Powering Through Prose: John Steinbeck, Of Mice and Men - Chapters 5-6 Summary

The video provides a plot summary of 'Of Mice and Men' by John Steinbeck, set during the Great Depression. It follows George and Lennie, two migrant workers with a dream of owning a ranch. They face challenges at a new ranch, including conflicts with Curley and his wife. Lennie's strength and lack of awareness lead to tragic events, culminating in George making a difficult decision to protect Lennie from a vengeful mob. The story explores themes of friendship, dreams, and survival in a harsh world.

What is the main dream that keeps George and Lennie motivated?

• To own a ranch

• To travel the world

• To become famous

• To find a hidden treasure

Why is Crooks treated poorly by the other ranch workers?

• Because he is not good at his job

• Because he is African-American and has a crooked back

• Because he is unfriendly

• Because he is new to the ranch

What does Lennie acquire from Slim?

• A book

• A job promotion

• A puppy

• A new hat

What causes the fight between Curley and Lennie?

• Lennie steals from Curley

• Curley thinks Lennie is laughing at him

• Curley is jealous of Lennie's strength

• Lennie insults Curley

What tragic event occurs with Curley's wife?

• She steals money from the ranch

• She gets lost in the fields

• She leaves the ranch

• She is accidentally killed by Lennie

What does George do to protect Lennie from the other men?

• He fights the other men

• He shoots Lennie to prevent him from suffering

• He sends Lennie away to another town

• He hides Lennie in the barn

What is the significance of the Salinas river in the story?

• It is where the final confrontation occurs

• It is where the ranch is located

• It is where George and Lennie first meet

• It represents a place of peace and dreams

How does Slim react to George's decision at the end?

• He leaves the ranch

• He reports George to the authorities

• He understands and supports George

• He is angry and confronts George

What does Lennie imagine before George finds him at the river?

• Traveling to a new city

• Owning a big house

• George leaving him

• His aunt Clara scolding him

What does the story suggest about friendship in a harsh world?

• True friendship is rare and challenging

• Friendship always leads to happiness

• Friendship is easy to maintain

• Friendship is not important