Obnoxious could be a word to define Jurgis' behavior. A corollary of this proposition of course was, that any one who refused to receive the new gospel was personally responsible for keeping Jurgis from his heart's desire; and this, alas, made him uncomfortable as an acquaintance.
The term that least describes the author's tone toward Jurgis' behavior in "The Jungle" is approving. Sinclair's portrayal of Jurgis' experiences in the meatpacking industry is critical and often exposes the harsh realities of working-class life.
Jurgis Dobkevičius was born in 1900.
Jurgis Blekaitis was born in 1917.
Jurgis Blekaitis died in 2007.
Jurgis Jurgelis was born in 1942.
Jurgis Karnavičius was born in 1957.
Jurgis Kunčinas was born in 1947.
Jurgis Kunčinas died in 2002.
Jurgis Kairys was born in 1952.
Jurgis Dobkevičius died in 1926.
Jurgis Bielinis died in 1918.
A carefree. Jurgis' behavior in this reading passage is more accurately described as despondent, as he is lamenting his difficult circumstances and feeling hopeless about his future. He is not displaying a carefree attitude.