Slim Flashcards
1
Q
“There was a gravity in his manner and a quiet so profound that all talk stopped when he spoke.”
A
- This highlights Slim’s commanding presence and the innate respect he inspires among the other characters.
- He posesses a seriousness and wisdom that make others instinctively listen to him, contrasting to characters like Curley who tries to assert dominance through violence and authority.
- He is a figure of stability in a chaotic world of violence and instability.
- His profound quietness sybolises his dignity and authority in a brutality-filled world.
2
Q
“Slim’s opinions were law.”
A
- This quote illustrates Slim’s role as the moral authority on the ranch, where his judgment is trusted without question.
- His words carry unquestionable weight, and he is a symbol of justice and reason in a collapsed society as a result of the Great Depression.
- Highlights how influence can stem from character rather than hierarchy.
3
Q
“His ear heard more than was said to him”
A
- Slim has an intuitive understanding of people. He can sense what they truly mean or feel, even if they struggle to articulate it.
