What do you think was Sinclair’s purpose in writing this novel about Jurgis’s life? Do you think he was trying to influence social reform? Describe your answer in at least three sentences.

The book shows that Sinclair believed reform was necessary.

The book is intended to show the world the effects of labor on workers and their families.

The book is intended to inspire and motivate people to act.

Explanation: It's On Edge :)

the group i'm selecting: greeks.

a first group of greek immigrants came to the us in the 1850s. the second group came to america starting in the 1890s due to economic opportunities they didn't have back in their home caused by the hardships of ottoman rule. greek immigration was 90% male, many of them expected to work and return to greece after earning enough capital, but ultimately had to remain in the us after the greek genocide.

the first action that caused many creek indians to turn against william mcintosh was when mcintosh a) supported the united states during the creek war of 1813–1814. b) attempted to stop the sale of creek land to the u.s. government. c) seized control of over 1,000 acres of land belonging to the creeks.