George lies, telling him that Lennie is his cousin and he looks after him because he was kicked in the head by a horse as a child. Although still mistrustful, the Boss tells George and Lennie that they will be working on Slim's grain team.
<u><em>May I have Brainliest? I'm tryna rank up <3</em></u>
Not getting the praise he needs, this can make him feel like his hard work is for nothing.
Prepare what you are going to say! If you just say something without thinking first, it can escalate the situation even more. Hope this was helpful ;)