Possible essay #1
Understanding the Homestead Steel Strike
Test your knowledge about the Homestead Steel Strike and the rise of labor movements in America. This quiz covers key events, organizations, and significant figures related to this pivotal moment in labor history.
Explore the following topics:
- The Homestead Steel Strike and its implications
- The role of the AFL and IWW in labor rights
- Key historical figures in the labor movement
What was the Homestead Steel Strike?
It was a strike in which 300 people were shot and killed while protesting the terrible conditions while working under Andrew Carnegie
It was a strike in which 300 police officers arrested all of Andrew Carnegie's workers who were peacefully protesting
It was a strike in which 300 private policemen fired on protesters killing seven and wounding many, as they were protesting the terrible conditions while working for Andrew Carnegie
It was a strike in which 300 private policemen fired on protesters killing ten and wounding many, as they were protesting the terrible conditions while working for Andrew Carnegie
When did the Homestead Steel Strike take place?
July 6th, 1891
July 6th, 1893
July 6th, 1894
July 6th, 1892
What did the Homestead Steel Strike represent?
Represented the struggle for economic independence and was pushing for the government to face these powerhouse industries.
Workers were advocating for better rights, and pushed for government to shut it down.
It showed companies that workers were no longer going to continue working.
It showed America that peaceful protest would be met with violence, discouraging yet encouraging more Americans to fight for their rights.
What does AFL stand for?
Another fed up Law
The American federation of labor
The American federation of losses
The American floral labor union
Who was mainly represented in the AFL?
White men
White women
African Americans
Minorities
Who was included in the AFL? (Select all that apply)
Many high skilled workers
Women
African Americans
Minorities
White men
All mid-low skilled workers
Few mid-low skilled workers
Immigrants
What was accomplished through the AFL?
Gained minimum wage for all
Improved safety and included pension plans for all employees
Improved safety and included pension plans for long term employees
Shortened the workday for all white blue collared workers
Who founded the AFL?
Samuel Gompers
Bill Hollywood
Woodrow Wilson
Jane Addams
Who founded the IWW?
Samuel Gompers
Bill Hollywood
Woodrow Wilson
Jane Addams
What does IWW stand for?
International workers of the world
Internal workers of the world
Industrial workers of the world
Industrial working workers
Who was not included in IWW at first?
African Americans
Native Americans
Latino/a Americans
Asian Americans
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