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Name: ____________________ English 1

Ms. Cykiert & Mr. Litchfield 2018/2019

Of Mice and Men


Chapter 3
Notes: In the boxes below, take notes on setting, conflict, and theme that we will
encounter in the book. You may include textual evidence and direct quotes as well as
your own impressions.

Setting:
Describe the mood in the bunkhouse. Cite evidence.
Beginning: (pages 38-42)

Middle Part A: (pages 43-49)

Middle Part B: (pages 50-61)

End: (pages 62-65)

Conflict:
What is the most significant conflict that occurs in this chapter? Explain.

Theme:
Dreams of a better life can make a difficult life more bearable.
How does George and Lennie’s dream change in this chapter?

Short Answer: Answer each prompt using complete sentences. Provide evidence
to support your answers whenever possible.

1. What secret does George tell Slim about Lennie?

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2. Describe the mood in the bunkhouse just before Candy’s dog is shot.

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3. Why is Candy concerned about his future on the ranch? What offer does he make
George?
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4. What misunderstanding causes the fight between Lennie and Curley?

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5. How does Slim protect George and Lennie after the fight?

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6. Do you think George and Lennie’s dream will come true? Why or why not?
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