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Because he was not making enough money selling cotton.
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Why must papa work at another job and what is the work and where does he do it on Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry?
Papa works at the railroad to supplement the family's income. He is a master mechanic and works on maintaining the trains. He does this job in addition to managing the family's land and finances to provide for his family during the Great Depression.
What would the money papa made on the railroad have paid for in roll of thunder?
the money from railroad would pay for taxes and the mortgage
How do i get a railroad pass?
Work for a railroad.
Where and why is Papa working on the Railroad in the book Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry?
Papa works on the railroad in Louisiana, traveling there because it's difficult for African American men to find work closer to home where racism is prevalent. Despite the dangerous conditions, Papa takes the job to provide for his family and save their land from foreclosure.
Who plays mr morrison in Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry?
Mr. Morrison is one of Papa's friends from his job at the railroad. Mr. Morrison was sent by Papa to help around the Logan family (Mama, Big Ma, Stacey, Cassie, Christopher John, and Little Man) while Papa is at work and away from home. Mr. Morrison is characterized as a tall, strong, and quiet man, yet very protective of the children. He is African-American as well and plays big roles in the story.
How long must one work for the railroad full time to qualify for a railroad pension Under the Railroad Retirement Act?
I am thinking it is 10 years. If you want to research it yourself go to www.rrb.gov and look on the Railroad Retirement Boards website.
How does dogs go to work?
They usually take taxis, and some have bikes, but I'm not sure, ask you papa! :P
What is you have been working on the railroad about?
I've been working on the railroad is about how the railroad was made. It is also about the trains and how they work. It is mostly about work in the olden days.
What is dad in Spanish?
papa or padre.. both work... mother is mama or madre
For whom did Larry Donovan ntonias fianc work?
the railroad
What do you need to work at papa johns?
A pulse..
What was the first railroad to go through Montana?
It was the Transcontinental Railroad.
