Chapter+5

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1.Describe the reality of this statement: “the zeal of the people, to see that his health and happiness were provided for.” (57) 2.What is the purpose of advertising today? How does it compare to the advertisements described on pages 57 and 58? 3.The family is learning about credit in America. Explain the system and how it compares to the process of making large purchases in our country today. 4.How does Jurgis feel about his job? How does it compare to how the other men feel about their work? 5.How are unions explained to Jurgis? What is his perception of the unions? 6.Why is Antanas having difficulty getting a job? 7.Describe graft. 8.How does Tamoszius explain the pecking order of the industry to Jurgis? 9.How well is a good work ethic rewarded at the packing plants? How are the strong, hard-working employees treated? 10. What transformation is taking place in the family as they work and witness events around them? How is their “faith in America” slowly being shattered?