Labor Unions in American History

The video provides an overview of labor unions formed during the Gilded Age, highlighting key unions such as the National Labor Union, Colored National Labor Union, Knights of Labor, American Federation of Labor, American Railway Union, and Industrial Workers of the World. It discusses their formation, goals, inclusivity, and impact on workers' rights, emphasizing the importance of collective bargaining and the challenges faced by different groups, including African Americans and Asian immigrants.

Who founded the first national labor union in 1866?

• Eugene Debs

• Uriah Stephens

• William Sylvis

• Samuel Gompers

What was the primary focus of the Colored National Labor Union?

• Exclusion of unskilled workers

• Cooperation with management

• Advocating for communism

• Strikes and protests

Which group was excluded from the Knights of Labor?

• Women

• Asian immigrants

• Skilled workers

• African Americans

Who was the founder of the American Federation of Labor?

• William Haywood

• Uriah Stephens

• Isaac Meyers

• Samuel Gompers

What was the main focus of the American Federation of Labor?

• Promoting communism

• Collective bargaining

• Political reforms

• Open membership to all workers

Which labor union was led by Eugene Debs?

• Colored National Labor Union

• Industrial Workers of the World

• American Railway Union

• Knights of Labor

What was the Industrial Workers of the World also known as?

• The Wobblies

• The Knights

• The Craft Unionists

• The Railway Union

What was a key characteristic of the Industrial Workers of the World?

• Radical approach and association with communism

• Emphasis on arbitration

• Focus on skilled workers

• Exclusion of women

Which labor union was known for its radical approach?

• American Federation of Labor

• Colored National Labor Union

• Industrial Workers of the World

• Knights of Labor

What was the main goal of labor unions during the Gilded Age?

• To promote communism

• To support management

• To achieve better working conditions and rights

• To exclude unskilled workers