The Origin and Importance of Weekends: A Historical Perspective
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4th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When was the term 'weekend' first used?
1900
1879
1938
1850
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary role of unions in the development of the weekend?
They introduced the concept of overtime pay.
They abolished Sunday work.
They demanded a two-day weekend.
They negotiated individual work hours.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which act was passed in 1938 that influenced the work week?
The Work Hours Regulation Act
The Labor Rights Act
The Fair Labor Standards Act
The Weekend Act
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of the outcomes of the Fair Labor Standards Act?
Increased work hours
Introduction of overtime pay
Abolition of the weekend
Mandatory Sunday work
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the introduction of weekends affect people's lifestyles?
It reduced leisure activities.
It led to more work hours.
It encouraged new hobbies and leisure activities.
It had no impact on people's lifestyles.
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