1) Focus Question: How does Steinbeck’s use of indirect characterization in chapter one of his novel Of Mice and Men engage the reader?
Assignment:
A) Find and write three quotes from the text that show Lennie’s childlike behavior.
B) Find and write three quotes from the text that show George’s personality as temperamental but caring.
Students shared responses for participation points.
How does Steinbeck’s use of indirect characterization in chapter one of his novel Of Mice and Men engage the reader?
Steinbeck uses indirect characterization in chapter one of his novel Of Mice and Men to engage the reader by portraying the two main characters, George and Lennie, as likeable and believable.
In chapter one of his novel, Of Mice and Men, Steinbeck draws the reader in by revealing the actions, words, and thoughts of the two main characters, George and Lennie.
NOTE: DON'T FORGET TO STUDY WORDS FROM THE OF MICE AND MEN VOCABULARY HANDOUT: "LINIMENT" TO "WRITHE" . Quiz next week (Tuesday).
Tomorrow When the War Began test will be next Tuesday. Don't forget to finish reading this novel.
