Of Mice And Men (First Half)

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Of Mice And Men (First Half) - Quiz


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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What would Aunt Clara always give to Lennie when he was little?

    • A.

      Chocolate

    • B.

      Spankings

    • C.

      Mice

    • D.

      Lemon Drops

    Correct Answer
    C. Mice
    Explanation
    Aunt Clara would always give Lennie mice when he was little. This suggests that Lennie had a fondness for mice or perhaps Aunt Clara thought they would make good companions for him. It could also imply that Aunt Clara wanted to encourage Lennie's nurturing side or teach him responsibility by caring for the mice.

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  • 2. 

    What dream are George and Lennie working toward?

    • A.

      Making enoguh money to leave the country

    • B.

      Both want to find wives and settle down

    • C.

      Owning their own cattle ranch

    • D.

      Buying a piece of land all their own with rabbits

    Correct Answer
    D. Buying a piece of land all their own with rabbits
    Explanation
    George and Lennie are working toward buying a piece of land all their own with rabbits. This dream is mentioned multiple times throughout the novel "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck. They envision a place where they can live off the land, be their own bosses, and have the freedom to do as they please. Lennie especially is drawn to the idea of tending to the rabbits and taking care of them. This dream represents their longing for stability, independence, and a sense of belonging in a world that often feels harsh and unforgiving.

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  • 3. 

    This novel is set in the state of ________________________________during _____________________.

    Correct Answer
    1. California 2. The great depression, the 1930's, pre WWI, the Dust Bowl
    Explanation
    This novel is set in California during the Great Depression, which took place in the 1930s. The Great Depression was a time of economic hardship and widespread poverty in the United States, and California was particularly affected by the economic downturn. The mention of the Dust Bowl also suggests that the novel takes place during this time period, as the Dust Bowl was a severe drought and dust storm that occurred in the 1930s and affected agricultural regions in the Midwest and Great Plains, including California.

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  • 4. 

    The title of this novel is an example of

    • A.

      Allusion

    • B.

      Understatement

    • C.

      Allegory

    • D.

      Parallelism

    Correct Answer
    A. Allusion
    Explanation
    The title of a novel can often be an example of allusion, which refers to a reference or mention of a person, event, or piece of literature that is not directly stated. In this case, the title of the novel is likely referencing or alluding to something outside of the story itself, perhaps drawing upon a well-known phrase, historical event, or another work of literature. This use of allusion in the title can provide readers with a deeper understanding or connection to the themes or ideas explored in the novel.

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  • 5. 

    The following is a quote from John Steinbeck: "The best laid schemes of mice and men often go awry".

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    This is a modern interpretation of a Robert Burns quote.

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  • 6. 

    How does this novel portray the American Dream?

  • 7. 

    Make a connection from this text to eitherText to TextText to SelfText to World

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