Famous Union Strikes in History

Which union led the Great Southwest Railroad Strike of 1886?

• The American Federation of Labor

• The Knights of Labor

• The Industrial Workers of the World

• The National Labor Union

What was the primary reason for the Great Southwest Railroad Strike of 1886?

• To protest against long working hours

• To demand better job security

• To obtain better wages and treatment

• To oppose the use of child labor

During the Great Southwest Railroad Strike of 1886, what was a significant event that occurred?

• The strike was peacefully resolved

• The government supported the strikers

• At least ten people were killed

• The railroads agreed to all demands

What was the outcome of the Great Southwest Railroad Strike of 1886?

• The Knights of Labor gained more members

• The strike led to significant labor reforms

• The Knights of Labor dissolved and the strike failed

• The strike resulted in a victory for the railroad workers

Who held the Steel Strike of 1959?

• The United Steelworkers of Europe

• The United Steelworkers of America (USWA)

• The National Steel Corporation

• The American Federation of Labor

What was the main reason for the Steel Strike of 1959?

• To increase work hours

• To protest against new management

• To demand a contract clause for less work hours and more pay

• To support a political movement

How long did the Steel Strike of 1959 last?

• 30 days

• 116 days

• 195 days

• 365 days

What was one of the consequences of the Steel Strike of 1959?

• It led to an increase in domestic steel production

• It caused a decrease in the price of steel

• It resulted in a trend of foreign steel imports that still lasts today

• It improved the relationship between management and workers

What was the main reason UPS workers went on strike in 1997?

• To protest against new technology

• For better wages and working conditions

• Because of a dispute with management over uniforms

• To support another company's workers

What was one of the consequences of the UPS workers' strike in 1997?

• It had no impact on the company

• It resulted in a decrease in international shipping

• It disrupted the shipment of packages

• It led to the closure of UPS