Of Mice and Men

of Mice and Men

What explanation of Lennie's mental condition is given? Is it accurate? Why or why not?

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He got kicked in the head by a horse when he was a kid. He's awright. Just ain't bright. But he can do anything you tell him."

This is the only explanation we're given as to how Lennie's disability originated. He may have been kicked in the head..... he may have been born with it.

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