Question

In which of the following ways does the author portray women as a negative influence? A. From the viewpoint of most of the characters, Curley's wife seems to represent trouble. B. Curley distrusts his own young wife. C. Lennie's aunt gives Lennie small animals to pet because he likes them. D. None of the ranch hands have wives.

Answer 1

I would say D. None of the ranch hands have wives.


For one thing, you can use process of elimination here.

C is not relevant AT ALL.
A and B only talk negatively about a specific woman, so they don't portray ALL women to have a negative influence. 

And for another thing, I've watched enough westerns to know that most ranch foremen only allowed single men to work on the ranch. I guess they were worried about their commitment. Basically, a woman would be a "distraction".

Which can be considered a "negative influence". 

Especially in my case.

I hope this helped, sorry the answer was late. Baiii <33

Answer 2

I would think the answer is A. hope that helped out.