Newsies Review

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What does the song 'Carrying the Banner' refer to?

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Selling newspapers.

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Where does Jack dream of going?

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Santa Fe.

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Who convinces Jack to keep the strike alive, or 'Something to Believe In'?

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Katherine.

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Who owns the newspaper the Newsies work for?

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Joseph Pulitzer.

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Why does Jack resist rejoining the strike?

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He learns that Katherine is Pulitzer's daughter, would be cleared of all criminal charges, and would be given enough money by Pulitzer to go to Santa Fe.

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What is the main theme of 'Newsies'?

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The struggle for workers' rights and standing up against injustice.

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What role does Katherine play in the story?

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She is a reporter who supports the Newsies and helps them in their fight.

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What is the significance of the strike in 'Newsies'?

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It represents the fight for fair treatment and better wages for workers.

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How does Jack's character develop throughout the story?

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He evolves from a self-centered individual to a leader who cares about his friends and their cause.

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What does the character Crutchie symbolize in 'Newsies'?

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He symbolizes the vulnerability of the Newsies and the impact of poverty.