WFE question
chapt 12
uncle al want be like ring ling bros, wat be harms he be putting his team in?
that be he making them do hard work?
main character jacob say he hate that he be in love with mrlena nd hate he let both of them down. who be they nd why he say he let them down?
i think they be both the husband and wife, but i not know why he feel he let them down.
Uncle Al insists that Rosie perform in the parade -- thus endangering the team.
Jacob feels he's let Rosie and Marlena down because he didn't protect the elephant from being beaten by August.
thanks very much ms. sue :)
To answer your questions, it seems like you're referring to the book "Water for Elephants" (WFE) by Sara Gruen. Chapter 12 focuses on Uncle Al's aspirations to become like the Ringling Bros circus. Uncle Al is the owner and manager of the circus where the main character, Jacob, is working.
In this chapter, Uncle Al puts his team in harm's way by making them do hard work. This refers to the dangerous and physically demanding tasks that the circus performers and workers are required to perform. This includes activities such as acrobatics, animal training, and setting up the circus tent.
Regarding the statement from Jacob about being in love with Marlena and feeling like he let both of them down, Marlena is a performer in the circus and the wife of another character named August. Jacob develops romantic feelings for Marlena despite her being married. Jacob feels guilty for falling in love with her, as it puts a strain on his relationship with August and Marlena's trust in him.
Additionally, Jacob feels that he let both Marlena and August down because he was unable to protect Marlena from August's abusive behavior. August, who is also a performer in the circus, becomes increasingly jealous and violent towards Marlena and Jacob as he senses their growing connection.
Overall, this chapter explores the harsh realities of circus life, including the dangerous work environment, complicated relationships, and the emotional turmoil faced by the characters.