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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jurgis think the system of meatpacking is so efficient?
(a) Because of the workers
(b) Because it uses every part of the pig
(c) Because of the machines
(d) Because it is so fast

2. Where does Jurgis wait instead of going in to meet his boss?
(a) Outside with the unemployed workers
(b) At the bus stop
(c) At the main office
(d) At home

3. Who is the character in charge of the wedding?
(a) Stanislovas
(b) Elzbieta
(c) Ona
(d) Marija

4. What does Jurgis think works against the American ideal of individuality?
(a) Stockyards
(b) Unions
(c) Bosses
(d) Assembly line work

5. What happens to the unborn calves of the slaughtered cows?
(a) They are taken away
(b) They are killed too
(c) They are raised into adulthood
(d) They are sold

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jurgis hope for Stanislovas to do?

2. Who is the leader of the band at the wedding reception?

3. Where does Jurgis go to look for work?

4. What barrier does not stand in the way of Jurgis getting a job?

5. How old is Ona at her wedding?

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