PA and OH mine workers in the late 1910s, early 1920s; John L. Lewis in early 1920s, 1940s, 1950

John L. Lewis became president of the United Mine Workers in 1919. Less than a year later, he initiated his first major industrywide strike, leading 500,000 miners to stop work until a more favorable contract was negotiated.

In what year did John L. Lewis become the president of the United Mine Workers?

• 1919

• 1918

• 1921

• 1920

What significant action did John L. Lewis take less than a year after becoming president?

• He called for an industrywide strike.

• He introduced new mining technology.

• He increased miner wages.

• He reduced working hours.

How many miners participated in the strike called by John L. Lewis?

• 100,000

• 250,000

• 750,000

• 500,000

What was the main goal of the miners' strike led by John L. Lewis?

• To reduce the number of working days.

• To demand better safety equipment.

• To negotiate a new and more favorable contract.

• To increase the number of holidays.

Which of the following best describes John L. Lewis' leadership style?

• Cautious and reserved

• Aggressive and commanding

• Indecisive and passive

• Diplomatic and compromising