Jurgis and Ona's Struggles in Chicago

A Lithuanian family moves to Chicago, seeking a better life in the meatpacking industry. Jurgis, the protagonist, faces numerous challenges, including harsh working conditions, financial struggles, and personal tragedies. As the family endures loss and betrayal, Jurgis becomes entangled in crime and political corruption. Eventually, he finds hope in socialism, which offers a new perspective on his experiences. The story highlights the harsh realities of immigrant life and the pursuit of the American Dream.

What industry does Jurgis find work in when he arrives in Chicago?

• Automobile

• Construction

• Meatpacking

• Textile

What financial decision does Jurgis' family make that adds to their burdens?

• Investing in stocks

• Buying a house on credit

• Starting a business

• Taking a vacation

What event puts Jurgis and Ona into further debt after their marriage?

• A failed business venture

• A medical emergency

• The wedding and feast

• Buying a new car

What causes Jurgis to become interested in politics?

• A family member's influence

• Reading a political book

• A political rally

• Being recruited to vote for a candidate

What leads to Jurgis' imprisonment?

• Protesting against working conditions

• Assaulting Ona's boss

• Failing to pay debts

• Stealing from his employer

What tragedy befalls Jurgis' family while he is in jail?

• Antanas is kidnapped

• The house burns down

• Ona and the newborn die

• Marija is arrested

How does Jurgis initially survive after leaving his family?

• Joining the military

• Becoming a tramp

• Starting a business

• Working in a factory

What role does Jurgis take on during the political campaign?

• Campaign manager

• Campaign worker

• Public speaker

• Political strategist

What movement does Jurgis become involved in towards the end of the story?

• Anarchism

• Socialism

• Capitalism

• Environmentalism

What job does Jurgis find after embracing socialism?

• Teacher

• Political advisor

• Hotel porter

• Factory worker