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What happened to Candys dog in Of Mice and Men?
He was shot. One of the guys who stayed in the house convinced Candy to let him put the dog out of his misery. Candy later regretted not taking the responsibily himself.
What are candys reasons for not shooting the dog from mice and men?
Candy doesn't want to shoot his old dog because he has had the dog since it was a puppy and they have grown old together. Candy is emotionally attached to the dog and can't bring himself to end its life, even though he knows it is suffering and needs to be put out of its misery.
Im Of Mice and Men What happens to Candy so that he feels he must work on the ranch forever?
Candy's dog is shot and killed because it is old and no longer useful, similar to Candy himself who is also aging and feeling useless. This event makes Candy feel afraid that he will also be cast aside if he becomes too old or unable to work, so he decides to work on the ranch for as long as he can to have a sense of security and belonging.
What about candys dog?
i think you are talking about 'of mice and men' and if so candy is told that his dog should be shot at the back of its neck to give it no harm but to get rid of it.
What comparison does Candy make to himself when Carlson shoots his dog?
Candy compares himself to his old dog that was shot by Carlson, expressing fear of becoming useless and unwanted like his dog. He sees himself doomed to a similar fate of loneliness and disposability once he is no longer able to work on the ranch.
What is carlsons problem and what does he tell candy to do?
Carlson's problem is that he dislikes Candy's old and smelly dog, claiming it is of no use since it is old and sick. He tells Candy that he should put the dog out of its misery by shooting it.
Why does Carlson suggest killing candys old dog and what does this suggest about him?
Carlson suggests killing Candy's old dog because he believes it is suffering and no longer serves a useful purpose. This suggests that he values practicality and efficiency over sentimentality or compassion for others. It also reveals a lack of empathy and understanding towards Candy's attachment to his dog.
What are carlsons reasons for shooting the dog verses candys reasons for wanting to shoot the dog?
Carlson wants to shoot the dog because he views it as old, suffering, and no longer useful. He believes it would be more humane to put the dog out of its misery. Candy, on the other hand, feels a bond with the dog and is attached to it despite its condition. He wants to shoot the dog himself as a final act of kindness and loyalty.
Who makes the final decision on whether or not Candys old dog should be shot in of mice and men?
Carlson makes the final decision to shoot Candy's old dog in "Of Mice and Men." He argues that the dog is suffering and that it would be more merciful to put it out of its misery. Candy eventually agrees to let Carlson shoot the dog.
What does Candy regret after his dog is shot?
Candy regrets not having intervened to stop the other men from wanting to shoot his dog instead of letting them do it. He also regrets not having euthanized his dog himself to prevent it from suffering a painful death at the hands of others.
What comparison does Slim draw between himself and the old dog?
Slim say's that he would want someone to shoot him if he was old and cripple like Candy's dog.
Why does Carlson insist on shooting Candys dog?
Carlson insists on shooting Candy's dog because he believes the dog is old, suffering, and no longer useful. He sees it as an act of mercy to put the dog out of its misery, and he doesn't understand Candy's emotional attachment to his companion.
