Chapter Questions

What does George often do for Lennie?

• He teaches him how to read.

• He protects him from trouble.

• He shares his food with him.

• He plays games with him.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Lennie react when George talks about their dream of owning a farm?

• He becomes angry.

• He forgets it immediately.

• He gets excited and enthusiastic.

• He doubts George’s intentions.

The setting of the novel is primarily focused on:

• The city of Soledad.

• A ranch in California.

• A small town in Texas.

• A farm in the Midwest.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is Curley’s attitude towards the other workers on the ranch?

• He is friendly and welcoming.

• He is disdainful and aggressive.

• He is indifferent and uninterested.

• He is respectful and supportive.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Curley’s wife symbolize in the story?

• Independence and freedom.

• Loneliness and isolation.

• Strength and resilience.

• Love and companionship.

What does Candy fear will happen to him as he ages?

• He will lose his job.

• He will lose his friendships.

• He will become ill.

• He will be alone and useless.

Why does Lennie crush Curley’s hand?

• He was ordered to do so.

• He misunderstood a command.

• He wanted to impress George.

• He was told to defend himself.

What do George and Lennie’s dream of owning a farm represent?

• The harsh realities of their lives.

• The importance of friendship.

• The desire for a better future.

• The inevitability of failure.

Who is the owner of the "ancient" dog?

• Candy

• Slim

• Carlson

• Curley's Wife

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1