Labor Day

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What do most Americans see Labor Day as?

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The end of summer

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What does Labor Day celebrate?

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a celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers

Front

More than a century ago, workers had to deal with _____ conditions?

Back

Harsh

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How long were work days? Options: 8 hours, 10-12  hours , 4-6 hours, 14 hours

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10-12  hours 

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True or False, women and children did not have to work during this time.

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False

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True or False, you could take sick days off from work during this time?

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False

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Why did workers begin organizing into labor unions?

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To get more money, To stop the exploitation of children, Tired of long hours and dangerous conditions.

Front

True or False, the unions wanted to place limits on the age children could work?

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True

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In what year was Labor Day passed?

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1894

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money paid in exchange for work

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wages