Of Mice and Men Vocabulary

What is a 'Stetson hat' known for?

• Musical performances

• Agricultural work

• Formal events

• Cowboy culture

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is a 'jerkline skinner' responsible for leading?

• Cows

• Horses

• Mules

• Sheep

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does 'talcum powder' resemble in texture?

• Sand

• Water

• Baby powder

• Flour

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is a 'cultivator' used for in farming?

• Harvesting crops

• Irrigating fields

• Weeding gardens

• Stirring and softening soil

What does a 'cesspool' typically contain?

• Clean water

• Rocks and minerals

• Fertilizers

• Drainage or sewage

What is a 'bindle' commonly associated with?

• Cooking

• Traveling

• Gardening

• Painting

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is a 'swamper' primarily known as?

• A type of animal

• A type of plant

• A general assistant

• A body of water

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What is an 'apple box' commonly used for?

• Gardening

• Transportation

• Storage

• Musical performances

What is 'liniment' typically used for?

• Cooking

• Cleaning

• Pain relief

• Transportation

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the term 'scourges' refer to?

• A type of food

• A widespread affliction

• A musical instrument

• A type of clothing

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4