Chapter 2:



Chapter 2:

1. Why did Jurgis’s and Ona’s family decide to go to America?

2. How do they first encounter dishonesty?

3. What are their expectations for their new life in America?

4. List all the adjectives on page 29 that describe the Chicago they saw.

5. Describe the neighborhoods of Packingtown.

Chapter 3

1. What is Jurgis’s expectations for his new job?

2. What is the hog-squeal of the universe?

3. What is the purpose of the government inspector? Describe him.

Chapter 4

1. What are Jurgis’s plans for everyone in their new, relocated family?

2. Describe the real-estate agent.

3. What is Jokubas’s advice for the family in the purchase of real estate?

4. Why does the family prefer to buy rather than rent?

Chapter 5

1. 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.

2. How are unions explained to Jurgis?

3. Why is Antanas having difficulty getting a job?

4. How are strong workers, hard working employees treated at the packing plants?

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