How do I write an essay on why Lyddie should not sign the petition in Lyddie?

It's
clear from the question that your initial premise is thatshould not sign
the petition that pushes the factories toward treating employees better. Whatever your reason is
that is entirely up to you. There isn't a one, perfect reason for why Lyddie should not sign the
petition, but your goal should be to defend a reason that makes sense for who Lyddie is as a
character. I think one defensible reason for Lyddie to not sign the petition is that she enjoys
making money enough to put up with just about any kind of horrific working conditions. Her life
on the farm at the beginning of the book was tough, and her working conditions at the tavern
were rough too. Her work on the factory floor isn't any better, but she is being paid far
better. That monetary income and the ability it gives her in terms of purchasing power is
something that Lyddie feels as empowering. She should not sign the petition and risk being
blacklisted. If she becomes blacklisted, she will lose her ability to have...