Of Mice and Men Chapters 4 - 6 Quick Review

What is significant about the imagery Steinbeck uses in the opening paragraphs of the final chapter?

• The way it refers back to the opening of the novel shows the cyclical nature of life and shows the tragic inevitability of the novels ending.

• It shows the tranquility of nature and have everything is perfect without people.

• It shows the chaos in Lennie's mind

• It shows how the time has changed and now it is later on.

Describe the character of Curley's wife in Chapter 5.

• mean and aggressive

• shy and introverted

• naive and lonely

• happy and content

What is the significance of the dead puppy in Chapter 5?

• Serves as a metaphor for the George's inner struggles.

• Symbolizes loss of innocence and harsh realities of life.

• Represents a happy ending for the main character.

• Foreshadows a tragic event later in the story.

Consider the way the barn is presented as so peaceful Chapter 5, why might it be shown this way?

• Symbolise love and affection

• Symbolise isolation and loneliness

• Symbolise freedom and independence

• Symbolise security and isolation

What theme is explored in Chapter 5 of Of Mice and Men?

• love

• friendship

• loneliness

• adventure

What sound is often refered to in Chapter 4?

• The clanging of chains

• Men's shouts

• The sound of music

• Lennie snorting

What is the relationship between Lennie and Curley's wife in Chapter 5?

• They are close friends.

• They are distant relatives.

• They are siblings.

• They have a brief interaction.

Discuss the character of Crooks in Chapter 5.

• Crooks is a major character who is loved by everyone.

• Crooks is a minor character who represents wealth and success.

• Crooks is a minor character who represents loneliness and discrimination.

• Crooks is a minor character who is not affected by discrimination.

What does the death of Curley's wife symbolize in Chapter 5?

• Loss of innocence and harsh reality

• Hope and redemption

• Betrayal and deceit

• Loneliness and isolation

How does the theme of loneliness manifest in Chapter 5?

• Through Curley's Wife's isolation and longing for companionship.

• Through Lennie's indifference towards others.

• Through Curley's Wife's busy social life.

• Through Curley's Wife's soft hair.