Of Mice and Men

1. Curley’s father and the authority figure on the ranch
2. A quality Lennie embodies that leads to unintended consequences
5. The only prominent female character in the novel, often lonely and unnamed
6. The spot George tells Lennie to hide if there’s ever trouble
9. Shown in the decisions George and Candy must make about loved ones
11. A major theme explored through isolated characters like Crooks and Candy
13. Where several key events happen including Curley’s wife’s death
15. The boss’s aggressive son who picks fights and is newly married
17. The African American stable hand who lives in isolation due to racism
19. A large, mentally disabled man who loves soft things and depends on George
20. A central theme showing the rare bond between George and Lennie
21. An aging ranch hand who lost his hand and fears becoming useless

1. The communal living space for the ranch workers
3. A key theme symbolized by hope for a better future that is often crushed
4. A small, quick-witted man who looks after Lennie and dreams of owning land
7. A respected mule driver known for his wisdom and authority
8. A recurring element tied to survival and control in the novel
10. The workplace setting where most of the story takes place
12. A condition faced by nearly every character due to race, age, disability, or gender
14. A theme represented through physical strength, social status, and gender
15. A ranch worker who pressures Candy to let him shoot his old dog
16. A symbol of Lennie’s dream and obsession with tending animals
18. The nearby town where the novel is set