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Upton SinclairThe Jungle
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1905A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Exam Answer Key
Multiple Choice
1. A (Chapter 1)
2. B (Chapter 1)
3. D (Chapter 2)
4. D (Chapter 3)
5. A (Chapters 1-5)
6. B (Chapter 5/ various chapters )
7. B (Chapter 6)
8. C (Chapter 9)
9. D (Chapter 11)
10. D (Chapter 19)
11. B (Chapter 21)
12. A (Chapter 22)
13. B (Chapter 28)
14. D (Chapters 1-28)
15. A (Various chapters )
Long Answer
1. Sinclair uses vivid imagery to describe the conditions of the slums, stockyards, and general living conditions in Packingtown. Sinclair uses this imagery to evoke pathos in the reader and turn public opinion to change policies. (Various chapters)
2. Dede Antanas dies because of an infection from work; Ona dies during a premature childbirth; Antanas dies from falling from a sidewalk into the road; and Stanislovas dies from being eaten by rats. All of these deaths could have been prevented with better regulations and fair compensation for workers. Specifically, Antanas and Stanislovas could have lived if there were regulations regarding health and sanitation and child labor in their workplaces.
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