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“Of Mice and Men”

“Of Mice and Men”. Reading Comprehension Worksheet. Instructions. This work will be graded using state standards, in which you are graded on a scale of 1-6, four and above being a passing score.

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“Of Mice and Men”

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  1. “Of Mice and Men” Reading Comprehension Worksheet

  2. Instructions This work will be graded using state standards, in which you are graded on a scale of 1-6, four and above being a passing score. So that you know what is expected of you, this worksheet for the first chapter we will do as a class. An easy A—enjoy!

  3. 1. Timeline They talk about the plan once they reach the farm Lennie and George arrive at the riverbank to camp George gets mad, rages at Lennie George feels guilty—they talk about their plan to buy their own farm and be “free” George realizes Lennie has a mouse in his pocket, throws it away Lennie gets wood, finds his mouse again—but George throws it away

  4. 2. If you were trying to explain this selection to someone who had not read it… Make sure to include: • Main characters, brief description (George: small, smarter, gets angry with Lennie but feels guilty about it. Lennie: huge, mentally slow, likes to touch soft things) • Where are they? Why are they there? • Where are they planning to go tomorrow? • What is their big “life” plan? (What do they want to eventually buy?)

  5. 3. Attitudes/Thoughts/Feelings in each man’s mind? (Remember that you can use pictures and words…) George: • Anger at Lennie for getting them in trouble at their last job (touching the girls dress) • Frustration at how his life is wrapped around ALWAYS taking care of Lennie • Concern that Lennie will talk tomorrow, and lose them their job • Guilt that he was mean to Lennie • Daydreaming about owning his own farm some day

  6. Lennie: • Rabbits! I want to take care of rabbits! • Mice! I want a fresh one like George promised! • Why do the animals die when I pet them? • I’m scared when George gets mad. • I’m sorry I made George mad. • “I ain’tgonna say a word, I ain’tgonna say a word…” • I like beans with ketchup.

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  8. 5. Select two images, and explain why the author used them. (One has been done for you—do the second image independently.) First image: _A_ Explanation: This line conveys important information about the two main characters. It shows the reader that even in situations when they could be “equal,” Lennie is always following George. This shows that clearly Lennie is not mentally capable of much, and will always be a follower.

  9. 6. Characterize the relationship between George and Lennie, supported with examples. Be sure to include: • Who is in charge? (provide evidence of this—a line from the book, or behavior example, etc.) • How does George feel about Lennie? (provide evidence!) • How does Lennie feel about George? (provide evidence!) • How contented is each man with their life? What does their contentment/discontent have to do with each other?

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