What is Steinbeck's purpose for crooks?

Answer 1

Crooks is a proud, embittered man - a victim of racism. The scene that takes place in his room illustrates several tendencies in the novel. For one thing, Lennie is able to win Crooks over despite (or, actually, by virtue of) his opacity; this allows the reader to see Lennie's appeal as a nonjudgmental, faithful companion. Also, when Crooks rouses Lennie's anger, we see more evidence of the dangerous rage that lurks beneath Lennie's placid exterior. Finally, the appearance of Candy allows Steinbeck to stage a sort of socialist fantasy, in which the downtrodden, disabled members of the farm contemplate a mild "uprising" of sorts. The appearance of Curley's wife, though, returns these men to the direness of their social situation. Thus the chapter functions almost as a microcosm for the novel as a whole, as we move from hope to hopelessness, with Curley's wife as a catalyst for trouble.

Answer 2

Crooks has his own room as he is a black man therefore he cannot share it with the other guys. Also no-one really talks to him or treats him with respect, we see this when he tells Lennie to leave his room. also he has possessions which he calls his own.

Answer 3

John Steinbeck's purpose for including the character of Crooks in "Of Mice and Men" is to highlight the pervasive racism and segregation faced by African Americans during the Great Depression. Through Crooks, Steinbeck exposes the harsh reality of discrimination and loneliness faced by marginalized groups in society. Crooks also serves as a symbol of resilience and humanity in the face of systemic oppression.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

As a lonely man ..