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How Does Steinbeck Show Loyalty In Of Mice And Men

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“Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck, shows us the importance of friendship, loyalty, and dream chasing. John Steinbeck shows this through the life of George and Lennie and all their trials and tribulations they faced in their life. In the book “Of Mice and Men”, we see the bond George and Lennie have and the goal they share that they try to reach together. George constantly complains about the hassle he has to put up with because of Lenny, the most important character. “God a'mighty, if I was alone I could live so easy", while he may say this to Lenny he actually doesn’t mean it and appreciates Lenny’s company. George said to Slim “I seen the guys that go around on the ranches alone. That ain't no good. They don't have no fun” which is evidence to show George likes Lenny’s company. Lenny benefits the most from this because George keeps Lennie in check "I got you to look after me, and you got me to look after you". …show more content…

George had Lenny’s back since they were young, always taking Lenny with him, guiding him, and even covering for him when need be.George has not left Lennie alone by himself in the dangerous situation that has happened in Weed. George goes as far as telling Lennie where to hide if he gets in trouble,“if you jus' happen to get in trouble like you always done before, I want you to come right here an' hide in the brush”. George sees Lenny as a little brother because he has always took care of him, this makes Lennie loyal to

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