explaining the central themes of the story. Below are concise answers to each question. 1. Identify the following people by telling something important about each one: a. **Lennie**: A physically strong but mentally disabled man who depends on George for guidance and protection. b. **George**: Lennie’s caretaker and friend, who dreams of a better life but is burdened by the responsibility of looking after Lennie. c. **Curley**: The boss's aggressive and confrontational son, who is insecure about his size and often picks fights. d. **Slim**: A skilled mule driver and respected figure on the ranch, known for his wisdom and kindness. e. **Carlson**: A ranch hand who is practical and insensitive, most notably suggesting the killing of Candy's old dog. f. **Candy**: An aging ranch hand with a physical disability, who fears being useless and dreams of joining George and Lennie’s plan for a better future. g. **Crooks**: The African-American stable hand who is isolated due to his race but longs for companionship and equality. 2. Why does Lennie like little mice, puppies, and rabbits? Lennie likes small, soft animals because they provide him comfort and a sense of security. His fascination with petting them reflects his childlike innocence and desire for simple pleasures. 3. A. **When did George meet Lennie?** George met Lennie when they were younger, possibly as children or young adults, and they began traveling together after Lennie’s Aunt Clara passed away. B. **From his actions, how do you think George feels about Lennie?** George feels a mix of frustration and deep care for Lennie. While Lennie’s behavior often causes trouble, George is protective and loyal, treating Lennie like a brother or family member. C. **Why do you think George takes care of Lennie?** George takes care of Lennie out of a sense of responsibility, loyalty to Lennie’s late Aunt Clara, and genuine affection. Lennie provides George with companionship and a sense of purpose. 4. Describe the dream that George and Lennie share. Be specific. George and Lennie dream of owning a small farm where they can live independently, grow their own food, and raise animals. Lennie is particularly excited about tending to the rabbits. This dream represents hope, freedom, and a better future for them, away from the hardships of itinerant labor. 5. What did Lennie do in Weed to get in trouble? In Weed, Lennie grabbed a woman’s dress because he wanted to feel its softness. When she panicked and screamed, Lennie held on tighter out of fear, leading to accusations of assault. This incident forced George and Lennie to flee the town to avoid a mob.