Of Mice and Men Chapter 4

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What does Crooks offer to do on the ranch for George, Lennie, and Candy?

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Crooks offers to do odd jobs or anything they need.

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What convinces Crooks to be optimistic about George, Lennie, and Candy's plan to buy land?

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Crooks is convinced because they actually have the money to carry it out between the three of them.

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What does Lennie keep repeating when Curley's wife asks him about the bruises on his face?

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Lennie keeps repeating, 'He got his hand stuck in a machine.'

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What is the real reason Curley's wife tries to talk to all the men?

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Curley's wife is completely alienated on the ranch and just wants someone to talk to.

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How does Curley's wife insult Crooks, Candy, and Lennie?

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She points out how weak they all are.

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What is the significance of Crooks' character in Chapter 4?

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Crooks represents the theme of isolation and the struggle for dignity in a prejudiced society.

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How does Lennie's mental state affect his interactions with others?

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Lennie's mental state leads him to misunderstand social cues and respond inappropriately, causing tension.

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What does the setting of Crooks' room symbolize?

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Crooks' room symbolizes racial segregation and the loneliness experienced by marginalized individuals.

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What does Curley's wife's behavior reveal about her character?

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Curley's wife's behavior reveals her loneliness and desire for attention, highlighting her own isolation.

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How does Steinbeck use dialogue to develop characters in Chapter 4?

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Steinbeck uses dialogue to reveal the characters' backgrounds, desires, and social dynamics.