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What was a contributing factor to the high death toll in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire?
What was a contributing factor to the high death toll in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire?
- The owners locking the fire exits (correct)
- The lack of fire alarms in the building
- The building being located in a remote area
- The absence of any fire safety training
What type of clothing was primarily produced at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory?
What type of clothing was primarily produced at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory?
- Women’s dresses
- Children's clothing
- Men’s suits
- Shirtwaists (correct)
What outcome resulted from the tragic fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory?
What outcome resulted from the tragic fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory?
- Legalization of strikes without restrictions
- Immediate closure of all factories nationwide
- Increased awareness of workers’ rights and safety regulations (correct)
- Birth of labor unions in the US
How did the workers at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory attempt to improve their circumstances before the fire?
How did the workers at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory attempt to improve their circumstances before the fire?
Which historical event was influenced by the investigation that followed the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire?
Which historical event was influenced by the investigation that followed the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire?
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Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
A deadly factory fire in 1911 that killed 146 workers due to unsafe working conditions.
Unsafe Working Conditions
Unsafe Working Conditions
Dangerous and unhealthy environments in factories, often with poor ventilation, limited exits, and hazardous equipment.
Workers' Rights
Workers' Rights
Rights and protections for workers, such as safe working conditions, fair wages, and the right to organize.
Impact of the Fire
Impact of the Fire
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Poor Wages
Poor Wages
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Study Notes
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
- Popular women's clothing manufacturer in Europe
- Young women employed
- Long working hours, poor pay
- Cramped and unsanitary working conditions
- Fire exits locked to prevent interruptions
- March 25, 1911: Fire, 146 deaths
- Workers had previously protested for better factory conditions, except the Triangle Shirtwaist
- Commission to investigate factories, led to New Deal worker protections
- Event significantly changed worker's rights, ignited public awareness, and prompted government action
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This quiz explores the historical context and significance of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire that occurred on March 25, 1911. It delves into the working conditions of the time, the tragic loss of life, and the subsequent changes in labor rights and governmental policies. Test your knowledge on this pivotal moment in labor history.
