If the boss asks Lennie questions, he should try his best to answer truthfully and respectfully. Lennie may struggle with communication, so it's important for him to listen carefully and ask for clarification if needed. It's also helpful for Lennie to have George or another trusted friend nearby for support.
The boss suspects that George is taking advantage of Lennie by making decisions for him and speaking on his behalf. He questions the nature of their relationship and whether George is exploiting Lennie in some way.
The boss in "Of Mice and Men" is generally impatient and frustrated by Lennie's mental slowness. He sees Lennie as a hindrance to George and suspects that Lennie might be taking advantage of George. The boss ultimately questions the legitimacy of George and Lennie's relationship.
The boss was suspicious because he thought George was trying to cover up for Lennie's lack of intelligence or understanding. He may have also questioned George's control over Lennie and their relationship dynamic.
George answers all the questions directed at Lennie because Lennie has a mental disability and George acts as his caregiver, making decisions on his behalf to protect him and ensure he stays out of trouble. George also answers the questions to help Lennie navigate social interactions and to make sure others don't take advantage of him.
The boss is surprised and suspicious that why is George is answering Lennie's question. Boss thinks Lennie is not much of a talker.- KingOfAll
George answer the boss "Oh! I ain't saying he's bright. He ain't. But I say he's a god damn good worker. He can put up a four hundred pound ball".He is trying to hide the boss about Lennie's personality. Because he does't want the boss to know how stupid Lennie is.
The boss is skeptical of George and Lennie's relationship, questioning why two migrant workers would travel together rather than alone. He warns George that Lennie could be a liability and advises George to keep a close eye on him. The boss ultimately allows them to work on the ranch but keeps a watchful eye on their unconventional friendship.
In "Of Mice and Men," when the boss asks George what he is trying to put over, George explains that he is taking care of his mentally challenged friend, Lennie, who needs guidance and protection due to his disabilities. He emphasizes the importance of their dream to own a piece of land and live independently.
The boss suspects that George is trying to take advantage of Lennie by speaking for him and making decisions for him, rather than letting Lennie speak for himself. This leads the boss to question George's motives and the nature of their relationship.
The boss is suspicious of Lennie and George because migrating workers never travel together. And because during the whole dialogue George never allows Lennie to answer questions directed towards him.
The boss is suspicious of George's behavior in "Of Mice and Men" because he notices that George speaks for Lennie, which is unusual for ranch workers. This makes the boss wonder why George is so protective of Lennie and why they are traveling together as partners. George's behavior sets him apart from the other workers, leading the boss to question their relationship.
Curley's wife becomes angry and defensive when Lennie says he's not supposed to talk to her. She tries to assert her power by reminding him that she is the boss's wife and can do as she pleases. This interaction highlights her loneliness and desire for attention on the ranch.