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Candy tells George he should have shot his dog on page 27 of John Steinbeck's novel "Of Mice and Men." But hey, who's counting? Just remember, next time you're thinking of offing your furry friend, make sure to consult the page number first.
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Why do you think candy told george he shouldve shot the dog himself?
Candy suggests that George should have shot the dog himself because he believes that it is a man's responsibility to take care of his own problems, instead of relying on others to do it for him. Candy sees George as a capable and responsible individual who should have handled the situation himself.
Who made the final decision on whether or not Candy's old dog should be shot?
The decision to shoot Candy's old dog was made by the more insensitive members of the group, George was indifferent to the decision - Candy thought it best that the dog should be shot, however, didn't want it to be as such, he only thought this due to the comments made of others from the group.
What is the relationship between candys dogs death and lennies death?
The death of Candy's dog foreshadows Lennie's death. There are lots of parallels: the dog is a faithful friend to Candy and Candy doesn't want to lose him. It's the others who urge him. He gives in when they convince him that otherwise the dog will only suffer. Later he admits to George that he should have shot the dog himself. That's what George then does to Lennie.
Who is Candy Of Mice and Men?
candy is the old swamper in of mice and men. he is the man with the stump (no hand, lost it in an accident)...but candy wants to get involved with george and lennies dream after the death of his dog, because carlson shot him all because he was too old and smelly. Candy is the man who describes the theme of ageism and loneliness..he is important because he is interested in continuing the dream with george and lennie. :)
Who shot Candy's dog?
Carlson
What does Candy represent in Of Mice and Men?
He represents Candy. The dog was old and useless as Candy will soon become. Candy's dog also represents a symbol for what happened to Lennie. Candy stated, "I ought to have shot that dog myself, Goerge. I shouldn't ought to of let no stranger shoot my dog." George uses this quote as advice about what to do with Lennie after he killed Curley's Wife. George stole Carlsons Luger so that he could be the one to shoot Lennie. As Candy said, George didn't want a stranger to get rid of his best friend. He knew he had to do it himself.
Who made the final decision on whenever or not candy's old dog should be shot?
The final decision regarding whether Candy's old dog should be shot was made by Carlson in John Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men." He argued that the dog was suffering and no longer useful, pressuring Candy to agree with the decision. Ultimately, this moment underscores themes of mercy and the harsh realities of life on the ranch.
Who shot Candies dog in of Mice and Men?
Carlson shot Candy's dog in "Of Mice and Men" because it was old and suffering. Candy allowed him to do it because he knew it was the best thing for the dog. This event foreshadows the mercy killing of Lennie that takes place later in the story.
Who is candy in mice and men?
Candy is a man, an old man who works at the ranch in the story. He has an old sheepdog which another worker says should be put to sleep (killed). Candy also becomes a friend of George and Lennie, the main characters in the play.
In 'Of Mice and Men' why does candy say he should have shot the dog not some stranger?
because candy was so close with his dog and did not want a random stranger shooting it. he will feel guilty the rest of his life for not shooting his own dog, and should have taken that responsibility. he would have done any last touches like burying the dog and saying his last "goodbyes" but carlson will just throw him to some random place and not care.Also it shows the foreshadowing that is to come when george shoots lennie himself as curley would shoot lennie if not.
How is Candy's relationship with his dog reflective of Georges relationship with Lennie?
Candy must look after his dog, just as George must take care of Lennie.
Did george washington get shot?
He was never shot.
