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In Of Mice and Men who did the boss punish when George and Lennie were late?
The boss punished the stable buck, Crooks, when George and Lennie were late. Crooks was reprimanded for not completing his work in a timely manner.
Why does crooks rescind his offer to help on the farm with George Lennie and candy?
Crooks rescinds his offer to join George, Lennie, and Candy on the farm because he realizes that it was unlikely to materialize after Curley's wife threatens to have him lynched for suggesting he had a right to refuse entry into his room. Crooks also realizes he will always be seen as less than the others because of his race and decides it's safer to distance himself from the possibility of a better future.
Why is crooks suspicious of Lennie what secret does Lennie share with Crooks?
Crooks is suspicious of Lennie because he doesn't understand Lennie's mental disability and is wary of his size and strength. Lennie confides in Crooks the dream of owning a farm with George, but Crooks initially doubts the feasibility of the dream due to the racism and discrimination he has faced throughout his life.
Why does Crooks tell George that Lennie's a nice fella?
Crooks tells George that Lennie is a nice fella because he recognizes Lennie's genuine kindness and innocence. Despite Lennie's mental disability and social awkwardness, he doesn't have any malice in him and treats others with kindness. Crooks appreciates Lennie's sincerity and straightforward nature.
Why does crooks offer to work for nothing if he can live with george and Lennie?
Crooks offers to work for nothing to be included in George and Lennie's dream of owning a farm. He yearns for companionship and a sense of belonging, so he sees the opportunity to live with them as a chance for a better life and connection with others.
How does crooks torture and taunt Lennie?
Crooks begins to tease Lennie, in that he begins to upset him by telling him that George might not come back. This upsets Lennie because George is the only person he has, and also Lennie feels secure with George by his side. Crooks also teases Lennie due to the racism evident in society during that period. Lennie presents himself as a vulnerable character before Crooks and so he pounces at the opportunity to upset someone else.
Why does Crooks force Lennie to imagine life without George?
Crooks forces Lennie to imagine life without George to make him realize the significance of their friendship and how much he relies on George for companionship and guidance. Crooks wants Lennie to understand the possibility of being alone and helpless, hoping to evoke a sense of fear and vulnerability in Lennie. By doing so, Crooks is trying to make Lennie appreciate the bond and support he shares with George.
Why does crooks makes Lennie believe that george will not come back for him?
Lennie is one of the few people that Crooks has power over. Lennie had just trespassed in Crook's room. Crooks is teasing Lennie, because he knows that Lennie depends on George to make every decision for him. When Lennie thinks this is true, he gets really worried. Because he is gulible, he believes him so easily.
Why does crooks make Lennie believe george will not come back for him?
Lennie is one of the few people that Crooks has power over. Lennie had just trespassed in Crook's room. Crooks is teasing Lennie, because he knows that Lennie depends on George to make every decision for him. When Lennie thinks this is true, he gets really worried. Because he is gulible, he believes him so easily.
What does crooks say will happen to george and Lennie if they don't come back?
Crooks tells Lennie that if George doesn't return, Lennie will be sent to an asylum or locked up because he is too "dumb" to take care of himself.
What does george say about candy and Lennie visiting with crooks?
George expresses concern about Candy and Lennie visiting Crooks, the African American stable hand, because he knows that Crooks is often lonely and isolated due to his race. George worries that Crooks may not be welcoming to the two men, leading to potential conflict or misunderstandings.
In 'Of Mice and Men' chapter four why does crooks taunt Lennie about george going to town?
Crooks taunts Lennie about George going to town to make him feel insecure and isolated. He knows that Lennie relies on George for guidance and feels vulnerable without him, so Crooks uses this information to get under Lennie's skin and assert his power in the situation.
