Of Mice and Men
George and Lennie
Describe lennies physical and mental characteristics. Of the two men, why is George "in charge" of lennie?
Describe lennies physical and mental characteristics. Of the two men, why is George "in charge" of lennie?
Lennie is a very big man with the mind of a child. He is incredibly strong and can do the work of two men on the ranch. He is emotionally and helpless and dependent on George for all of his needs. Thus, he has a blind devotion to George and is as loyal as his mental capacity allows him to be.