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Triangle Shirtwaist Fire

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8th Grade

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Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire take place?

Boston, Massachusetts

Los Angeles, California

New York City, specifically at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory

Chicago, Illinois

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary cause of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire?

Lack of fire exits

Faulty equipment

Employee negligence

Unsafe working conditions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many workers died in the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire?

245

189

102

146

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire on labor laws?

It led to the increase of child labor in factories

It had no impact on labor laws

It led to the implementation of new labor laws focusing on fire safety regulations, building codes, and workers' rights protections.

It resulted in the closure of all factories in the area

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the working conditions like at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory?

Extremely poor with long hours, low pay, lack of breaks, overcrowded workspaces, inadequate safety measures, and locked doors.

Moderate with fair pay, regular breaks, and adequate safety measures

Satisfactory with average pay, flexible hours, and well-ventilated workspaces

Excellent with high pay, short hours, and spacious work areas

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire change fire safety regulations?

Fire safety regulations were loosened after the incident

The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire led to stricter regulations only in the garment industry

The fire had no impact on fire safety regulations

New regulations were implemented including improved building codes, fire drills, and the establishment of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire play in the labor movement?

It led to the establishment of worker unions

It had no impact on labor laws

It played a significant role in raising awareness about workers' rights and improving workplace conditions, ultimately contributing to the growth of the labor movement.

It resulted in the closure of all garment factories

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