💪Jurgis' determination to provide for his family drives him to find employment in packing town.
🚫Jurgis is blacklisted after attacking Conner, making it difficult for him to secure employment.
💰Jurgis manages to earn $2 a day at Harvester Trust, but his job and income are unstable.
🍻Jurgis falls into alcoholism, further contributing to the financial struggles of his family.
👩👧👦Teta Elzbieta's resourcefulness and dedication to her family highlight the importance of family values.
What motivates Jurgis to find a job in packing town?
—Jurgis is driven by his desire to support his family and provide for their basic needs.
Why is Jurgis blacklisted?
—Jurgis is blacklisted after attacking Conner, which circulates his name among the factories in packing town.
How much does Jurgis earn on a daily basis?
—Jurgis manages to earn nearly $2 a day at Harvester Trust.
What contributes to Jurgis' downward spiral into alcoholism?
—Jurgis' inability to find stable employment and the financial struggles of his family lead him to seek solace in alcohol.
What does Teta Elzbieta's character represent?
—Teta Elzbieta's character symbolizes the importance of family values and resilience in the face of adversity.
00:09Jurgis returns home after drinking and vows to find a job.
00:13Jurgis discovers he is blacklisted after attacking Conner.
00:19Jurgis finds a job at Harvester Trust, earning piecework wages.
01:00The factory closes, and Jurgis' family relies on begging to survive.
01:25Jurgis falls into alcoholism, further burdening his family.
01:46Teta Elzbieta pays for the funeral instead of food, emphasizing the importance of family traditions.
01:58Jurgis is harassed by Conner, who continues to have him blacklisted.
02:08Being blacklisted highlights the corruption of capitalism and the power it holds over employees.
