Asked by alvaro marin on May 10, 2024

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Which statement about the textile strike in Lawrence, Massachusetts, in 1912 is correct?

A) The strike was undertaken by workers who sought opportunities to move into management.
B) The strike was in response to an increase in weekly hours.
C) The strikers asked the American Federation of Labor for assistance.
D) Children of the striking workers publicly marched up New York's Fifth Avenue.
E) The strike was settled on the employer's terms.

Textile Strike

A work stoppage or labor strike by textile workers, often to protest working conditions, wages, or employment policies.

Lawrence, Massachusetts

A city in Essex County, Massachusetts, known for its significant role in the American labor movement and the Bread and Roses strike of 1912.

  • Furnish a summary of the approach taken by the Progressive Era concerning labor rights and social welfare.
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Panashe KongaMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The textile strike in Lawrence, Massachusetts, in 1912, famously known as the Bread and Roses strike, involved innovative tactics, including a significant public relations effort. One notable event was the organized march of the strikers' children through New York's Fifth Avenue, which aimed to draw public attention and sympathy to the strikers' plight, highlighting the impact of the strike on families and children. This was part of a broader strategy to garner support and bring national attention to the workers' conditions and demands.