Slim was powerful in the way he spoke. Anytime Slim spoke, “There was a gravity in his manner and a quiet so profound that all talk stopped when he spoke. His authority was so great that his word was taken on any subject, be it politics or love.” (Pg. 33). This quote represents Slim’s power by explaining that ranchers would be silent and contemplating at whatever he stated something. His way with words could influence any ranchers to concur with his morals; and in some cases, his opinions were the truth to some ranchers. However, Slim’s influence means he can decide if someone earns justice or a punishment; regardless of whether it is honest or a lie. “‘Well, then listen... I think you got your han’ caught in a machine. If you don’t tell nobody
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Occasionally, words uttered by Lennie would cause George to explode with fury; it ranged from very minute events to vital, life changing situations. "’Well, we ain't got any,’ George exploded. ‘Whatever we ain't got, that's what you want. God a'mighty, if I was alone I could live so easy. I could go get a job an' work, an' no trouble...’ Lennie knelt and looked over the fire at the angry George. And Lennie's face was drawn with terror. ‘An' whatta I got,’ George went on furiously. ‘I got you! You can't keep a job and you lose me ever' job I get. Jus' keep me shovin' all over the country all the time. An' that ain't the worst. You get in trouble. You do bad things and I got to get you out.’ His voice rose nearly to a shout. ‘You crazy son-of-a-bitch. You keep me in hot water all the time.’” (Pg. 11). George yelling with vexation is an example of George heavily disciplining Lennie to understand reality. Where George has to support him and bail him out of trouble every time. Also, George here strived for Lennie to stop causing stress upon him. George’s life was extraneous already with trying to reach goals and working endlessly; Lennie’s nonsense would make him burst. Also, George sometimes uses his greater influence to command Lennie to do various, simple tasks. When George decided that they are going to find work in Weeds, he told Lennie, …show more content…
Due to Lennie’s, mental disability, George made multiple, remarkable attempts protect Lennie from the hazards of the world. When the two itinerant men met Curley, George immediately despised him. He cautiously warned Lennie, “‘If he tangles with you, Lennie, we’re gonna get the can. Don’t make no mistake about that. He’s the boss’s son. Look, Lennie. You try to keep away from him, will you? Don’t never speak to him. If he comes in here you move clear to the other side of the room. Will you do that, Lennie?’” (Pg. 29). It is conspicuous that George shows concern for Lennie, and that he doesn’t want Lennie to be on the wrong side of people. Essentially, George does not want Lennie injured or even killed by anyone. Indirectly, George utilized his influence through words numerous times. When Candy discussed about Curley’s background, George said, “‘Well, he better watch out for Lennie. Lennie ain’t no fighter, but Lennie’s strong and quick and Lennie don’t know no rules.’” (Pg. 27). Also, when Slim introduced himself to the two men, George told him that Lennie “‘can put up more grain alone than most pairs can.’” (Pg. 34). Both of these quotes depict George’s defensive outlook on Lennie. By giving him approbations, Lennie appeared to other ranchers as a person capable of completing tasks; just because he was mentally disabled, does not mean he wasn’t physically strong.
Occasionally, words uttered by Lennie would cause George to explode with fury; it ranged from very minute events to vital, life changing situations. "’Well, we ain't got any,’ George exploded. ‘Whatever we ain't got, that's what you want. God a'mighty, if I was alone I could live so easy. I could go get a job an' work, an' no trouble...’ Lennie knelt and looked over the fire at the angry George. And Lennie's face was drawn with terror. ‘An' whatta I got,’ George went on furiously. ‘I got you! You can't keep a job and you lose me ever' job I get. Jus' keep me shovin' all over the country all the time. An' that ain't the worst. You get in trouble. You do bad things and I got to get you out.’ His voice rose nearly to a shout. ‘You crazy son-of-a-bitch. You keep me in hot water all the time.’” (Pg. 11). George yelling with vexation is an example of George heavily disciplining Lennie to understand reality. Where George has to support him and bail him out of trouble every time. Also, George here strived for Lennie to stop causing stress upon him. George’s life was extraneous already with trying to reach goals and working endlessly; Lennie’s nonsense would make him burst. Also, George sometimes uses his greater influence to command Lennie to do various, simple tasks. When George decided that they are going to find work in Weeds, he told Lennie, …show more content…
Due to Lennie’s, mental disability, George made multiple, remarkable attempts protect Lennie from the hazards of the world. When the two itinerant men met Curley, George immediately despised him. He cautiously warned Lennie, “‘If he tangles with you, Lennie, we’re gonna get the can. Don’t make no mistake about that. He’s the boss’s son. Look, Lennie. You try to keep away from him, will you? Don’t never speak to him. If he comes in here you move clear to the other side of the room. Will you do that, Lennie?’” (Pg. 29). It is conspicuous that George shows concern for Lennie, and that he doesn’t want Lennie to be on the wrong side of people. Essentially, George does not want Lennie injured or even killed by anyone. Indirectly, George utilized his influence through words numerous times. When Candy discussed about Curley’s background, George said, “‘Well, he better watch out for Lennie. Lennie ain’t no fighter, but Lennie’s strong and quick and Lennie don’t know no rules.’” (Pg. 27). Also, when Slim introduced himself to the two men, George told him that Lennie “‘can put up more grain alone than most pairs can.’” (Pg. 34). Both of these quotes depict George’s defensive outlook on Lennie. By giving him approbations, Lennie appeared to other ranchers as a person capable of completing tasks; just because he was mentally disabled, does not mean he wasn’t physically strong.