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The farm represents a stepping stone in their journey to independent living.

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How are George and Lennie different from other ranchers? “Describe” (through pictures, words, and/or quotes) your initial impressions of these characters. What does the farm described here represent to George and Lennie?

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Lennie: Lennie is a heavier, childlike character who needs guidance from his guardian George. He is gentle and kind, but he doesn't understand his own strength.
George: A small, smart and social man who travels with and cares for Lennie. Although George imagines his life without Lennie, he is committed to keeping Lennie safe.

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George and Lennie travel together, which makes them different from the rest of the men, who are solitary beings. George and Lennie have known each other for years and have a strong companionship that makes the other ranch hands intimidated and jealous of the bond they have.

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George and Lennie have a dream of owning their own farm. This dream makes them hopeful-unlike many of the other ranchers. Owning their own ranch will help them achieve the American Dream they are foraging for.

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"''Course Lennie's a God 🤬 nuisance most of the time,' said George. 'But you get used to goin' around with a guy an' you can't get rid of him'" (Steinbeck 41).