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This in-depth resource explores racial segregation and discrimination through the character of Crooks in Of Mice and Men. Perfect for GCSE English Literature students, this resource provides an analytical and contextual understanding of how John Steinbeck presents racial injustice in 1930s America.
What’s Included?
Key Quotes
Historical Context:
The impact of racism and segregation in 1930s America.
The Jim Crow laws and their effect on African Americans.
The significance of The Great Depression in shaping the characters’ struggles.
Character Analysis – Crooks:
His marginalisation on the ranch.
His intellectual depth and loneliness.
His interactions with Lennie, Curley’s wife, and Candy.
His resignation to discrimination and lack of hope.
Key Themes Explored:
Racial Injustice & Segregation – How Crooks is treated as inferior.
Isolation & Loneliness – Crooks as one of the most isolated characters in the novel.
Power & Powerlessness – How discrimination strips Crooks of his autonomy.
The American Dream – Why Crooks initially entertains but ultimately rejects the dream.
Literary & Structural Techniques Covered:
Symbolism – Crooks’ room as a metaphor for racial exclusion.
Dialogue & Language – How Steinbeck uses Crooks’ speech to reflect his social position.
Juxtaposition – Crooks’ intelligence vs. his social treatment.
Imagery & Setting – How Steinbeck uses description to emphasise Crooks’ isolation.
Why Use This Resource?
Ideal for GCSE English Literature coursework & exams
Helps students develop sophisticated critical analysis
Encourages discussion on historical racism and its relevance today
Provides structured guidance for writing strong analytical essays
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Aimed at Top Grade Students- Editable - IGCSE Of Mice and Men Grade 9 CONTEXT, THEMES, CHARACTERS Pack
Historical and Social Context Friendship – George, Lennie, Candy, Crooks, and Curley’s Wife The American Dream – Aspirations and Disillusionment Isolation – Race, Gender, Age, Disability, and Psychological Impact Power and Powerlessness – Class, Gender, and Social Hierarchies The Symbolism of Animals – Emotional Lives and Social Value Setting – Soledad, the Bunkhouse, Crooks’ Room, and the Dream Farm 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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iGCSE EDEXCEL Of Mice and Men CONTEXT
/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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