Of Mice and Men Essay Prompts (Periods 2 & 5)

Pick one of the following essay topics:

1. Given George and Lennie's complex relationship, explain what keeps them together.  What does each offer the other?

2. Will George continue to dream of having a home of his own and "living off the fat of the land" after Lennie's death?  Was this dream ever realistic, with or without Lennie?

3. Explain the factors that lead to George killing Lennie.  Did George have any other choice?  Defend your point of view.

4. Describe Slim's role in the community of the ranch.  What sets him apart from the others?  At the end of the novel, why does he alone understand what George has done?

5. Contrast the relationship of Curly and his wife to that of George and Lenny.  Why do both relationships end so tragically?

Requirements for the essay contest:
Essays must be at least two and no more than three double-spaced pages.

Rough drafts must be uploaded to Turnitin by Monday, January 29th.

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