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1 BMI Educational Services, Inc. Literature Study Guide And Student Workbook John Steinbeck s Of Mice and Men By Nicholas Corallo Created for Teachers By Teachers Copyright BMI Educational Services, Inc.

2 Table of Contents Objectives 3 Note to Teacher 4 About the Author 5 Vocabulary Worksheets 6 Study Questions 13 Literary Analysis 22 Writing Assignments 24 Writing Assignment Answer Key 32 Vocabulary (Teacher) 33 Study Questions (Teacher) 39 Vocabulary Crossword Games 48 Vocabulary Word Search Games 60 Vocabulary Matching Quizzes 72 Vocabulary Matching Quiz Answer Key 78 Unit Test 79 Unit Test Answer Key 87 Graphic Organizers 88 Copyright BMI Educational Services, Inc. P.O. Box 800 Dayton, NJ Permission to copy this Study Guide is granted to the purchaser for use in his/her classroom. Material posted to the purchaser s website must be secure and only accessible to his/her students. This Study Guide, in whole or part, may not be copied for resale. For questions regarding copyright, please contact BMI Educational Services, Inc. 2 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

3 STUDY GUIDE OBJECTIVES Rationale: The reality of today s educational world is that students need to be prepared to be successful on state standardized tests. Traditional test preparation has been to use previous tests as practice exercises. For those who relish in the teaching of writing and literature, time for standardized test preparation might be better spent with exercises linked to the literature units. In this way, the literary work is analyzed in depth, critical thinking skills are enhanced, and the students are linking the literature units with the types of tasks they will be required to perform on state tests. Objectives: After working through this study guide, students will be able to:! demonstrate critical thinking skills through interpreting a literary work beyond general plot line.! show an understanding of the writer s craft through the analysis of literary devices.! increase vocabulary skills to enhance performance on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).! demonstrate thorough knowledge of the literary work through a unit test consisting of: N utilizing vocabulary words in sentences. N matching vocabulary words to their definitions. N matching character names to brief character statements/sketches. N multiple choice questions. N a thoughtful essay.! recognize cross curriculum connections through the writing assignments.! demonstrate proficiency in preparing writing assignments based on state standardized tests such as: " listening and writing for information and understanding: students listen to a passage, which is linked to a major theme addressed in the novel, answer some multiple choice questions based on the listening passage, and complete a linked writing task. " reading and writing for information and understanding: students perform research on a given topic, which is linked to the novel, and find both an article and a chart/graph about that topic. They must then perform a writing task linked to their research. " reading and writing for literary response: students are given two passages that relate to a common theme (controlling idea), answer some multiple choice questions based on the passages, and write an essay explaining how both passages fit the theme, and discuss the authors use of the writer s craft (literary devices) that help develop that theme. " reading and writing for critical analysis: students are presented with a quotation (a critical lens) and the students must show how the literary work they d just completed supports the main idea of the quotation, as well as explain how the author s use of the writer s craft help to support that main idea. 3 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

4 Of Mice and Men Notes to Teachers About the Author The About the Author Worksheet can be used to gather general information about the author. This may be reviewed in a class discussion or for the basis of a writing assignment. Information about John Steinbeck available at Vocabulary A list of vocabulary words has been selected to improve students vocabulary and understanding of the text. A Vocabulary Worksheet lists the vocabulary words by chapter and/or reading assignment. Students may complete the worksheet or you can provide them with the definition prior to the reading assignment. Each chapter and/or reading assignment has a Vocabulary Matching Quiz. These maybe used to quiz students or done as a class to review the vocabulary. Crossword and Word Search games have been included for additional vocabulary work. Study Questions The study questions are both fact based and inference questions. Students can find the fact based answers in the text, but careful reading must be applied for inferences. Reviewing the study questions as a class will ensure students have the correct answers, while hearing different points of view to the inference questions. Literary Analysis Questions These questions are designed to analyze the author s use of literary devices and his particular writing style in the work. These questions are essential in preparation for some of the state standardized tests administered across the country. Written Assessments The writing assignments are patterned after many of the state standardized tests across the country. These may be used as practice tasks in an effort to prepare students for these state tests as well as to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the individual work explored in this study guide. Some of these assessments include cross curricular topics, which allow for enrichment in a holistic approach. Tests The Unit Test includes several sections including, Cumulative Vocabulary, Vocabulary Matching, Character Matching, Multiple Choice, and Essay. Other Topics Listed below are topics related to the novel. These may be used for individual or group projects or additional writing assignments.! Loneliness! The Great Depression! Migrant farm workers! Friendship! Mental disabilities 4 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

5 ABOUT THE AUTHOR Full Name: Date and Place of Birth: Date and Place of Death: Educational Background: Family Life: Describe a significant historical event that occurred during the author s life that may have had an influence upon his writing. Interesting Facts and Other Works: 5 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

6 Of Mice and Men Vocabulary Worksheet Chapter 1 anguished apologetically ashamedly bindle brusquely contemplated craftily debris dejectedly droned elaborate gestured imitated imperiously irrigation junctures lumbered mimicking morosely mottled pantomime quivered recumbent reluctantly resignedly rhythmically scoffed scowled triumphantly wearily jack saved money stake a share or interest in a business or situation; mark an area so as to claim ownership swell first rate, fine 6 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

7 Of Mice and Men Study Questions Section 1 1. Describe the setting of the story as to location, time period, and the economic climate. 2. Who are the two main characters in the story? Compare and contract them. 3. How did the two main characters come to be in this setting by the river? Where are they heading and where were they previously? 4. George tells Lennie not to drink the water to fast and has to remind Lennie where they are going. What can the reader infer about Lennie s mental capabilities? 5. What does Lennie have in his pocket that George makes him give up? Why does he have this? 6. Why does George tell Lennie not to speak to their new boss at the ranch? 7. Why did George and Lennie have to leave their jobs in Weeds? What does George tell Lennie about the two men traveling together? 13 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

8 Section 1 page 2 8. What do Lennie and George have for supper at the river? Why do you think George wants to wait until morning to go to the ranch? 9. Describe the relationship between Lennie and George. 10. George and Lennie have a plan for their future. Describe this plan and how it is introduced in the story. 11. Why does George want Lennie to remember the spot by the river? Why is this significant? 14 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.

9 Section 2 1. Describe the bunkhouse. 2. Who are the first two people that George and Lennie meet at the ranch? Describe them and their positions at the ranch. 3. Fully describe Curley. What kind of person does he seem to be, and why does he wear one glove? 4. Describe George and Lennie s first encounter with Curley s wife. 5. Describe Slim both physically and with regard to his position at the ranch. 6. What does George fear will happen at the ranch and why? 15 Copyright 2010 BMI Educational Services, Inc.