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In 1924, Europe was in a fragile state of _____ following World War I.
In 1924, Europe was in a fragile state of _____ following World War I.
recovery
A group of factory workers led a silent _____ in a small industrial town in northern France.
A group of factory workers led a silent _____ in a small industrial town in northern France.
protest
The workers were employed at a large textile _____, working long hours under harsh conditions.
The workers were employed at a large textile _____, working long hours under harsh conditions.
factory
The factory owners quickly became frustrated as the workers slowed their pace of _____ during the protest.
The factory owners quickly became frustrated as the workers slowed their pace of _____ during the protest.
The workers’ message was to refuse to be _____ any longer.
The workers’ message was to refuse to be _____ any longer.
After tense discussions, a deal was reached that granted the workers a pay _____ and better working conditions.
After tense discussions, a deal was reached that granted the workers a pay _____ and better working conditions.
The Silent Revolution of 1924 is credited with inspiring similar actions in other _____ and industries throughout Europe.
The Silent Revolution of 1924 is credited with inspiring similar actions in other _____ and industries throughout Europe.
The actions of the workers in 1924 became a catalyst for labor _____ of the 1930s.
The actions of the workers in 1924 became a catalyst for labor _____ of the 1930s.
What approach did the workers take during The Silent Revolution of 1924 to express their discontent?
What approach did the workers take during The Silent Revolution of 1924 to express their discontent?
Which of the following was a direct outcome of the negotiations that took place after the silent protest?
Which of the following was a direct outcome of the negotiations that took place after the silent protest?
What significant impact did The Silent Revolution of 1924 have on the labor movement?
What significant impact did The Silent Revolution of 1924 have on the labor movement?
How did the factory owners respond to the workers' silent protest initially?
How did the factory owners respond to the workers' silent protest initially?
What was the primary reason the workers chose to protest silently?
What was the primary reason the workers chose to protest silently?
What best describes the tactics used by the workers in The Silent Revolution?
What best describes the tactics used by the workers in The Silent Revolution?
The workers' silent protest in 1924 is significant because it highlighted what aspect of labor relations?
The workers' silent protest in 1924 is significant because it highlighted what aspect of labor relations?
What long-term effect did The Silent Revolution of 1924 have on labor movements across Europe?
What long-term effect did The Silent Revolution of 1924 have on labor movements across Europe?
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Silent Revolution of 1924
Silent Revolution of 1924
A non-violent protest by French factory workers in 1924 who slowed work to pressure factory owners for better wages, hours, and conditions.
Worker's rights
Worker's rights
Rights that protect workers' interests, such as fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to organize.
Labor movement
Labor movement
A collective effort by workers to improve their working conditions, wages, and other benefits.
Economic pressure campaign
Economic pressure campaign
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Negotiation
Negotiation
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1924 Textile Factory
1924 Textile Factory
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Non-violent protest
Non-violent protest
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Industrial town
Industrial town
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Post-war Europe
Post-war Europe
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Silent Revolution
Silent Revolution
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Factory Workers' Demand
Factory Workers' Demand
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Economic Pressure
Economic Pressure
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Negotiation Impact
Negotiation Impact
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Labor Movement Inspiration
Labor Movement Inspiration
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Labor Reforms
Labor Reforms
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Catalyst for Change
Catalyst for Change
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Study Notes
1924 Silent Revolution
- Post-World War I Europe was recovering, with fragile governments and reshaped borders.
- Workers in a small northern French textile factory organized for better treatment.
- Instead of a strike, workers performed tasks slowly, decreasing production.
- This "silent protest" became an economic pressure campaign.
- Factory owners, losing money, negotiated with worker representatives.
- Workers won a pay raise, shorter hours, and better working conditions.
- This victory influenced other workers and the labor movement.
- The event inspired labor reforms in the 1930s.
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