Smith Family Drama
Join us as the Smith’s live life in the US.
Previously on Smith Famiy Drama:
Looking for a Job
Family's Living Facilities
Smith Family Photo
Becoming Okies and traveling to California
Okies were used to farming, so when the left for California, they were forced into getting jobs at farms with terrible working conditions. Okies were also discriminated against and residents were given the better jobs, leaving the Okies with the terrible jobs.
About Us
We are the authors
Jamee Taylor
Richie Runnells
Location: Albia Community School District, Benton Avenue East, Albia, IA, United States
Questions
What is an Okie?
- An Okie is a Oklahoma native.
Why are they traveling to California?
- They are looking for jobs and better lives.
How are they getting there.
- Most Okies have to hitch hike.
What do they find once they are in California?
- Terrible jobs and discrimination