Chapter 2 OF MICE AND MEN

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What does Slim's puppies symbolize in the context of migrant workers?

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Slim's puppies symbolize the tough sacrifices and decisions migrant workers must make to survive on limited resources.

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What literary device is represented by Lennie's dialogue about wanting to leave the bunkhouse?

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Foreshadowing.

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Describe Candy's dog in 'Of Mice and Men'.

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Candy's dog is very old, smelly, mostly blind, and without teeth.

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What warning does George give to Lennie regarding Curley?

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George warns Lennie to stay away from Curley and instructs him to hide in the brush if he gets into trouble.

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What is the purpose of the story George invents about his relationship with Lennie?

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George is trying to conceal the truth about Lennie's condition while providing a story that satisfies the boss.

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What does the term 'migrant worker' refer to?

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A migrant worker is a person who moves from one place to another, often in search of work, particularly in agriculture.

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What is foreshadowing in literature?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What does characterization mean?

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Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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What is the significance of Curley's wife in the story?

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Curley's wife represents the loneliness and isolation experienced by women in a male-dominated society.

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What does the term 'symbolism' mean in literature?

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.