Answer:
An expert's opinion provides historical background of an important concept.
Explanation:
The text presented in the question above, presents us information about the labor practices used in the fast food industry adopted in the beginning of the 20th century. To give veracity and relevance to this information, the text presents the report and opinions of Alfred D. Chancler, a business historian. The presence of an expert like Alfred, makes the text more versatile and specific, since we know that an expert will provide true information about these labor practices. Thus, we can state that the text presents evidence developed by an expert, who provides real historical concepts to confirm that the information contained in the text is true.
The main conflict is defeating the storm.
Actually a convergence of three storms onto one Geographic location. Yikes!
Other conflicts include the shrimper's need to make more money by taking one last trip out to sea even though it was the dangerous season. The shrimper's wives obviously don't want them to go out again as they worry and don't like to be alone.
The shrimp boat owner encourages one last trip as he wants more money as well.
The shrimpers risk losing their jobs if they refuse to make the last trip.
compassion, close knitted, caring, understanding
