🏠The family experiences financial difficulties, including a flooded house and expired insurance policy.
💰Jurgis insists on a male doctor for Ona's pregnancy, despite the high cost.
👩⚖️Ona faces discrimination at work and is fired for her union membership.
👶The chapter ends with the birth of their son, Antonis, bringing joy to the family.
😔The family's constant deprivation and hardships degrade their quality of life and humanity.
What financial difficulties does the family face?
—The family deals with a flooded house and an expired insurance policy.
Why does Jurgis insist on a male doctor for Ona?
—Jurgis believes a male doctor will provide better care, despite the higher cost.
Why is Ona fired from her job?
—Ona is fired after protesting against a corrupt forewoman who doesn't pay her fairly.
How does the chapter end?
—The chapter ends with the birth of their son, Antonis, bringing joy to the family.
How do the constant hardships affect the family?
—The family's constant deprivation and hardships degrade their quality of life and humanity.
00:14The family's house is flooded due to a burst water pipe.
00:36They discover their homeowners insurance policy has expired.
00:59Maria's canning factory reopens, providing temporary relief.
01:01Maria is fired after protesting against a corrupt forewoman.
01:08Jurgis insists on a male doctor for Ona's pregnancy.
01:24Ona faces discrimination from a forewoman who dislikes her.
01:34The chapter ends with the birth of their son, Antonis.
02:10The family's constant hardships degrade their humanity.
