george states that lennie is going to have trouble with
a.the boss
b.curleys wife
c.curley
d.crooks
The correct answer is c. Curley.
According to George, Lennie is going to have trouble with:
a. The boss: Lennie has a tendency to get into trouble and often does not understand social cues or appropriate behavior. Since the boss is the authority figure on the ranch, Lennie's lack of understanding or control could potentially cause trouble with him.
b. Curley's wife: Lennie's childlike innocence and fascination with soft things, such as rabbits, can lead to unintentional harm. Curley's wife, who is flirtatious and seeks attention from the men on the ranch, might interact with Lennie in a way that causes problems or misunderstanding.
c. Curley: Curley is the son of the boss and has a reputation for being aggressive and confrontational. Lennie's size and strength could accidentally overpower Curley, leading to conflict between the two.
d. Crooks: Crooks, the African-American stable hand, faces discrimination and isolation on the ranch. Lennie's lack of understanding of racial dynamics and boundaries could cause trouble if he interacts with Crooks in an insensitive or inappropriate manner.
To determine George's prediction of who Lennie will have trouble with, we can look to the novel "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck. In the story, George and Lennie are migrant workers who have been traveling together and seeking employment during the Great Depression. Lennie has a mental disability, and George often takes on a protective role.
In the novel, George expresses concern about several characters who might bring trouble for Lennie:
a. The boss: George worries that Lennie's simple-mindedness may lead to complications when dealing with the boss, who expects workers to be competent and quick-witted. Lennie's inability to articulate himself or follow instructions could potentially create trouble.
b. Curley's wife: George cautions Lennie to stay away from Curley's wife, as he believes her flirtatious nature might lead to Lennie misunderstanding her intentions or unintentionally causing trouble with Curley, who is possessive and easily angered.
c. Curley: Curley, the son of the ranch owner, is aggressive and confrontational. George predicts that if Lennie accidentally provokes Curley, the situation could escalate and result in trouble for Lennie.
d. Crooks: Crooks is a black stable-hand who faces discrimination on the ranch. George worries that Lennie's innocence and unintentional insensitivity may result in trouble if Lennie interacts with Crooks in a way that is perceived as disrespectful or demeaning.
In summary, George predicts that Lennie may have trouble with the boss, Curley's wife, Curley, and Crooks due to Lennie's limited understanding of social dynamics and potential misunderstandings.