Although Of Mice and Men may contain harsh dictions, this language is realistic for the time period and leads to a better understanding of the Great Depression. John Steinbeck uses many inappropriate words in dialogues, but they accurately portray the society at that time. For instance, as Carlson enters the room, he asks Curley “how’s your bitch” (35). By showing the misogynistic view men had of women at the time period, it reveals to readers the mindset people had at the time. It also exposes the students to the society and expands their horizons to understand and appreciate society’s continually evolving culture. Additionally, George refers to Lennie as a “dumb bastard”(41). However, during the time of the Great Depression, men called
