Of Mice and Men: Chapter 5 Review

What event marks the beginning of Chapter 5 in "Of Mice & Men"?

• Lennie accidentally kills a puppy.

• George and Lennie plan their future.

• Curley confronts Lennie.

• Candy discovers the dead puppy.

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Why does Lennie become upset after the incident with the puppy?

• He fears George will be angry and not let him tend the rabbits.

• He is worried about Curley's reaction.

• He is afraid of being caught by the boss.

• He feels guilty for hurting the puppy.

What is Curley's wife's motivation for entering the barn in Chapter 5?

• She is looking for Curley.

• She wants to talk to someone because she is lonely.

• She is searching for her lost puppy.

• She wants to check on the horses.

What does Curley's wife reveal about her past during her conversation with Lennie?

• She used to be a school teacher.

• She had dreams of becoming a movie star.

• She was once married to another man.

• She wanted to be a singer.

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How does Lennie react when Curley's wife allows him to touch her hair?

• He gently strokes it and then stops.

• He becomes rough and panics when she protests.

• He immediately pulls away.

• He calls for George.

What is the significance of Curley's wife's dialogue about her dreams?

• It highlights her dissatisfaction with her current life.

• It shows her love for Curley.

• It reveals her fear of the other men.

• It indicates her desire to leave the ranch.

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What does Lennie do after Curley's wife starts to scream?

• He runs away immediately.

• He covers her mouth and accidentally kills her.

• He calls for George.

• He hides in the barn.

What is the immediate reaction of the men when they discover Curley's wife's body?

• They call the police.

• They decide to search for Lennie.

• They blame George for the incident.

• They try to hide the body.

How does George's decision to let Lennie escape reflect his character?

• It shows his lack of responsibility.

• It demonstrates his loyalty and compassion for Lennie.

• It indicates his fear of Curley.

• It reveals his desire to leave the ranch.

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What does Candy's reaction to the death of Curley's wife reveal about his character?

• He is indifferent to her death.

• He is more concerned about the loss of their dream.

• He is angry at Lennie for ruining everything.

• He is sympathetic towards Curley's wife.

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