Of Mice and Men Vocabulary

the shape or manner in which things come together; an event that occurs at a critical time

having spots or patches of color

lying down; in a position of comfort or rest

a foot traveler; someone who goes on an extended walk; travel on foot, especially on a walking expedition; walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud

talk in a monotonous voice; an unchanging intonation

move heavily or clumsily; the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material

in a blunt direct manner

a performance using gestures and movements without words; act out without words but with gestures and bodily movements only

shake with fast, tremulous movements; move back and forth very rapidly; a shaky motion

laugh at with contempt and derision; treat with contemptuous disregard

filled with a great quantity; burdened psychologically or mentally; fill or place a load on

something causing misery or death; punish severely; cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly

vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment; derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

a stiff hair; rise up as in fear; react in an offended or angry manner

ready and able to resort to force or violence; tough and callous by virtue of experience