Start of Labor Unions and Strikes

Labor unions have fought for various benefits and working conditions, including:

• Higher wages and better benefits

• Longer working hours and fewer breaks

• Less job security and lower wages

• Increased taxes and reduced benefits

How have workers gone on strike in the past?

• By organizing peaceful protests

• By taking a nap

• By working overtime

• By talking with other workers

What is one thing that labor unions often work for so that they can help workers?

• Higher wages

• Longer working hours

• Less job security

• Fewer benefits

What caused the Flint Sit-down Strike?

• Labor disputes and poor working conditions

• Economic prosperity and high wages

• Government intervention and support

• Technological advancements in the auto industry

What was one result of the Flint Sit-Down Strike?

• The strike led to the recognition of the United Auto Workers union by General Motors.

• The strike resulted in the closure of the Flint automobile plant.

• The strike caused a significant decrease in automobile production in the United States.

• The strike led to the implementation of new safety regulations in factories.

As you think about labor unions and strikes, which of the democratic values is most relevant?

• Freedom of Speech

• Equality

• Justice

• Solidarity

A labor union is (a)   .

_______ is when workers refuse to work in order to force an employer to meet their demands.

• labor unions
• party
• strike
• sweatshop

A strike is when a group of employees say they will not until management meets their demands.

• work
• sleep
• eat
• play

What is the purpose of unions?

• To protect workers rights

• To protect business owners rights

• To promote patriotism