The Jungle (Conditions at the Slaughterhouse) 1. When was The Jungle written? Why do you think the book was written at this time?

2. Describe the tasks performed by workers at the slaughterhouse.

3. Describe the job of government inspector? How well did he perform his job?

4. List and describe some of the physical dangers/complications of working in the meatpacking industry (pp. 140-141).

5. What happened to spoiled hams, sausages and other meat ill-suited for human consumption?