What story does George tell Lennie in Chapter 6? What does he do while telling that story? We’ve heard this story before. How is this telling different from the first time we heard it?
When George asks Slim about just trying to catch Lennie instead of killing him, what advice does Slim give George?
What is the story behind why Lennie and George travel together? Are they typical migrant workers?
George says if he were really smart he would be doing what? What does this reveal about his character?
At this point, you should understand that Lennie is mentally handicap and George has assumed responsibility for caring for him. Imagine how difficult it would be to care for a disabled person if you were forced to keep moving from place to place in order to live. We’ve role-played this situation. Comment on your experiences there and how they connect to Lennie and George.
Why is their relationship worthwhile to each man?
As the two men approach the water, Lennie rushes to it face-first. What does this indicate about his character?
But wait, George quickly tells Lennie to stop drinking the water because he realizes that it’s not running, and that it can’t be good to drink. What does this tell us about his character?
