Candy Flashcards
(8 cards)
“S’pose I went in with you guys. Tha’s three hundred and fifty bucks I’d put in.”
Theme Dreams: This moment transforms the dream from fantasy to something that seems achievable. Candy sees this dream as his last chance at happiness, freedom, and security.
“You an’ me can get that little place, can’t we, George?“
Theme Dreams: Candy is desperate to hold on to the dream even after it’s clearly broken. His repetition and questioning show his emotional dependence on the dream for hope and survival.
“Then—it’s all off?”
Theme Dreams: This blunt, heartbreaking line marks the collapse of the dream. Candy realizes he’s back to a reality of loneliness and despair, which Steinbeck uses to show how fragile the American Dream is.
“He was the best damn sheep dog I ever seen.”
Theme Friendship: Candy’s admiration shows pride in his friend’s past — the dog mattered to him emotionally and practically.
“I had him so long. Had him since he was a pup.”
This quote reveals the depth of their bond. The dog is more than a pet — it’s Candy’s only companion, a constant in his life.
“I ought to of shot that dog myself”
Theme Friendship: This line is full of grief and guilt. Candy regrets not being there at the end, which mirrors George’s later decision to kill Lennie himself out of mercy and loyalty.
“I ain’t much good with on’y one hand.”
Theme Prejudice: This quote reveals Candy’s awareness of his own physical limitations. His disability is central to his feelings of uselessness and is a source of deep self-consciousness. It reflects the idea that, in the harsh world Steinbeck portrays, a man’s value is often tied to his physical labor.
“All I can do is wash dishes an’ cook.”
Theme Prejudice: This quote reflects the prejudiced view that people like Candy are only valuable for their ability to work. His disability, which prevents him from doing certain physical labor, places him in a lower social position, seen as less worthy.
