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Which of the following best states the relationship between the government, company management, and striking workers during the late 1800s?

The government nearly always sided with striking workers against companies.

Companies often hired government agents to keep striking workers in line.

The government nearly always sided with companies against striking workers.

Companies often hired government agents to encourage workers to strike.

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Which of the following best states the reason why workers formed unions beginning in the late 1800s?

They believed they should have better working conditions and compensation.

They believed there were not enough jobs available for unskilled workers.

They believed that unionizing child workers would give young people a sense of purpose.

They believed that unions provided the only way to end strikes and lockouts.

Which of the following was a direct result of the Pullman strike?

The Pullman Company began to lay off workers and cut wages.

The Pullman Company banned alcohol in Pullman, Illinois.

Eugene V. Debs received a cash settlement from the Pullman Company.

Eugene V. Debs was arrested for his union activities and put in jail.

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