While he was growing up, his family was very poor because of his father's failing career in sales, resulting in his inability to support his family. ... Once his family moved to New York, Upton was able to attend school. ... But no matter what the trial, Jurgis focuses on supporting his family, especially his newborn son Antanas, and believes they can be successful by honest hard work. ... The working men don't care about cleanliness or health, all they care about is making enough money to support themselves and their family. ... So the family is still functioning, but barely. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Although the institution was put into place for all children, only the rich, upper middle class citizens could afford to send their children to school without reprisal from their labor obligations in the family workplace. ... For the most part, American Socialists opposed the war, unlike their European brethren who were much more nationalistic and supported their countries armies. However, some of the more prominent American Socialists, strongly supported the war. ...

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