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Lennie would likely be institutionalized because of his large size and his lack of social inhibitions or self-monitoring. George would be a drifter, without a clear sense of purpose in life other than his dream of owning a ranch some day. Lennie gives him a sense of identity. Describe book as a response to the Great Depression of the 1930s
Q7. Discuss theme of morality
Steinbeck's novel constantly questions conventional morality by showing how society misinterprets Lennie's actions as immoral, although they are not intended that way. Lennie has no malice; he is a child trapped in a man's body.
Q8. Discuss George's motives for killing Lennie
George kills Lennie to give him a death with dignity, knowing that otherwise Lennie will be killed by a lynch mob.
During the Great Depression, many small farmers lost their home in the 'Dust Bowl' and had no way of finding new jobs to sustain themselves. Many lived as migrant workers like Lennie and George, even while they dreamed of having their own place and being autonomous.
Q10. Examine concept of the ranch as a microcosm of American society.
The ranch is lead by a boss whose word is the law -- not justice. Curley has power on the ranch simply because he is the bosses' son, not because of his intelligence or ability. This demonstrates the lie of the American Dream -- those who work the hardest are not rewarded, only those who own land.
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