Of Mice and Men

2. This character thrives for attention and companionship
5. This game is played by one of the characters to pass the time
7. This is where the ranch workers sleep and live on the ranch
9. This drink is drunk by the characters to cope with their harships on the ranch.
10. This author wrote, “Of Mice and Men,” capturing the struggles of the Great Depression
11. This place is where George and Lennie hide after something (specifically something bad) happens
13. This is where the novel begins and where it ends
15. This is a consistent theme in the story, that affects many characters
17. This character trait affects one of the characters, making life on the ranch more difficult
18. These animals are a symbol of dreams and hope for one of the main characters
20. This item is used by one of the characters to make their hands soft

1. One of the characters wears this to catch attention on the ranch
3. This place is mentioned in the story as a place where the workers go for entertainment
4. This character takes care of Lennie and dreams of a better life for them both
6. This issue is highlighted through the experiences of Crooks
8. This historical event affected everyone, including the characters in the story
12. These animals are used as comfort for one of the main characters
14. This character is physically strong but mentally disabled
16. This animal is given as a gift to one of the characters but meets a tragic ending
19. This is the dream that George and Lennie share, representing their hope for independence