Curley is portrayed as an insecure hothead, who feels the need to prove himself. So, when someone like Lennie comes onto the ranch, Curley targets him. Immediately, he gives a threatening stance with his fist clenched when he sees George and Lennie, and when Lennie does not speak, Curley threatens him with these words:
Curley lashed his body around. “By Christ, he’s gotta talk when he’s spoke to...Well, nex’ time you answer when you’re spoke to.”
At another time, Curley storms into the ranch to look for his wife. The men do not like his accusatory tone. They confront him, especially Slim, whom everyone respects, and Curley backs down. However, Curley notices that Lennie is laughing. When this happens, Curley cannot take it. He says:
Then Curley’s rage exploded. “Come on, ya big bastard. Get up on your feet. No big son-of-a-bitch is gonna laugh at me. I’ll show ya who’s yella.”
After these words, Curley begins to swing at him, until Lennie fights back and breaks his hand. Curley got what was coming to him.
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