Labor Unions

Question 1

“The government has a duty to protect property and prevent mob violence from escalating.”

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railroads

Question 2

Which of the following did you include in your answer?

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The strike showed that workers could slow or even stop the economy.; The strike showed that workers often had popular support.; The strike showed that workers of many industries were willing to work together.; The strike showed that workers were willing to oppose government troops violently.

Question 3

Based on the quotation, what would most likely happen if a worker did not load enough coal?

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The store would not give him any goods.

Question 4

Management used a variety of tactics to break up and prevent unions. Which tactics did you choose?

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Pinkertons and other spies; bribery; antiunion contracts; threats

Question 5

The last line of the song says to “bring your thugs along.” Who are the “thugs” the author is referencing?

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the Pinkertons

Question 6

Which statement is a reason for striking against Pullman?

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The company cut their wages and extended their hours.

Question 7

Which statement best expresses the author’s view of union membership?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Union membership is a right of every citizen.

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