Newsies Strike of 1899 for Kids | Bedtime History

The video explores the life of newsboys in New York City during the Spanish American War. It highlights the challenges they faced, including dangerous working conditions and competition. The video also covers the newspaper industry's practices, such as yellow journalism, and the Newsboys Strike of 1899 led by Kid Blink. The strike was a significant event in labor history, demonstrating the power of collective action. The video concludes with lessons on standing up for one's rights and the importance of hard work.

What was the main reason families moved to New York City during this period?

• To escape the cold weather

• To find new work opportunities

• To visit family members

• To enjoy the city's entertainment

What was a significant challenge faced by newsboys in New York City?

• Strict working hours

• Lack of newspapers to sell

• Competition for the best selling spots

• High cost of living

Why did newspaper sales increase during the Spanish American War?

• People were interested in the war news

• The war was happening in New York

• Newspapers were cheaper

• There were fewer newspapers available

Who were the two major newspaper owners mentioned in the transcript?

• Henry Ford and J.P. Morgan

• Andrew Carnegie and John D. Rockefeller

• Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst

• Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Edison

What strategy did Kid Blink and the newsboys use to protest against the newspaper owners?

• They started their own newspaper

• They lowered the price of newspapers

• They stopped selling newspapers

• They wrote letters to the government

What was the outcome of the newsboys' strike?

• The newspaper companies agreed to buy back unsold papers

• The strike was unsuccessful

• The newsboys were given free newspapers

• The newsboys were given higher wages

What cultural impact did the newsboys' strike have?

• It was forgotten over time

• It resulted in a new law for child labor

• It inspired a Disney movie and a Broadway musical

• It led to the creation of a new newspaper