Lennie's Futile

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In the novel Of Mice and Men, Lennie and George have a great devotion for each other. Although George has to look after Lennie because of being futile. George shows his friendship to Lennie by always sticking around with him and getting him out of trouble. George stills stays with him even tho trying to make ends meet. Having to work different jobs because of Lennie’s carelessness. But Lennie isn't all that bad, he may be dumb as a rock but is strong as a bull. He works hard and gets the job done. Most would ask why do they both stay so close? Even when Lennie gets in trouble, why does George babysit him? Well because of their strong generous friendship and love for one another. They are like two peas in a pod.

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