Lennie Small (Junior Cert English): Quizzes
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Why is Lennie's surname 'Small' considered ironic?
Why is Lennie's surname 'Small' considered ironic?
He is physically enormous
What is the central tension of Lennie's character?
What is the central tension of Lennie's character?
Strength contrasts with mental capacity
How is Lennie's relationship with George best described?
How is Lennie's relationship with George best described?
Completely dependent for survival
What does Lennie struggle to understand?
What does Lennie struggle to understand?
Social situations & consequences
What dangerous characteristic does Lennie possess?
What dangerous characteristic does Lennie possess?
Lack of awareness of his own strength
What causes Lennie's accidental violence?
What causes Lennie's accidental violence?
Desire to touch soft things
How does Lennie treat people on the ranch?
How does Lennie treat people on the ranch?
With equal kindness to everyone
How does Lennie interact with Crooks?
How does Lennie interact with Crooks?
Happy to talk despite segregation
What shows Lennie's sweet nature after George scolds him?
What shows Lennie's sweet nature after George scolds him?
He quickly recovers & smiles happily
What does Lennie's relationship with George represent in the novel?
What does Lennie's relationship with George represent in the novel?
The emotional heart of the novel
When does Lennie show aggression?
When does Lennie show aggression?
When his friendship with George is threatened
What language is used to describe Lennie when Curley attacks him?
What language is used to describe Lennie when Curley attacks him?
Animalistic language (paws, bleated)