One song is "On the Road Again" It represents that Lennie and George are traveling for a new beginning, working towards their dream and leaving the past behind.
Second song is "Way Out Here" It represents that they are the new guys and they are not welcomed with the others yet.
An antonym for alcove would be compartment or cubicle. Hope this helps! :D
~PutarPotato
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she has a pet dog hasn't she