Comparing The Atmosphere In John Steinbeck's Of Mice And Men

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The atmosphere of the ranch and bunkhouse was unpleasant. For example when George and Lennie arrived the first person said “ The boss was expectin’ you last night.” the old man said. “he was sore as hell when you wasn't here to go out this morning”(18). This quote explains that the boss has a temper, he was really angry. Right off the bat they were not off to a good start. Lennie and George were going to have to explain to the boss as to why they were late and hope that they don't get fired before they have even started. This next quote shows that the boss does have a temper. In the book it says “the stable buck’s a nigger.” “Nigger huh?” “Yeah. Nice fella too. Got a crooked back where a horse kicked him. The boss gives him hell when he’s

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