Exploring Chapter 4 of Of Mice and Men

The transcript describes a scene in Crooks' room, where Lennie visits and they discuss themes of isolation and dreams. Curley's wife enters, causing tension, and the men eventually leave. The narrative explores the loneliness and aspirations of the characters.

What does Crooks use to mend harnesses?

• Curved knives and needles

• A hammer and nails

• Glue and patches

• Staples and screws

Why does Crooks have more possessions than other men?

• He steals them

• He is wealthier

• He finds them

• He is more permanent

What reason does Crooks give for not being allowed in the bunkhouse?

• Because he doesn't play cards

• Because he is black

• Because he is a stable buck

• Because he is too old

What does Lenny want to tend on the farm he dreams of with George?

• Rabbits

• Horses

• Chickens

• Cows

Why does Crooks initially allow Lenny into his room?

• Because he likes Lenny

• Because he is lonely

• Because Lenny insists

• Because George sent Lenny

What does Crooks say about men with dreams of owning land?

• They are wealthy

• They are smarter than others

• They usually succeed

• They never achieve them

How does Curley's wife threaten Crooks?

• By physical violence

• By telling Curley

• By getting him fired

• By getting him lynched

What does Curley's wife say about her life?

• She had dreams of being in movies

• She is happy with Curley

• She wants to leave the ranch

• She regrets her marriage

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What does Crooks retract after Curley's wife leaves?

• His offer to work for free

• His anger towards Lenny

• His story about his childhood

• His interest in the dream farm

What does Candy claim about their dream after Curley's wife leaves?

• It's closer than ever

• It's already happening

• It's impossible

• It's just a dream