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.
What story did you read?
Of Mice an Men
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/micemen/
Read the analysis of characters.
The correct answer is: He knows that Lennie is so strong that he might accidentally kill the animals.
To arrive at this answer, you can analyze the information given in the question and consider the context of the story. In John Steinbeck's novella "Of Mice and Men," the character Lennie is portrayed as a mentally challenged man with immense physical strength. However, he lacks control over his strength and tends to unintentionally harm living things he interacts with.
Throughout the story, Lennie's affinity for animals is depicted, but his inability to handle them gently often leads to their death. George, Lennie's companion, understands the consequences of Lennie's strength and tries to protect the small animals from harm by preventing him from playing with them. This is crucial in maintaining the well-being of both Lennie and the animals. Therefore, George's attempt to prevent Lennie from playing with small animals is rooted in concern for their safety.