OMaM Ch. 1

What does the word "drawn" mean as used in the following passage?

"Lennie knelt and looked over the fire at the angry George. And Lennie's face was drawn with terror" (11).

• colorful

• represented in an abstract way

• tense

• satisfied

Based on the information in this chapter, which conclusion can be made about why George and Lennie are looking for a new job?

• They want to earn higher pay.

• They were run out of town by their former employer.

• Their job ended, so they had to move on.

• They left in order to avoid trouble.

What effect does the third person point of view have on the chapter?

• It allows the reader to understand the feelings of George and Lennie.

• It allows the reader to sympathize with the main characters.

• It allows the reader to develop dislike towards ranch owners.

• It allows the reader to understand George's motives.

What type of animal does Lennie want to take care of when he and George fantasize about their future home?

• Puppies

• Mice

• Rabbits

• Kittens

What is Lennie hiding from George in his pocket in the beginning of the story?

• Money he took from George

• A dead mouse

• A bird he wants to keep as a pet.

• None of the above.

Where does George tell Lennie to hide if he gets in trouble?

• The brush

• The bunkhouse

• Under the bridge

• In a cave

Readers gains an early indication of Lennie's disability when...

• he admits to George that he can't read traffic signs

• readers learn about the dead mouse in his pocket

• he forgets his own name

• he talks about taking care of rabbits

What advice does George give Lennie to prepare for their interview with the ranch owner?

• Lie about his age

• Shake hands and say, "Howdy"

• Hand the ranch owner his work card

• Don't say a word until after they've worked

What do George and Lennie dream of possessing one day?

• A cat

• Living in a cave

• A little farm

• A fancy vehicle

Why is George's promise about the rabbits so important to Lennie?

• It means George trusts Lennie enough to take care of something by himself.

• It means George will leave Lennie alone and let him do what he wants.

• It means Lennie will be able to raise them for stew meat.

• It means they'll have fresh meat to sell for money.