What is the modern-day significance of Labor Day in the United States?

• A day to celebrate independence

• A day to honor military veterans

• A day for religious observance

• A day for family gatherings and barbecues

In the 1800s, what were some of the conditions faced by workers?

• Flexible work schedules

• Long hours in unsafe conditions

• Safe working environments

• Short working hours and high pay

Who proposed the idea of Labor Day as a holiday in the United States?

• The Johnson brothers

• The Wright brothers

• The Maguire brothers

• The Smith brothers

Where was the first Labor Day parade in the United States held?

• Boston

• New York City

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

What was the main demand of the union workers during the first Labor Day parade?

• More vacation days

• Free healthcare

• Retirement benefits

• Better pay and working conditions

Which state was the first to pass a law making Labor Day a holiday?

• Texas

• California

• New York

• Oregon

What major event led to the establishment of Labor Day as a national holiday?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Civil War

• The Pullman Strike

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

Who was the president that established Labor Day as a national holiday?

• George Washington

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Abraham Lincoln

• Grover Cleveland

What year did Labor Day become an official national holiday?

• 1920

• 1894

• 1965

• 1776

How do people typically celebrate Labor Day today?

• By planting trees

• With barbecues and family gatherings

• By going to work

• By attending church services