Before we start reading.... The Historical context of Of Mice and Men

Research answers to the following questions and then type/write up detailed responses (3-4 sentences) for each.

1.What was the name of the financial disaster that occurred in America in 1929?

2.How did this man-made disaster contribute to the Great Depression?

3.In 1931, what became known as the Dust Bowl began. What was this and what caused it?

4.How did this natural disaster contribute to the Great Depression?

5.Describe the idea behind the American Dream.