Of Mice And Men symbols

Question 1

The Farm

Answer 1

This is most likely the most significant symbol, the hope of freedom and peace. The dream is so idealistic, that even the character who dreams of it doesn’t ever truly believe. We all hope it will happen, even the author, because we want that freedom for them. Sadly it never happens.

Question 2

Lennie’s puppy

Answer 2

Lennie accidentally kills a puppy, along with multiple mice. This death is significant in symbolizing how dangerous the combination of physical strength and mental weakness. Also this death foreshadows Curly’s wife’s brutal ending.

Question 3

Candy’s dog

Answer 3

Sadly, Candy’s dog is the most grim of all symbols. He is the insignificant fate that awaits you once what you were good for is no longer needed. Even though Carlson promises a painless death, it shows how cruel humanity is concerning weakness.