Of Mice and Men Flashcard– Chapters 1–2

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What is personification?

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A literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Provide an example of personification from literature.

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"The wind whispered through the trees."

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Why does George tell Lennie to remember a specific place by the river?

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So Lennie can hide there in case he gets into trouble.

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What does it mean when George says Lennie is 'like a kid'?

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It means Lennie is innocent and lacks understanding.

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What theme does Curley’s aggressive behavior toward Lennie represent?

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Violence and control.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that directly refers to one thing by mentioning another, implying a comparison.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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Why is Lennie not allowed to talk when they meet the boss?

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Because he might say something foolish.

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What does the river symbolize in 'Of Mice and Men'?

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It symbolizes safety and a place of refuge for Lennie.