Differences Between John Steinbeck's Of Mice And Men

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Lennie represents the segment of people who do not get much attention and is insecure because of the differences that set him apart from the rest of the world. This idea helps make clear that society feels the need to judge out of their fear of differences. Therefore, Lennie is unique in more ways than others, because of mental challenges, which makes him feel like an outcast: Evidence is shown in the following scene where Lennie is relieved to see George. “You ain’t gonna leave me are ya George? I know you ain’t” (Steinbeck 103). This little sentence spoken by Lennie shows how much doubt is put into his mind when it comes to his worth, because of the incidents that always occur because of his actions. Lennie does things that most people know not to do, but can’t control it, and he wants to know right from wrong because he wants a good life and not to be considered …show more content…

Earlier in the book, Lennie is saying how he doesn’t want trouble from anyone. “If I get in any trouble, you ain’t gonna let me tend the rabbits” (30). Lennie is telling how he wants responsibilities and taking care of animals is a responsibility. For instance, Lennie and George want the American Dream and to own their own ranch, so then Lennie would have the privilege to take care of the rabbits that they would own in their dream ranch, but believes George will not want to be there if any trouble occurs, and that can make someone feel worthless. In particular, after George says hurtful things to Lennie, he says how he should just leave. “If you don’ want me I can go off in the hills an’ find a cave. I can go away any time” (6). Lennie is feeling that he is no use to George, and he thinks that George will be better off without him around because George always talks about how he could have a better life. For the most part, Lennie, like many others, sees himself through his

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