The Jungle

Why does Jurgis, who is grieving for Ona, decide to look for work again?

chapter twenty.

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Without other options, Jurgis makes the conscious choice to remain in Chicago and care for his child. Jurgis feels a duty towards his boy and commits to staying and working to support him. It is difficult for Jurgis because he has now been blacklisted by employers.

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