Union Railroad Labor Strikes in Canada

Union Railroad Labor Strikes in Canada

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A railroad strike in Canada led to a national crisis, affecting 125,000 workers and shutting down the telegraph system. The strike threatened similar actions in the U.S. due to deadlocks over wages and hours. The Canadian government considered legislation to resolve the issue, while unions pledged support, predicting further economic impacts if the strike continued.

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1.

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What was the main cause of the railroad strike in Canada?

Lack of government support

Poor working conditions

Technological advancements

Disagreements over wages and hours

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How many workers were directly affected by the strike in Canada?

44 thousand

169 thousand

200 thousand

125 thousand

3.

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What system was shut down as a result of the strike?

Telegraph system

Postal service

Telephone lines

Internet service

4.

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What action did the Canadian government consider to resolve the strike?

Invoking national emergency powers

Negotiating with union leaders

Increasing wages

Passing legislation

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What was the predicted impact on other industries if the strike continued?

Increased production

Drastic layoffs

Higher wages

Improved working conditions

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