George Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the full name of the character George in ‘Of Mice and Men’?
George Milton
True or False: George is a large, strong man.
False
What is George’s relationship to Lennie?
George is Lennie’s caretaker and friend.
Fill in the blank: George often tells Lennie about their dream of owning a ______.
ranch
What does George do when Lennie gets into trouble?
He tries to protect him and often advises him on how to behave.
Multiple Choice: What is George’s primary motivation throughout the story? A) Wealth B) Friendship C) Power D) Revenge
B) Friendship
What does George often say to Lennie to calm him down?
He tells him to remember the place to go if he gets in trouble.
True or False: George has a significant amount of power over Lennie.
True
Fill in the blank: George is often described as ______ and intelligent.
small
What does George do at the beginning of the story?
He and Lennie are traveling to find work on a ranch.
Multiple Choice: How does George feel about Lennie’s mental disability? A) Embarrassed B) Angry C) Protective D) Indifferent
C) Protective
What is one of George’s most significant traits?
His loyalty to Lennie.
True or False: George eventually abandons Lennie.
False
Fill in the blank: George often dreams of a better future, which includes living off the ______.
fat of the land
What is George’s reaction to Lennie’s killing of Curley’s wife?
He is devastated and feels responsible for the situation.
Multiple Choice: What does George do at the end of the story? A) Leaves Lennie B) Kills Lennie C) Runs away D) Goes to the ranch
B) Kills Lennie
What does George tell the other ranch workers about Lennie’s death?
He lies, saying Lennie had a gun and was threatening him.
True or False: George and Lennie’s dream is ultimately fulfilled.
False
Fill in the blank: George’s life is heavily influenced by his ______ for Lennie.
responsibility
What does George often use to explain their situation to Lennie?
Stories and simple explanations.
Multiple Choice: Which character does George have a conflict with? A) Slim B) Curley C) Candy D) Crooks
B) Curley
What does George do when he first meets the ranch workers?
He introduces himself and Lennie and tries to establish their place.
True or False: George is a dreamer who often gets lost in his thoughts.
True
Fill in the blank: George’s dreams reflect his desire for ______.
freedom
