Out of This Furnace Study Quiz
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Out of This Furnace Study Quiz

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How old is Mike Dorbrejcak?

25

At the beginning of Part 2 Chapter 1, what year is it?

1900

How long has Dorbrejcak been in America?

11 years

Where does Dorbrejcak work?

<p>The mill</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much does Dorbrejcak earn an hour?

<p>14 cents</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mike's younger brother?

<p>Joe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Carnegie sell his steel plants to?

<p>JP Morgan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What corporation is formed after the sale of the steel plants?

<p>U.S. Steel Corp</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the new corporation not tolerate?

<p>Unions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Mike Dorbrejcak marry?

<p>Mary</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is John Joseph?

<p>Mike's son</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who votes for the first time in Part 2 Chapter 5?

<p>Mike</p> Signup and view all the answers

At the beginning of Part 2 Chapter 6, who gives Mary lessons about running a boarding house?

<p>Dorta</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who visits Mary and Mike in the spring?

<p>George</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are some of the company's workers fired during the election year?

<p>The workers won't follow the company's voting directive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

For what party does Mike vote in the election?

<p>Republican</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do some men do when they lose their jobs?

<p>Join the military</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many boarders live with Mike and Mary?

<p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Mike and Mary decide about their boarding business?

<p>To end the business</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Agnes?

<p>Mike and Mary's daughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

At the end of Part 2 Chapter 10, where are Mike and Mary living?

<p>In Washington</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes Mike and Mary happy about their boarding business decision?

<p>They are happy to be alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Mike and Mary missing at the end of Part 2 Chapter 10?

<p>The money from the boarding business</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what state are Mike and Mary's finances at the end of Part 2 Chapter 10?

<p>They are using their savings</p> Signup and view all the answers

At the beginning of Part 2 Chapter 11, who does Mike plan on meeting later for a drink?

<p>Bodnar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plan does Mary have to help with finances?

<p>To move to a larger house and take in boarders</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the steel mill indicating to workers during mid-term elections?

<p>How workers should vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is provided to the workers by the steel mill on election day?

<p>Sample ballots</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which candidate is Mike's choice in the election?

<p>Eugene Debs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What political party does Mike's candidate represent?

<p>Socialist</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mike expect to happen after he votes?

<p>He expects to be fired</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Mike after the election?

<p>He receives his usual pay</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does George collect accident compensation?

<p>George fractures his arm</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mary baking a birthday cake for in Part 1 Chapter 5?

<p>Johnnie</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who breaks the news to Mary about Mike's death?

<p>George</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character and Setting Details

  • Mike Dorbrejcak is 25 years old and has been in America for 11 years.
  • He works at a mill earning 14 cents an hour.
  • Mike is married to Mary and they have a son named John Joseph and a daughter named Agnes.

Timeline and Historical Context

  • The narrative begins in 1900, marking significant events in the lives of immigrants and workers in America.
  • Mike votes for the first time in Part 2, Chapter 5, participating in the democratic process.

Company and Political Affiliations

  • Carnegie sells his steel plants to JP Morgan, leading to the formation of U.S. Steel Corp, which does not tolerate unions.
  • During election years, workers may be fired for not adhering to company voting directives.

Personal Struggles and Decisions

  • Mike and Mary decide to end their boarding business, expressing happiness about being alone, despite missing the income it provided.
  • At the end of Part 2, Chapter 10, Mike and Mary live in Washington and are utilizing their savings.

Political Engagement

  • Mike votes for the Republican Party, but his preferred candidate, Eugene Debs, represents the Socialist Party.
  • The steel mill tries to influence worker voting by providing sample ballots on election day.

Events Following the Election

  • Mike expects to be fired after voting for Debs but continues to receive his usual pay.
  • George, a character in the story, experiences a fracture and collects accident compensation, highlighting workplace hazards.

Relationships and Community

  • Dorta provides Mary with lessons on managing a boarding house, showing the importance of mentorship in their community.
  • George visits Mike and Mary, serving as a connection between characters, especially during difficult times.

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Test your knowledge of key facts from 'Out of This Furnace'. This quiz covers important details about the characters and events from the book, focusing particularly on the early life of Mike Dorbrejcak. Perfect for students preparing for discussions or exams.

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