Triangle Factory Fire

What year did the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire occur?

• 1901

• 1911

• 1921

• 1931

How many workers lost their lives in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire?

• 73

• 98

• 123

• 146

What was the cause of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire?

• Overloaded electrical circuits

• Careless smoking

• Gas leak

• Chemical explosion

What were the primary reasons behind the locked doors on the ninth floor of the factory?

• Anti-theft precautions

• Preventing tardiness

• Restricting Union organizers

• All of the above

Which organization was established in response to the public outrage following the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire?

• National Safety Association

• Workers' Rights Union

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• Fire Prevention Society

How did the fire primarily spread throughout the building?

• Explosion

• Faulty electrical wiring

• Gas leak

• Highly flammable fabrics

What social and economic event does Labor Day commemorate?

• International workers' protests

• The establishment of the first labor union

• The achievements of America's workers

• The passing of laws protecting workers' rights

On which floor of the building did the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire primarily occur?

• 5th floor

• 9th floor

• 12th floor

• 15th floor

What was the youngest age of some of the female workers?

• 5 years old

• 8 years old

• 12 years old

• 14 years old

What was the situation with the fire escapes in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory?

• They were well-maintained and frequently used by workers.

• Doors were blocked and other routes were inadequate.

• The building did not have a fire escape.

• The escape was poorly maintained or broken.