John L. Lewis in Detroit, MI, in 1937 and William Green in Washington, DC, the same year

The video discusses the leadership of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) and the desire to extend membership to unskilled workers. This initiative led to a significant split within the organization, resulting in the formation of the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) by Louis and ten other independent unions.

What was the primary goal of the AFL president regarding membership?

• To merge with another organization

• To extend membership to unskilled workers

• To limit membership to skilled workers

• To reduce the number of members

What was the result of the AFL's attempt to expand membership?

• An increase in membership fees

• A decrease in union activities

• A split within the organization

• A successful merger with another union

What was the main reason for the split in the AFL?

• External political pressure

• Disagreement over membership expansion

• Financial difficulties

• Leadership changes

Who led the formation of the Congress of Industrial Organizations?

• Louis and ten other independent unions

• The president of the AFL

• A group of skilled workers

• A government-appointed committee

What does CIO stand for?

• Committee of Independent Operations

• Congress of Industrial Organizations

• Council of Industrial Officers

• Coalition of International Organizations