'Of Mice and Men' context

1.     What are the key themes of ‘Of Mice and Men’?

1.     Since its publication in 1937, ‘Of Mice and Men’ has faced multiple bans. What are some reasons for these bans?

1.     What is the setting of ‘Of Mice and Men’ in terms of both time and place?

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'Of Mice and Men' comes in which place in Steinbeck's Dust Bowl trilogy?

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1.     What were the two major historical events that affected California during the 1930s?

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1.     How did these events impact the job market in California?

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1.     What were the living conditions like for itinerant workers during this time?

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1.     How did greedy landowners take advantage of the desperate situation created by the economic hardships in California?

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1.     How did Steinbeck's personal experiences influence his ability to write about the lives of migrant workers?

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1.     Who was Ed Ricketts, and how did his death impact John Steinbeck?

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