Triangle Factory Fire

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Who is the factory manager who tried putting out the fire with buckets of water?

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Samuel Berstein

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True or False: Rose Schneiderman is a young Russian immigrant who had led a strike to address issues prior to the fire.

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True

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What does 'history writing' encompass?

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The study and recording of past events

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Is the author's point of view in 'The Outsiders' subjective or objective?

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Objective

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What is meant by 'author's purpose'?

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The reason why an author writes a text

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What was the Triangle Factory Fire?

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A tragic industrial disaster in 1911 that resulted in the deaths of 146 garment workers.

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What were some safety issues highlighted by the Triangle Factory Fire?

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Locked exits, lack of fire escapes, and overcrowded working conditions.

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Who were the main victims of the Triangle Factory Fire?

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Mostly young immigrant women working in the garment industry.

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What impact did the Triangle Factory Fire have on labor laws?

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It led to reforms in workplace safety and labor regulations.

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What is the significance of the term 'sweatshop'?

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A factory with poor working conditions, long hours, and low wages.