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This in depth resource examines the character of Candy, focusing on how John Steinbeck presents themes of age, disability, isolation, and broken dreams in 1930s America. Perfect for GCSE English Literature students, this resource provides essential contextual understanding and critical analysis to help students explore Candy’s role and significance in the novel.
What’s Included?
Key Quotes
A selection of significant quotes linked to age, powerlessness, and dreams.
Analysis of how Steinbeck uses language, structure, and dialogue to shape Candy’s character.
Historical Context:
Age & Disability in 1930s America – How older workers were viewed and treated.
The Great Depression & Economic Struggles – How financial hardship made Candy vulnerable.
The American Dream & Hopelessness – Why Candy clings to George and Lennie’s dream as his last chance at security.
Character Analysis – Candy:
His Physical Weakness & Marginalisation – How his disability affects his position on the ranch.
His Fear of Being Useless – Why he desperately wants to join George and Lennie’s dream.
His Relationship with His Dog – How the death of his dog foreshadows his own fate.
His Powerlessness – How Steinbeck uses Candy to reflect society’s treatment of the weak and vulnerable.
Key Themes Explored:
Isolation & Loneliness – How Candy is excluded from the social hierarchy of the ranch.
Power & Powerlessness – His status as an older, disabled worker with little influence.
Dreams & Disillusionment – His desperate hope for a better future and its inevitable collapse.
Companionship & Loss – How the death of his dog symbolises the fate of those who can no longer work.
Literary & Structural Techniques Covered:
Symbolism – Candy’s dog as a reflection of his own fate.
Dialogue & Language – How Steinbeck gives Candy a voice in key conversations.
Juxtaposition – Candy’s brief hope for the dream vs. his crushing realisation of reality.
Foreshadowing – How Candy’s experiences hint at later events in the novel.
Why Use This Resource?
Ideal for GCSE English Literature coursework & exams
Helps students develop sophisticated critical analysis
Encourages discussion on historical attitudes towards age and disability
Provides structured guidance for writing strong analytical essays
This comprehensive and student-friendly resource ensures that students fully understand Candy’s role in Of Mice and Men, helping them achieve higher grades in their GCSE studies.
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/teaching-resources/shop/englishexcels **What’s Included?** George & Lennie – Friendship, power, and the failure of the American Dream. Curley’s Wife – Gender roles, isolation, and the struggle for agency. Candy – Age, disability, and the fear of becoming obsolete. Crooks – Racism, segregation, and the impact of the Jim Crow laws. The American Dream **Key Features:** Concise Key Quotes with Analysis Historical Context (1930s America, The Great Depression, Social Inequality) Thematic Exploration (Power, Loneliness, Dreams, and Social Hierarchy) Literary & Structural Techniques (Symbolism, Juxtaposition, Dialogue, Foreshadowing) Exam-Focused Insights to Improve Essay Writing
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