In the book Of Mice and Men, when Curley's wife finds out that Curley injured his hand when arguing with Lenny, she was glad that someone injured him. She was glad because, Curley treated her like an prostitute and didn't gave her much attention. Also, Curley was showing off in how he could knock someone out in 2 punches.
Steinbeck portrays Curley's wife as a lonely and somewhat manipulative character, seeking attention from the men on the ranch due to her unhappy marriage with Curley. She dreams of a better life and regrets her missed opportunities, ultimately leading to her tragic demise.
Curley's wife screams because Lennie touches her hair.
Curley's wife will rather be an actress in the movie.
Curley attacks Lennie out of anger and aggression, blaming him for the death of his wife. In retaliation, Lennie crushes Curley's hand, revealing his immense strength and inadvertently causing Curley significant harm.
Lennie covered Curley's wife's mouth to stop her from screaming, but unintentionally caused her death due to his lack of control and strength.
He is angry at curley's wife becuae her death means that he will not be able to get the farm with George and Lennie. He says "You done it di'n't you? S'pose you're glad . . . I could have hoed in the garden and washed dishes."
He was very upset; hearing his wife's death :'(
Slim reacted to Curley's wife's death with understanding and compassion. He consoled George and assured him that Lennie's fate was out of his hands, and he understood the difficult circumstances that led to the tragedy. Slim remained calm and supportive during this distressing moment on the ranch.
It is Candy who first discovers Curley's wife's body in the barn.
she was really upset
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Curley's wife admits to Lennie that she dislikes Curley, finding him mean and unpleasant. She reveals that she only married him because she thought she could escape her lonely life by becoming the wife of the boss's son.