“If I was alone I could life so easy”
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Shows George’s sacrifices he makes for Lennie when he doesn’t need to which shows his selflessness and caring.
Dreams for a life where he has freedom and doesn’t have to move constantly = American dream
Highlighters George’s loyalty for Lennie since he chooses to stay with him so matter what
“Aw Lennie!”
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Shows how much he cares for Lennie despite his frustration occasionally
Highlights George’s patience, kindness and protectiveness despite challenges Lennie throws his way.
“Restless eyes”
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He’s constantly aware and worrying.
He anticipates threats which reflects the heavy responsibility he feels to keep Lennie safe.
“We’re gonna have a little place”
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George’s dreams = American dream = desire for stability, a home without having to move constantly, independence and a sense if belonging
Freedom = escape loneliness and harsh reality of a migrant worker
“With us it ain’t like that. We got a future”
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Highlights the strong bond between Lennie and George and their inseparability.
Their shared dream, sense of purpose and relationship makes them different to other lonely migrant workers which shows the importance of having dreams in hard times such as the Great Depression when everyone had little hope left.sa
“If I was even a little bit smart, I’d own my own place”
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Shows desire for independence and secuirty.
He wants to escape the life of a migrant worker and make a home for him and Lennie.
Highlights his dream = American dream = of the possibility of a better life if the situation he brought up into was different
“I could live so easy and so nicd if I didn’t have you on my tail”
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Frustration by being burdened by Lennie which has caused him to pause his life for Lennie.
He longs for an independent life without limitations from having to move constantly because of Lennie.
Highlights the sacrifices George has made to keep Lennie safe which shows his kindness and their strong father and son relationship.
