Assignment
Characterization Project Curley's Wife
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University:
Appalachian State University -
Course:
FIN 5500 | Independent Study Academic year:
2024
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Pages:
10
Author:
Jayden Jendreas
Characterization project
Curley's wife
By Jayden Jendeas Feelings/Heart
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Main Feelings: Loneliness, Frustration, Desire for Recognition, Rebellion
Symbols:
a.
Red Lipstick - Represents her desire for attention and beauty.
b.
A Broken Mirror - Symbolizes her fractured identity.
c.
A Closed Door - Represents her isolation from the men on the ranch.
d.
A Flower - Symbolizes beauty and her longing for companionship. Summary of Feelings/Heart
Slide
Curley's Wife experiences profound loneliness and frustration throughout the novel. The red lipstick symbolizes her desire
for attention and validation, as she feels invisible to the ranch workers. The broken mirror reflects her fractured identity
and the role society assigns her as just Curley’s property. The closed door indicates her isolation, while the flower
symbolizes her yearning for beauty and affection in a world that dismisses her worth. American Dream
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American Dream: To attain recognition and a fulfilling life away from the ranch
Obstacles: Gender Discrimination, Misunderstanding by Others
Symbols:
1.
A White Pickett Fence - Represents her dream of an ideal life and stability.
2.
Chains - Illustrate the constraints of her marriage and societal expectations. Summary of American
Dream Slide
Curley's Wife dreams of a life where she is recognized and valued as an individual, free from the constraints of her
oppressive marriage. The white picket fence symbolizes her desire for a stable, fulfilling life that she envisions outside the
boundaries of the ranch. However she faces significant obstacles, represented by the chains which the limitations placed
upon her by gender discrimination and the misunderstanding of the men around her. Her dreams remain forever out of
reach, mirroring the experiences of many women of her time. Character’s Dialogue
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2.
Dialogue Line 1: "I got a right to talk to nobody. I could get along so easy." (Steinbeck 87)
Dialogue Line 2: "I seen more guys than you can imagine... They come, an’ they quit an’ go on; an’ every damn
one of ‘em’s got a little piece of land in his head." (Steinbeck 88) Summary of Character’s
Dialogue Slide
Curley's Wife’s first quote reveals her extreme loneliness while emphasizing her right to communicate and form
connections. It shows the suffocating isolation she confronts daily on the ranch. The second quote provides insight into
her understanding of the male characters' dreams while it also reflects her own feelings of envy, revealing a deeper layer
to her character. Both quotes illustrate her desire for companionship and recognition, making her an essential figure in the
narrative. Other Characters' Dialogue
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2.
Quote 1: "She’s jailbait all right." - George (Steinbeck 32)
Quote 2: "Curley’s in here. You’re just looking for trouble." - Candy (Steinbeck 85) Summary of Other Characters' Dialogue Slide
George’s quote underscores the perception of Curley’s Wife as a dangerous figure, which reinforces her isolation and
how others view her through a misogynistic lens. This perception reduces her identity to an object of temptation rather
than a person with dreams and feelings. Candy's comment highlights the fear and lack of respect the men have for her,
further showcasing how her character is underestimated and marginalized within the ranch community. Together, these
dialogues illustrate societal attitudes that contribute to her. Poem
(Curley’s Wife's Voice)
I’m lonely,
A flower in the dust,
With red lips, searching
For dreams, lost in the chains,
I see them come and go,
Just a shadow in the doorway,
Nobody to talk to,
Each man blind to my heart.
They say I’m trouble,
Yet all I want is a glance,
Recognition beyond this ranch,
Where love softly lingers.
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