Of Mice and Men Chapter 1 Questions and Answers Graded A+

When George and Lennie approach the river, why does George warn Lennie not to drink too much water? George says Lennie will be sick like he was the night before. What has Georbge told Lennie about that he always remembers even when he forgets everything else? Lennie always remembers that he will be the one to tend to the rabbits on their "dream" farm. Why does Lennie have a dead mouse in this pocket? He is carrying it in his pocket so he can pet it as they walk. He likes to pet soft things. Why does George order Lennie not to talk when they get to the ranch? George says that if the boss hears Lennie talk before he sees Lennie work, the two men won't have a chance of getting the job. What happened to all of the mice that Lennie's Aunt Clara gave him? He killed the mice by petting them too hard.