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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Lennie and George get run out of the last town they worked in prior to Chapter 1?
(a) Because they needed new work.
(b) Because Lennie scared a girl.
(c) Because George stole something.
(d) Because they robbed a bank.

2. In Chapter 3, who repeats the comment that Lennie is not bright, but is a good worker?
(a) Candy.
(b) Carlson.
(c) Curley.
(d) Slim.

3. What is George carrying for Lennie in Chapter 1?
(a) A rat.
(b) His work card.
(c) A bottle of water.
(d) A puppy.

4. Who is a stocky man who wears blue jeans and a flannel shirt?
(a) George.
(b) Carlson.
(c) The boss.
(d) Lennie.

5. Who hopes George and Lennie are placed on his barley bucking team?
(a) Curley.
(b) Carlson.
(c) Candy.
(d) Slim.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Lennie holding as he walks in Chapter 1?

2. What is George doing throughout the scene in Chapter 2?

3. Why is Lennie not smart, according to George?

4. Who is not bright, but is a good worker?

5. What does Crooks do when Candy comes into his room at the end of Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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