1. Why does George try to prevent Lennie from playing with small animals? (1 point)

He doesn't want Lennie to have a pet until he proves he can keep out of trouble.

He is worried that Slim will be angry if Lennie plays with the puppies.
He is embarrassed by Lennie's childlike affection for animals.

He knows that Lennie is so strong that he might accidentally kill the animals.

3 answers

What story did you read?
Of Mice an Men
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/micemen/

Read the analysis of characters.