Crooks Flashcards
What does Crooks say about the mental effects of loneliness?
“A guy goes nuts if he ain’t got nobody.”
What does Crooks say to show he is excluded because of race?
“They play cards in there, but I can’t play because I’m black.”
How does Crooks diminish his own voice?
“This is just a n***** talkin’.”
What does Crooks say to maintain control of his space?
“You got no right to come in my room.”
What does Crooks say about men and the dream?
“I seen hundreds of men come by… every damn one of ‘em’s got a little piece of land in his head.”
How does Crooks describe how others view his opinions?
“If I say something, why it’s just a n***** sayin’ it.”
What does Crooks say about the moment of inclusion?
“You guys comin’ in an’ settin’ made me forget.”
How is Crooks described after being threatened?
“Crooks had reduced himself to nothing.”
How does Crooks respond in fear to Curley’s wife?
“Yes, ma’am.”
