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Slim
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Possible question: How is the character of Slim important to the context in Of mice and men?
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of mice and men
john steinbeck
english lit
literature
slim
george milton
lennie small
gcse
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Slim
'PRINCE OF THE RANCH'
Doesn't need the' high heeled boots' to have authority, as the boss and Curley do.
Is respected by the other workers
SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST
Steinbeck introduces Slim, mentioning how good he is at his job, which is what is considered the most important thing in America 1930's
LONELINESS
Could be considered lonely, as he is the only one who is considered perfect, in a world where everyone is flawed.
Seeks to befriend George, and offers him hope at the end.
AS A COMPARISON
Steinbeck uses him to convey what people considered to be the ideal.
Highlights other people's flaws.
AMERICAN DREAM
Slim has consoled in where he is and doesn't look for more.
LINKS TO CANDY
Both have/had a dog.
Foreshadows that soon Slim will be old and helpless, just as Candy is. Cycle of life stops for no one.
Steinbeck conveys how no one can avoid ageing , and that one day 'Prince' Slim will be deemed useless.
CONTRAST TO CURLEY
Curley is jealous of Slim,as he has the authority that should belong to Curley.
Steinbeck conveys how being good at a job or having power isn't everything; the men like Slim due his kindness.
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