The two main important rules are about water and food; rules 9 and 10. Food and water are hard to find during this time and everyone needs to respect what they have. No water or food should be wasted. Water, as we've talked about, is important throughout the novel. It can represent many things, positive and/or negative. Water is important because everyone needs water to live. Having no food for a few days won't kill you, but no water means dehydration. Furthermore, Route 66 is dry and water was not easy to find or even buy. By following the rule, they can save themselves from lack of water/food and save other families too. Now that they're all traveling together, it is crucial for families to follow these rules and respect one another. Without teamwork and cooperation, nothing will get done and the journey will seem much more bleak. Keeping the water clean can keep everyone alive for a long time. Additionally, one should not eat near someone who is starving because it would be taunting. Everyone should try to share food instead of being selfish. Everyone could use a shoulder to lean on during this rough time. Traveling with people you trust will only make the whole system stronger. As the community builds, the journey can turn from hopeless to hopeful. No one should follow the motto: "One man for themselves" anymore.
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