Thursday, Jan. 7

Complete the assignment below and then read chapter 5 on your own. We will read Chapter 6 together in class.

Assignment:
Answer each question thoroughly:

•  using a topic sentence to make a claim,
•  back that answer up with reference to the text,
•  and provide reasoning as to why your support is valid.

 

1. Examine and explain the power dynamics of this scene between Curley’s wife, Crooks, and Lennie. Who is in charge? When and why do they have control over the others
   
2. How are these three characters alike?
   
3. How might you apply the following quote to chapter 4: “Man himself has become our greatest hazard… and our only hope.”