Curley Flashcards
What is Curley’s role on the ranch?
Curley is the only proper bad guy on the ranch and he deserves what happens to him.
How is Curley’s social standing on the ranch?
Curley seems to be in a strong position as the boss’s son, but he gets no respect from anyone.
What do Curley’s high-heeled boots signify?
They give him extra height and show that he’s in charge, making it clear that he’s ‘not a laboring man.’
What does Curley’s insecurity lead him to do?
His insecurity makes him aggressive and causes him to pick on Lennie, the easiest target.
How is Curley described physically?
Curley looks like a small boxer and is referred to as ‘handy’ by Candy.
What is Curley’s relationship with his wife?
Curley’s wife married him to escape her old life and admits to Lennie that ‘I don’t like Curley.’
What happens when Curley’s wife is found dead?
Curley doesn’t touch her; it’s Slim who checks to see if she’s really dead.
What does Curley prioritize after his wife’s death?
Curley decides to go and kill Lennie instead of staying with his wife.
What does Curley fail to understand about his wife?
Curley doesn’t understand that his wife needs company and attention.
What key quote summarizes Curley’s feelings towards larger men?
“Curley’s like a lot of little guys. He hates big guys.”
What does George say about lonely people like Curley?
George says that lonely people get ‘mean’ and that Curley wants attention just like his wife.
