8. Why is Lennie's death George's tragedy and not Lennie's?

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English (Of Mice and Men) Flashcards on 8. Why is Lennie's death George's tragedy and not Lennie's?, created by Emily Tisch on 07/04/2014.
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G. H. N. C. George has no companion -must live to his demise lonely -Carlson's comment, lack of understanding towards George
G. S. D. F. George sees dream fail, Lennie doesn't -Poverty trap -To Lennie, dream was a fantasy which he found exciting, but George had lots invested, was a way to put up with the reality of life- he felt the hardship more than Lennie so was an escape
L. H. A. H. L. Lennie has a happy life -ignorant bliss, learning disability protects him from hardship of life -ultimately happy, dignified death when he's close to the dream
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