THESIS STATEMENT
The creation of McDonalds is a turning point in history because it opened up jobs for millions, allowed the lower class to get cheap food during tough times, and is one of the main reason for obesity in America.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The annual salary in the 50's and 60's was $3,000. For most it was less, yet usually only one parent had to work. Everyone ate dinner as a family. As the 60's housewife became more liberated, fast food restaurants gave mom a break from her monotonous daily routine.