Slim has the Puppy that Lennie Wants, that George Promised him to replace the dead mouse.
a dog/puppy
Slim gives Lennie one of his puppies
Lennie wants George to ask Slim if he thinks there are any puppies available for him to have. Lennie has a strong desire for a puppy to take care of and play with.
Slim gives Lennie a puppy as a gift. This is important to Lennie because it provides companionship and a sense of responsibility, helping him feel loved and needed. The puppy also serves as a symbol of the innocence and vulnerability that Lennie possesses.
Slim has given Lennie one of his new puppies at the beginning of the chapter. Slim thought Lennie would appreciate having a puppy of his own to take care of.
In chapter 3 of "Of Mice and Men," Slim shows kindness to Lennie by offering him one of his puppies. This gesture demonstrates Slim's understanding and compassion towards Lennie's simple desires and need for companionship.
When george asks slim about just trying to catch Lennie instead of killing him, what advice does slim give george
George gets angry when Slim calls Lennie a cuckoo, and defends him. He tells Slim that everyone on the farm is not smart if they do not own the land.
A puppy
Slim found it funny how George was always bossing Lennie around, even though Lennie was much bigger and stronger than George. Slim also found their friendship unusual and admirable in a world where most men were isolated and looking out only for themselves.
Slim gives one of the puppies to Lennie because he notices how much Lennie likes the puppy. He also comments on the bond between George and Lennie, saying that they are different from the other ranch workers. This interaction highlights Slim's understanding and kindness towards Lennie and George.
After Carlson talks to Slim, Lennie becomes interested in the idea of owning a puppy like Slim's. He admires Slim's relationship with his dog and wishes to have a similar companionship with a puppy of his own.
Lennie gets excited because Slim and Carlson are discussing getting a puppy for Slim's dog, which Lennie sees as an opportunity to have a pet of his own and take care of something small and gentle. This sparks his desire for companionship and responsibility.