Just ask for progressive taxi instructions...works for me.
If, on the other hand, ground control somehow 'objects', just ask for the tower supervisors telephone number.
Also...works for me.
NB.
ATC is there (and this includes ground control at US airports) to work for the pilot.
No exceptions.
No BS expected from 'em, either.
And yes, I've been to KORD a few times...they have been most cooperative.
They better be.