John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men - Chapters 5-6 Summary

The video summarizes chapters 5 and 6 of 'Of Mice and Men' by John Steinbeck. It begins with Lennie in the barn, accidentally killing a puppy. Curley's wife enters, seeking companionship, but a tragic accident occurs when Lennie unintentionally kills her. Lennie flees, and the ranch workers discover the body. George finds Lennie by the river, where he makes a difficult decision to protect his friend from a harsher fate. The video concludes with a reflection on the moral complexities of the story.

What does Lennie do with the dead puppy when he hears someone entering the barn?

• He leaves it in plain sight.

• He buries it outside.

• He hides it in the hay.

• He throws it away.

Why does Curley's wife talk to Lennie in the barn?

• She wants to scold him.

• She needs help with a task.

• She feels lonely and wants to talk.

• She is looking for Curley.

What does Lennie do when Curley's wife starts to struggle?

• He lets her go immediately.

• He calls for George.

• He panics and tries to silence her.

• He runs away.

Who is the first to find Curley's wife's body?

• George

• Slim

• Carlson

• Candy

What does George hope for Lennie after the incident?

• That Lennie will escape.

• That Lennie will be forgiven by Curley.

• That Lennie will get a fair trial.

• That Lennie won't suffer.

Where does Lennie wait for George after fleeing the barn?

• In the mountains.

• At the ranch.

• By the Salinas River.

• In the barn.

What is George's final act towards Lennie?

• He turns Lennie over to the authorities.

• He shoots Lennie to spare him from the mob.

• He hides Lennie in the barn.

• He helps Lennie escape.