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English, 04.11.2020 22:30 wyattjefferds05

A theme of "Gumption" is that equal rights are often unequally distributed. How does old man Oyster’s visit to the government relief office to fight for employment for his son contribute to this theme?

He learns that in times of economic distress, employment opportunities become scarce for every citizen.

His complaints are received with indifference and scorn, although both men are offered jobs as laborers.

His protests are met with accusations and arrest, despite the fact that he is a citizen and his son is well qualified.

He receives a promise of employment for his son but later learns that the job has been given to someone less qualified.

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