George and Lennie dream of owning a piece of land where they can have their own farm and live off the "fatta the lan'" by growing their own crops and tending to animals. They envision a life of self-sufficiency and independence.
George and Lennie's job is to find work as farm laborers during the Great Depression. They aim to save enough money to one day own their own piece of land where they can live off the fat of the land and tend to rabbits.
Lennie is most excited about living off the "fatta the lan'" and tending to the rabbits on their dream farm with George. He looks forward to having a place of their own and being able to take care of the soft animals like rabbits - something that brings him comfort and joy.
George gets angry when Slim calls Lennie a cuckoo, and defends him. He tells Slim that everyone on the farm is not smart if they do not own the land.
He tells Lennie the story of their farm.
Lennie envisioned a future where he and George would have their own farm with rabbits that he could tend and pet. This dream brought him comfort and happiness amidst the challenges of their current circumstances.
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After George kills Lennie in "Of Mice and Men," he talks with Slim about their dream of owning a farm together. Slim is a trusted and understanding individual who empathizes with George's difficult decision.
George and Lennie's dream in "Of Mice and Men" was to one day own a piece of land where they could live off the fat of the land and be their own bosses. They dreamed of having a small farm with animals and crops, where they could be independent and live a peaceful life.
In "Of Mice and Men," George and Lennie face several challenges including financial instability, discrimination due to Lennie's mental disability, and their dream of owning a farm seeming unattainable due to circumstances outside their control. Additionally, Lennie's impulse control issues and desire to touch soft things lead to tragic consequences throughout the story.
George and Lennie are attracted to the idea of owning a farm because it represents security, independence, and a place where they can live off the land and be their own bosses. For them, owning a farm symbolizes the possibility of achieving their dream of a better life and escaping the cycle of poverty and hardship they have experienced.
George and Lennie face challenges such as discrimination due to their itinerant lifestyle and Lennie's intellectual disability. Lennie's strength and inability to control his actions can also lead to dangerous situations that put their dream of owning a farm in jeopardy. Additionally, George's responsibility to protect Lennie puts a strain on their relationship and his own mental well-being.