1. CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.
LO: to explore George and Lennie’s relationship at the beginning of the novel.
EXTRACT ONE: This is from the beginning of the novel. Highlight any quotations that relate to George or Lennie.
For example:
“ They had walked in single file down the path, and even in the open one stayed behind the other.”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

2. EXTRACT ONE: The Beginning
This is from the beginning of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: George is the smarter character in Of Mice and Men. The reader knows this because Steinbeck explains that
E :“ even in the open one stayed behind the other”.
A: This tells the reader that George...
L: Later on in the novella George.... (explain how George is in charge)
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotations and write your own PEALs.

3. CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.
LO: to explore George and Lennie’s dream and how this affects their relationship .
EXTRACT TWO: This part tells the reader about George and Lennie’s dream. Highlight any quotations that relate to George or Lennie.
For example:
“ ‘Guys like us, that work on ranches, are the loneliest guys...with us it ain’t like that’ ”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

4. This is from the beginning of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
EXTRACT TWO: The Dream
This is from the beginning of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: Steinbeck explains that life as a migrant worker (moving from place to place) can be lonely.
E :“ ‘Guys like us, that work on ranches, are the loneliest guys...With us it ain’t like that’ ”.
A: This tells the reader that...
L: Steinbeck shows that George and Lennie are different because.... (if you can link this back to POWER do so!)
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotation and write your own PEAL.

5. “ Lennie smiled to himself. ‘Strong as a bull’ he repeated. ”
LO: to explore George and Lennie’s relationship when they start to work at the ranch.
EXTRACT THREE: This part tells the reader about George and Lennie starting work on the ranch. Highlight any quotations that relate to George or Lennie.
For example:
“ Lennie smiled to himself. ‘Strong as a bull’ he repeated. ”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

6. EXTRACT THREE: The Boss
This is from section two of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: When George and Lennie arrive at the ranch they are eager to impress the boss. Steinbeck uses a simile to describe Lennie as
E :“ ‘Strong as a bull’ ”.
A: This tells the reader that Lennie ...
L: Consequently Lennie’s strength later on in the novella.... (explain how Lennie’s strength gets him into trouble)
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotation and write your own PEAL. Use the essay sheet for help.

7. LO: to explore the character of George and his past.
EXTRACT FOUR: This part tells the reader about George why he has to look after Lennie. Highlight any quotations that relate to George or Lennie.
For example:
“ ”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

8. EXTRACT FOUR: Their Past
This is from section 3 of the novella. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: Steinbeck explains that
E :“”.
A: This tells the reader that George...
L: Later on in the novella George.... (explain how George is in charge)
George talks to Slim – their past revealed – also George tells Slim how he must look after Lennie because he promised Lennie’s Aunt Clara – he feels guilty. What does this show about their relationship? Who has the power and how do they use it?
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotations and write your own PEALs.

9. CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.
LO: to explore the importance of Candy’s dog and the consequences for the rest of the novel.
EXTRACT FIVE: This part is where Candy’s dog is shot because it is old and smells. Highlight any quotations that relate to Candy and his relationship with his dog.
For example: “”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

10. EXTRACT FIVE: Candy’s Dog
This is from section 3 where Candy’s dog is shot. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: Steinbeck explains that
E :“”.
A: This tells the reader that George...
L: Later on in the novella George.... (explain how George is in charge)
Candy’s dog shot – How does this relate to George and Lennie’s relationship? Why do you think Steinbeck included this in the story?
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotations and write your own PEALs.

11. LO: to explore the importance of the fight between Curley and Lennie.
EXTRACT SIX: This part is where Curley picks a fight with Lennie and loses.... Highlight any quotations that relate to George or Lennie.
For example: “”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

12. This is from section 3 of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
EXTRACT SIX: The Fight
This is from section 3 of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: Steinbeck explains that
E :“”.
A: This tells the reader that George...
L: Later on in the novella George.... (explain how George is in charge)
Curley picks a fight with Lennie. How does Steinbeck describe Lennie’s physical power? How does this compare to George’s power? How is George important in this section despite not being in the fight? Lennie is described as ....
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotations and write your own PEALs.

13. LO: to explore the character of Lennie and his strength.
EXTRACT SEVEN: This part tells the reader about Lennie’s strength when he kills a puppy and then Curley’s wife. Highlight any quotations that relate to Lennie and his strength.
For example: “”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

14. EXTRACT SEVEN: The Deaths
This is from section 5 of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: Steinbeck explains that
E :“”.
A: This tells the reader that George...
L: Later on in the novella George.... (explain how George is in charge)
Lennie kills puppy and then Curley’s wife leaving George with no option. How is Lennie’s physical strength shown here? How does Steinbeck describe it and why?
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotations and write your own PEALs.

15. LO: to explore George’s decision at the end of the novel.
EXTRACT EIGHT: This part tells the reader about George’s decision to shot his friend Lennie. Highlight any quotations that relate to George or Lennie.
For example: “”
CHALLENGE: Start writing PEAL paragraphs using those quotations.

16. EXTRACT EIGHT: The Deaths
This is from the end of the novel. Copy and complete this PEAL.
P: Steinbeck explains that
E :“”.
A: This tells the reader that George...
L: Later on in the novella George.... (explain how George is in charge)
What is George and Lennie’s relationship like at the end? Why do you think George chooses to shoot Lennie? How does this show his power?
CHALLENGE: Pick your own quotation and write your own PEAL.

17. LO: to write an effective introduction and conclusion.
INTRODUCTION: What should you include in an introduction?
Introduce the theme of power and why it is important in OMAM
Context of the novel – why was Steinbeck writing this?
Introduce the characters(George and Lennie) and say briefly which has power and how?
Remember to include the themes explored in Of Mice and Men.

18. LO: to write an effective introduction and conclusion.
CONCLUSION: What should you include in an conclusion?
Sum up who has the power and why?
How is George and Lennie’s relationship presented overall?
Why do you think Steinbeck did this? Overall in Of Mice and Men the character who holds most power is...
Remember to include the the question how is POWER explored in Of Mice and Men?

19. Extension:
Can you think of any other characters that have power in the novel? How is this presented?
Can you think of any characters that have no power and how does Steinbeck describe them? (look at Curley’s wife and Crooks)