Chapter 4 in Of Mice and Men, paints a very realistic portrait of racism in the 1930s. Discuss at least two ways in which racism is explored in this chapter. Include quotes and your own analysis of key moments in this chapter that clearly demonstrate the racism that existed in the American 1930s. What do readers understand about racism as a result of reading this chapter?
Check out this article titled, "Racial Segregation in the American South: Jim Crow Laws" to gain a better understanding of the timeline of racial segregation in America.
In Chapter 4 in Of Mice and Men, we know more about Crooks and his role on the ranch. Page 68 states that Crooks said " 'Cause I'm black. They play cards in there, but I can't play because I'm black. They say I stink. Well, I tell you, all of you stink to me." It's really depressing that Crooks is judged on his skin tone, so he feels like he's force to act that same way back, its a shame that they can't just be friends. The fact that he has to be separated into his own room, and hate them as much as they hate him, is really bad.
This chapter introduces readers to the segragation & racism in the 1930's. How African Americans weren't treated fairly .Crooks is discriminated in this chapter because he can't be in the bunkhouse as allo the other workers on the ranch.
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