The book revolves around various ways people participate in the underground economy.
From the book, discuss the specific factors of the underground economy. Why do
people participate in the underground economy? What are the advantages and disadvantages
of this system?
An underground economy is illegal and the government is generally opposed to allowing one
to operate. Discuss the relationship between the government (police, city government, school
system, etc.) and the underground economy. Does the government attempt to shut down the
underground economy? How does the underground economy interact with the legitimate
(aboveground) economy?
Lastly, argue whether or not the underground economy should be allowed to exist. Include
specific examples from your book (citations!) to support your argument. You must also include
material from class (i.e. the underground economy is good/bad because of something we
learned in class – more citations!). Your argument must be consistent with the advantages and
disadvantages you discuss earlier in your paper.
You must use MLA format. Any incorrect spelling, grammar, and punctuation will be penalized.
