Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck: A Study Guide (Study Guides)

Would you like to develop a deeper understanding of this tragic story of two men who, living during the Depression, have friendship and dreams which are crushed by circumstance? The study guide includes: an outline of the characters, the main themes, a commentary and notes to guide the reader through the text, guiding questions to direct the reader to what is really important as they read and to help understand the underlying themes in the book. The questions are designed to stimulate thought and discussion. It also includes graphic organizers to help the reader understand the plot and appreciate that the characters have different perspectives on George and Lennie's dream of owning a farm. An activity to aid in the understanding of the literary terms used in the questions is also included.