Labor TestYou are a factory worker in the sprawling industrial complex of SteelHeart Manufacturing. The work is hard, the hours long, and the air is thick with the relentless din of machinery. You've been here for years, watching your hopes slowly grind down like the parts you assemble.
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It's another early morning as you clock in at the factory. The fluorescent lights flicker overhead, casting long shadows across the concrete floor. As you don your safety gear, you're faced with a choice on how to start your day:
[[Head straight to your station and begin work immediately.|1BadA]]
[[Stop by the break room for a quick cup of coffee.]]
{(set: $time to 8)}
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"Option", "Hours",
"Work as usual", 1,
"Work on my resume", 1,
"Try and learn a new skill", 1,
"Waste time on my phone", 1,
"Talk to others about the risks of a union", 1,
"Talk to others about the benefits of a union", 1,
))
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(set: $packedItems to "")
{(set: $surveylink to it + "?WorkCondition=" + (text:"Good"))}You immerse yourself in the monotony of your tasks, but your supervisor criticizes you for a minor mistake, deducting from your day's pay. The machinery seems to mock your efforts, each error a reflection of the futility of your labor.
[[Another day, another dollar.|Day2B]]
{(set: $surveylink to it + "&Day1Choice=" + (text:"A"))}In the break room, you overhear coworkers whispering about cutbacks and increased quotas. Your coffee turns bitter with the news. Your day is a series of rushed tasks, each one sloppier than the last, leading to a stern warning from your boss.
[[Another day, another dollar.|Day2B]]
{(set: $surveylink to it + "&Day1Choice=" + (text:"B"))}As weeks pass, the work environment deteriorates. Safety measures are neglected, and benefits are slashed. Your body aches with the strain of overtime hours, and you're faced with another critical choice when your supervisor approaches you with an unfair demand:
[[Accept the extra unpaid overtime to keep your job.]]
[[Refuse the demand and stand up for your rights.]]You work the extra hours, sacrificing your health and personal time. Despite your dedication, your boss barely acknowledges your effort, and rumors of layoffs begin to swirl.
[[It's a tough economy. We'll pull through.|Day3B]]Your refusal earns you a mark as a troublemaker. You're given the worst assignments, and your job security hangs by a thread.
[[It's a tough economy. We'll pull through.|Day3B]]
In the relentless rhythm of the factory, the days blur into one another, each bringing its own set of challenges. The recent cuts and demands have taken a toll not just on you, but on all your coworkers. The atmosphere is electric with tension, a mishap waiting to happen. And then, it does. A safety oversight leads to a minor accident at your station. Though you're not hurt, the incident leaves you shaken and at a crossroads with how to handle the aftermath. Your boss approaches, face set in a hard line.
[[Report the safety oversight, risking retribution but potentially preventing future accidents.]]
[[Keep quiet, fearing the consequences of speaking out in an environment that's increasingly unforgiving.]]You decide to report the oversight, standing by the truth of what happened. Your report is met with cold indifference; the factory's bottom line, it seems, is more important than worker safety. You're reprimanded for being a troublemaker, and your hours are cut in retaliation. The message is clear: silence is safety.
[[I did the right thing.|Day4B]]Choosing silence, you swallow the unease and frustration, a decision that weighs heavily on you. Word spreads quickly, and your coworkers view you with a mix of understanding and disappointment, and stop asking you to cover their shifts, hurting your ability to make overtime pay. The factory's conditions worsen, as do the feelings of helplessness and isolation among your peers.
[[I did the right thing.|Day4B]]Tensions at the factory reach a boiling point. Accidents become more frequent, and morale is at an all-time low. You start to question whether it's worth continuing like this. Then, one day, as you sit exhausted and contemplating your future during a particularly grueling shift, a coworker you've rarely spoken to slides into the seat next to you at lunch. They look around cautiously before speaking in a hushed tone.
"Do you ever think about how things could be different here?" they ask. "What if we had a say in our working conditions... what if we could actually make things better?"
[[Dismiss their questions and change the subject.|NoUnion]]
[[Express your frustrations and agree that something needs to change.|YesUnion]]
The conversation ends abruptly, and you return to your routine, a sinking feeling in your stomach. You've chosen the path of least resistance, but at what cost?
[[Let's get to work.|DecideTime]]
Your coworker nods, eyes lighting up. "I've been talking with a few others," they whisper. "There's a meeting tonight. We're thinking about forming a union, to fight for our rights, for fair pay, safer working conditions... for respect. Are you in?"
[[Let's get to work.|DecideTime]]It's another early morning as you clock in at the factory. The fluorescent lights flicker overhead, casting long shadows across the concrete floor. As you don your safety gear, you're faced with a choice on how to start your day:
[[Head straight to your station and begin work immediately.|1GoodA]]
[[Stop by the break room for a quick cup of coffee.|1GoodB]]
{(set: $time to 8)}
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(set: $items to (datamap:
"Option", "Hours",
"Work as usual", 1,
"Work on my resume", 1,
"Try and learn a new skill", 1,
"Waste time on my phone", 1,
"Talk to others about the risks of a union", 1,
"Talk to others about the benefits of a union", 1,
))
}
(set: $packedItems to "")
{(set: $surveylink to it + "?WorkCondition=" + (text:"Good"))}The break room chat provides a tip about a new efficiency technique. Implementing it not only makes your day easier but also catches the attention of your supervisor, who appreciates your initiative and adaptability, reflecting positively on your performance review.
[[Another day, another dollar.|Day2G]]
{(set: $surveylink to it + "&Day1Choice=" + (text:"B"))}Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed. Your supervisor, impressed by your punctuality and focus, commends your work ethic in front of the team, boosting your morale and setting a positive tone for the day ahead.
[[Another day, another dollar.|Day2G]]
{(set: $surveylink to it + "&Day1Choice=" + (text:"A"))}As weeks pass, the work environment deteriorates. Safety measures are neglected, and benefits are slashed. Your body aches with the strain of overtime hours, and you're faced with another critical choice when your supervisor approaches you with an unfair demand:
[[Accept the extra unpaid overtime to keep your job.|2GoodA]]
[[Refuse the demand and stand up for your rights.|2GoodB]]To your surprise, your acceptance of extra work leads to a private discussion where your supervisor apologizes for the oversight, recognizing your dedication with a bonus and promising to address the overtime issue.
[[It's a tough economy. We'll pull through.|Day3G]]Your bold stance resonates with your supervisor, who had been unaware of the extent of the demands placed on the team. This leads to a constructive conversation about work-life balance, resulting in an improved schedule for everyone.
[[It's a tough economy. We'll pull through.|Day3G]]In the relentless rhythm of the factory, the days blur into one another, each bringing its own set of challenges. The recent cuts and demands have taken a toll not just on you, but on all your coworkers. The atmosphere is electric with tension, a mishap waiting to happen. And then, it does. A safety oversight leads to a minor accident at your station. Though you're not hurt, the incident leaves you shaken and at a crossroads with how to handle the aftermath. Your boss approaches, face set in a hard line.
[[Report the safety oversight, risking retribution but potentially preventing future accidents.|3GoodA]]
[[Keep quiet, fearing the consequences of speaking out in an environment that's increasingly unforgiving.|3GoodB]]Your honesty leads to a thorough investigation, which not only improves safety protocols but also earns you recognition as a proactive and caring team member. This act of courage fosters a safer and more open workplace culture.
[[I did the right thing.|Day4G]]Your decision to stay silent is met with unexpected support from your coworkers who share your concerns, leading to a collective decision to approach management together. This unity prompts a positive overhaul of safety measures and communication channels, improving the work environment for everyone.
[[I did the right thing.|Day4G]]Tensions at the factory reach a boiling point. Accidents become more frequent, and morale is at an all-time low. You start to question whether it's worth continuing like this. Then, one day, as you sit exhausted and contemplating your future during a particularly grueling shift, a coworker you've rarely spoken to slides into the seat next to you at lunch. They look around cautiously before speaking in a hushed tone.
"Do you ever think about how things could be different here?" they ask. "What if we had a say in our working conditions... what if we could actually make things better?"
[[Dismiss their questions and change the subject.|NoUnionG]]
[[Express your frustrations and agree that something needs to change.|YesUnionG]]The conversation ends abruptly, and you return to your routine, a sinking feeling in your stomach. You've chosen the path of least resistance, but at what cost?
[[Let's get to work.|DecideTime]]Your coworker nods, eyes lighting up. "I've been talking with a few others," they whisper. "There's a meeting tonight. We're thinking about forming a union, to fight for our rights, for fair pay, safer working conditions... for respect. Are you in?"
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You arrive at work and your boss is out for the day. You can decide what you would like to do during your day. You have $time hours left in your day today. You have currently decided to spend an hour doing the following: $packedItems.
(if: $time is 0)[ [[That's a good day's worth of work.]] ]
You can choose to do the following activities:
(print: $items)
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(if: $time >= $items's "Work as usual")
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(if: $time >= $items's "Talk to others about the risks of a union")
[(replace: "Talk to others about the risks of a union")[(link: "Talk to others about the risks of a union")
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(if: $time >= $items's "Talk to others about the benefits of a union")
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(if: $time >= $items's "Work on my resume")
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(if: $time >= $items's "Try and learn a new skill")
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[(set: $packedItem to "Try and learn a new skill")
(goto: "DecideTime")]]]
(if: $time >= $items's "Waste time on my phone")
[(replace: "Waste time on my phone")[(link: "Waste time on my phone")
[(set: $packedItem to "Waste time on my phone")
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How much do you support unions?
(link: "Very Likely")[(set: $SupportU to "Very Likely")(goto: "End")]
(link: "Likely")[(set: $SupportU to "Likely")(goto: "End")]
(link: "Unlikely")[(set: $SupportU to "Unlikely")(goto: "End")]
(link: "Very Unlikely")[(set: $SupportU to "Very Unlikely")(goto: "End")]
{(set: $surveylink to it + "&SupportU=" + (text:$SupportU))}
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