How did the economic depression increase individualism?

What is walt whitman's poem "when i heard the learn'd astronomer about?

Why were factories a good source of income? select all that apply. -they produce goods at an exceptionally fast pace. -they build a sense of community among workers. -they often employed low wage earners. -they employed women and children at disgracefully low wages. -labor unions to establish good working conditions.

The president has what role as the head of the armed forces 1.commander 2.general in chief 3.commander in chief 4.chief petty officer 5.joint chief