This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Literature > American Classics > Of Mice And Men > Of Mice And Men – Quiz 7 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Of Mice And Men Quiz 7 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is George and Lennie's dream in the novel? A) To travel the world. B) To become rich and famous. C) To own a piece of land and live off the fat of the land. D) To start their own business. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To own a piece of land and live off the fat of the land. 2. Who kills Candy's dog? A) Wilt. B) Slim. C) Carlson. D) Candy. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Carlson. 3. Define BRUSQUELY A) Fearfully. B) Sadly. C) Angrily. D) Happily. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Angrily. 4. Greatly bend out of shape A) Sometimes. B) Cringe. C) Console. D) Contort. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Contort. 5. What does Lennie have in his possession that upsets George? A) His work card. B) A dead mouse. C) A rabbit. D) Money. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A dead mouse. 6. Who is Curley looking for when he storms into the bunkhouse the second time? A) Carlson. B) Slim. C) Crooks. D) Lennie. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Slim. 7. Slim gives Lennie A) Some new boots. B) Extra money. C) A puppy. D) A mouse. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A puppy. 8. What sentence uses "scudded" correctly? A) The scudded car raced down the street. B) The scudded book was a bestseller. C) The dark clouds scudded across the sky, signaling an impending storm. D) She scudded her way through the difficult exam. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The dark clouds scudded across the sky, signaling an impending storm. 9. In the text it states the following: "Crooks scowled, but Lennie's disarming smile defeated him" (Steinbeck). What part of speech is the word disarming based on the way it is used in the text? A) Verb. B) Adjective. C) Adverb. D) Noun. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Adjective. 10. Why did George confide in Slim? A) Because he thought that by doing so he and Lennie would get better jobs. B) Because Candy told him he could trust Slim. C) Because Slim threatened him if he didn't tell him what was going on. D) Answer not given. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Answer not given. 11. Which statement best describes Curley's wife? A) She is pretty. B) The men at the ranch consider her to be a tart. C) She is flirtatious and has been seen giving Slim and Carlson the eye. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 12. An object, image, or color that represents something other than itself A) Symbol. B) Foreshadow. C) Theme. D) Allusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Symbol. 13. Where can we infer George and the rest of the men at? A) Old Sally's. B) In his bunk. C) In the downtown area. D) In a fight with Curley. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Old Sally's. 14. Define ANGUISHED A) Amused. B) Distressed. C) Thoughtful. D) Fascinated. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Distressed. 15. Fragile, frail, easily damaged A) Sturdy. B) Strong. C) Brittle. D) Robust. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Brittle. 16. Make up used to create a blushing effect A) Rouge. B) Brindle. C) Complacent. D) Retort. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Rouge. 17. Suspicously (adverb) A) Hanging in the air; lifted off the ground. B) Done with seriousness or sincerity. C) Done in a way that appears dishonest and sneaky, inviting outside speculation. D) A sense of immense sadness; dissatisfaction. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Done in a way that appears dishonest and sneaky, inviting outside speculation. 18. What are the two major themes we discussed in Of Mice and Men? A) Friendship and betrayal. B) Loneliness and loss of hope. C) Loss of hope and betrayal. D) Death and betrayal. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Loneliness and loss of hope. 19. He breaks Curley's hand. A) George. B) Lennie. C) Slim. D) Candy. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Lennie. 20. After my father hit his thumb with a hammer, he ..... about it for nearly an hour. A) Morose. B) Juncture. C) Yammered. D) Brusquely. E) Debris. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Yammered. 21. Emotionless, unresponsive manner; like wood A) Scudded. B) Wooden. C) Monotonous. D) Triumph. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Wooden. 22. What does Crooks' dream reveal about his desires? A) He wishes to leave the ranch and travel. B) He desires wealth and material possessions. C) He longs for companionship and a sense of belonging. D) He wants to become the boss of the ranch. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) He longs for companionship and a sense of belonging. 23. With extreme anxiety or torment; distressed A) Mottled. B) Imperious. C) Anguished. D) Contemplate. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Anguished. 24. Complete; coming from the depth of one's being A) Complacently. B) Precede. C) Profound. D) Apprehensive. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Profound. 25. Adj.; not involved with people or events; remote A) Aloof. B) Liniment. C) Disarming. D) Meager. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Aloof. 26. Alex was ..... when he did not get the job; their explanation did not clear up any confusion. A) Bewildered. B) Vicious. C) Muffled. D) Consoled. E) Contort. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Bewildered. 27. Sadly; in a depressing way A) Wisps. B) Taloned. C) Sullenly. D) Monotonous. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Sullenly. 28. A person who travels on foot from place to place, especially a vagabond living on occasional jobs or gifts of money or food. A) Pantomime. B) Imperious. C) Bindle. D) Tramp. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Tramp. 29. Who joins in on George and Lennie's dream? A) Carlson. B) Curley's Wife. C) Whit. D) Candy. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Candy. 30. What theme is most prominently explored through the events of Chapter 5 in "Of Mice and Men" ? A) The inevitability of fate. B) Loneliness. C) Friendship. D) The American Dream. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Loneliness. 31. Showing or feeling disapproval or dislike A) Retort. B) Belligerent. C) Contemptuous. D) Disarming. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Contemptuous. 32. Identify whether the following pairing is an example of antonyms or synonyms:dejected/ morose A) Antonym. B) Synonym. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Synonym. 33. Identify whether the following pairing is an example of antonyms or synonyms:crestfallen/ encouraged A) Antonym. B) Synonym. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Antonym. 34. Which of the following options is an ANTONYM (opposite) to the word "Discontent" ? A) Satisfied. B) Upset. C) Disappointed. D) Considerate. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Satisfied. 35. Why does Candy want to give George and Lennie his life savings? A) Because he wants to join in them in buying their dream farm. B) Because George and Lennie con him into offering it up. C) Because he is old and wants to pass on his money to someone young and kind. D) Because Slim says it's a good idea and everyone takes Slim's advice. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Because he wants to join in them in buying their dream farm. 36. Find the synonym for contemptuously. A) Disrespectful. B) Humble. C) Praising. D) Flattering. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Disrespectful. 37. How does the theme of loneliness and isolation play a role in 'Of Mice and Men'? A) Loneliness and isolation are not significant themes in the novel. B) Loneliness and isolation are portrayed as positive aspects in the novel. C) Loneliness and isolation affect the characters' mental and emotional well-being. D) Loneliness and isolation lead to success and happiness for the characters. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Loneliness and isolation affect the characters' mental and emotional well-being. 38. A particular point in events or time A) They recline. B) Scowl. C) Ominous. D) Juncture. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Juncture. 39. Expressing an unfavorable opinion. A) Disapproving. B) Retort. C) Jar. D) Dutiful. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Disapproving. 40. In a sly, cunning manner A) Gingham. B) Craftily. C) Sulkily. D) Emphasis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Craftily. 41. George and Lennie's dream for the future is to go to the coast and earn a living as fishermen. A) False. B) True. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) False. 42. Who stole the Luger? A) Curley. B) George. C) Carlson. D) Slim. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) George. 43. Select the correct definition for the term, pugnacious. A) Inclined to fight; warlike or combative. B) Threatening, in a way that signifies evil. C) Fearful or uneasy about the future. D) Twisted out of shape. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Inclined to fight; warlike or combative. 44. Monotonous (adjective) A) To do in a manner of hostility and anger. B) Dull and repetitive. C) Covered in spots and splotches of color. D) In an attentive or obedient manner. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Dull and repetitive. 45. Adj.; with extreme anxiety or torment; distressed A) Anguished. B) Morosely. C) Junctures. D) Debris. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Anguished. 46. How does the author use Crooks' physical description to enhance the reader's understanding of his character? A) To show his strength. B) To highlight his intelligence. C) To emphasize his physical and emotional pain. D) To indicate his age. E) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To emphasize his physical and emotional pain. 47. How does Steinbeck use Lennie's actions to indirectly characterize him? A) Through the direct description of his mental capabilities . B) By showing his strength when he works. C) Through his interactions with animals. D) By detailing his conversations with George. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Through his interactions with animals. 48. She consoled him. A) Misery resulting from affliction. B) Laugh at with contempt and derision. C) Turn away or aside. D) Give moral or emotional strength to. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Give moral or emotional strength to. 49. WHEN CANDY'S DOG GOT OLD, HE HAD IT PUT DOWN. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 50. Before George started watching out for Lennie, Lennie was cared for by ..... A) His mother. B) His Aunt Clara. C) His best friend, Andy. D) His father. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) His Aunt Clara. 51. From context clues about Curley, what does the term "handy" mean? A) Helpful around the ranch. B) Amazing penmanship. C) Jack of all trades. D) Great fighter in the ring. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Great fighter in the ring. 52. Suggesting something bad is going to happen A) Ominously. B) Timid. C) Stereotype. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Ominously. 53. Planned or carried out with great care and attention to parts or details. A) Quiver. B) Unaware. C) Elaborate. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Elaborate. 54. Where does Crooks live? A) In the bunkhouse. B) In the barn. C) In a room off the barn. D) In a separate house. E) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In a room off the barn. 55. What word does Curley's wife use to refer to the three men in Crooks' room? A) The handicapped. B) The weak ones. C) The leftovers. D) The losers. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The weak ones. 56. What does George say he could have, if Lennie wasn't on his tail? A) Dead mice. B) A girl. C) His own house. D) Freedom. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A girl. 57. To copy or imitate A) Mimic. B) Raise. C) Dim. D) None of above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Mimic. 58. Which answer best resembles the dream that Goerge and Lennie have for the future? A) They dream of saving up money and traveling the world. B) They dream of owning a farm and living off of the land. C) They dream of buying a house for Lennie's aunt. D) They dream of starting a business and having men work for them. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) They dream of owning a farm and living off of the land. 59. Which symbol in Chapter 5 is most closely associated with the theme of lost innocence? A) The dead mouse. B) The puppy. C) The barn. D) The dress of Curley's wife. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The puppy. 60. A phrase that doesn't literally mean what it says? A) Idiom. B) Onomatopoeia. C) Alliteration. D) Allusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Idiom. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesAmerican Classics QuizzesEnglish Literature QuizzesOf Mice And Men Quiz 1Of Mice And Men Quiz 2Of Mice And Men Quiz 3Of Mice And Men Quiz 4Of Mice And Men Quiz 5Of Mice And Men Quiz 6Of Mice And Men Quiz 8Of Mice And Men Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books