In an attempt to influence city officials, Mother Jones uses figurative language and negative connotations to imply that children are being abused so that mill owners can make money. Identify the figurative phrase in paragraph 8 and two words that convey a negative connotation. Then analyze how this phrase affects the meaning of the economic term "profit." Use context or a dictionary to help you analyze the words. Highlight evidence in the text and make annotations to explain your choices.
