Studied by 58 peopleabstruse
It is not clear what is different about Lennie, but we can assume he is not mentally-well.
badger
George constantly bothers Lennie by checking what Lennie has in his pocket.
Catharsis
For the ranch hands, getting the chance to go into town and visit a cat-house is their therapy and release from stress.
deft
Because of Lennie's size and strength, he is skillful with his physical-being.
Emulate
Lennie wants to be just like George and does everything he asks.
Giddy
Lennie is filled with excitement when he thinks of the rabbits he will get to tend.
languish
Curley's wife's dream begin to die when she chose a life of being a house-wife to Curley.
oblique
Crooks' back is not straight due to an accident earlier in life.
plight
The reader can predict early in OMAM, that George choosing to take care of Lennie may result in a life of crisis and obstacles.
wrest
George would often have to forcefully pull away mice from Lennie.
affinity
Lennie has a natural liking for petting soft things.
asunder
Lennie's lack of awareness of his actions begins to asunder his relationship with George.
chasm
The hiding spot George has Lennie memorize is near water and a dip or separation in land.
disparage
Curley discourages his wife to have her own friends and her own identity, which leaves her lonely.
entombed
Curley's wife gave up her hopes and dreams and now feels isolated or enclosed in her life on the ranch.
gloat
Curley wants to appear better than other men, so he likes to take pleasure in bragging about himself.
incongruous
There is unparalleled characteristics between George and Lennie.
penitent
Candy shows sadness and regret for letting someone else put his dog down.
quixotic
George and Lennie have an idealistic dream for their future.
verbatim
George tries to teach Lennie to repeat his words exactly so he doesn't get them in trouble.
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