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Okies Have Lice

Surrounding communities resented the newcomers. Some locals assumed that, because Okies were poor, they deserved to be poor -- had brought poverty upon themselves through laziness, ignorance, and "immorality." Too often, Okie children met bias in school. "The better dressed children shout and jeer," a parent told John Steinbeck. "The teachers are quite often impatient with these additions to their duties, and the parents of the 'nice' children do not want to have disease carriers in their schools." After all, everyone just "knew" that "Okies have lice."

—Years of Dust, Albert Marrin

How does the photo support the sidebar about how migrant children were treated? Check all that apply.

It shows how people felt about the children.
It shows why children needed medical attention.
It shows the way migrant children dressed.
It shows how migrant children had to work.
It shows feelings of sadness from unfair treatment.

Answer 1

To determine how the photo might support the sidebar about how migrant children were treated, we need to consider the various options provided. Based on the information from the sidebar:

1. It shows how people felt about the children. - This could be relevant if the photo depicts negative attitudes or reactions from others toward migrant children, such as disdain or ridicule.

2. It shows why children needed medical attention. - If the photo highlights any health issues, such as visible signs of lice or other medical concerns, it would support the sidebar's theme about the treatment of children.

3. It shows the way migrant children dressed. - If the photo illustrates the clothing of migrant children and reflects their economic hardships, it could be pertinent to the sidebar's points on bias based on appearances.

4. It shows how migrant children had to work. - If the photo depicts children working hard, it would align with the sidebar's context of their difficult lives and social standing.

5. It shows feelings of sadness from unfair treatment. - If the expressions or situations captured in the photo convey sorrow or defeat due to discrimination, it would resonate with the sidebar's narrative on their experiences.

To accurately select the applicable options, consideration of the specific content and context of the photo is essential. Without that visual evidence, it is challenging to definitively choose the correct answers. However, options that relate to the social perceptions, health needs, hardships, and emotional states of the migrant children are likely to be the most relevant.