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While telling the story in "Of Mice and Men," George often reminisces about their shared dream of owning a piece of land. This dream serves as motivation and comfort for both George and Lennie as they face the challenges of their current situation.
George realizes that after Lennie's actions, their dream of owning a farm is no longer feasible. Lennie's actions have consequences, and George understands that he must prioritize their safety and well-being over the dream they had. He knows that they can no longer escape and must face the repercussions of Lennie's actions.
George Milton's dream is to own a farm
Until the child starts to dream
Until the child starts to dream
John is sharing his dream with the giver.
age three
age three
Lennie falls into temptation through his love for soft things, which leads him to accidentally kill and harm animals without understanding the consequences of his actions. George falls into temptation by allowing himself to dream of a better life with Lennie, even though he knows the likelihood of achieving this dream is slim. Both characters struggle with their desires and ultimately face tragic consequences.
George and Lennie shared a dream of owning their own piece of land and living off the land, free from the hardships of the migrant worker life they were leading. They envisioned a place where they could live self-sufficiently and be their own bosses.
George returns to the murder scene to confront the reality of what has happened and to take responsibility for his role in Lennie's death. He also wants to understand the consequences of their actions and come to terms with the tragic outcome of their dream.
Jonas felt conflicted and frustrated about being prohibited from dream telling. He believed it was unfair and limiting to his individuality and freedom of expression. At the same time, he understood the rules and wanted to follow them to avoid risking his status in the community.