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Show how candy's comments to crooks and Lennie relate the dream of the land to Steinbeck theme of economic exploitation?
In Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men," Lennie, Candy and Crooks are men, who due to their education, class and poverty are doomed to toil in economic servitude for life. The dream of the land allows Candy to escape the economic exploitation of the ranch, and dream for a moment that the possibility of escape exists. He is so protective of that dream that he is even momentarily able to transfer some of his belief and enthusiasm to the disbelieving Crooks.
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When Steinbeck tells us that Lennie likes to pet things he is using the technique of?
Steinbeck is using the literary technique of characterization to show Lennie's gentle nature and love of soft things. Through Lennie's actions, Steinbeck gives readers insight into his personality and traits.
Why would Steinbeck compare Lennie to a bear dragging his paws?
Steinbeck compares Lennie to a bear dragging his paws to emphasize Lennie's physical strength and awkward movement. This comparison highlights Lennie's large and powerful body, as well as his tendency to be clumsy and slow in his actions, similar to how a bear might move.
What was Lennie accused of?
Lennie was accused of accidentally killing Curley's wife by breaking her neck in the novella "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck.
What river did Lennie die next to in of mice and men?
Lennie died next to the Salinas River in "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck.
What animal did lennie kill in Of Mice and Men?
Mice, rabbits, dogs
What do Steinbeck's first descriptions of George and Lennie tell us about their characters?
What suggests that Lennie has the mind of a child
How does Steinbeck describe Lennie and george?
George is small and quick and dark of face..... Lennie is a man of tremendous size, has the mind of a yound child.
Who did they send to get the sheriff in mice of men?
They sent Carlson to get the sheriff in "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck after Lennie accidentally killed Curley's wife.
Why does Steinbeck describe the actions of lennie's hands?
Steinbeck describes Lennie's hands as a way to show his physical strength and lack of control. It serves to highlight Lennie's instinctual behavior and his tendency to unintentionally harm others due to his limited understanding and mental capacity. These descriptions help to emphasize Lennie's characterization as someone who is both gentle and dangerous.
What does Steinbeck reaveal about lennies relationship with george?
Steinbeck reveals that Lennie and George have a deep bond based on friendship and loyalty. Despite their differences, they both rely on each other for companionship and support. Lennie looks up to George as a protector and guide, while George cares for Lennie like a younger brother.
How does Steinbeck give dignity to Lennie?
He compares Lennie to a bear by referring to his big paws. He describes Lennie drinking from the river like a horse. When Lennie kills the puppy, he circles nerviously like a terrier.
What explanation is given to Lennie?
In the book, when George and Lennie enter the ranch for the first time George has to cover for Lennie by claiming that he was kicked in the head by horse as a kid. After that though, Lennie asks why he lied. Other than that, Steinbeck never writes the name. You can Google it. :)
