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Questions 40-44 refer to the cartoon below.
40. The 1933 political cartoon sh...
Oct 7, 2023
Questions 40-44 refer to the cartoon below.
40. The 1933 political cartoon shown above makes the point that
(A) infighting within and among unions prevented their rise to economic power
(B) government inspectors turned their backs to illegal repression of labor unions
(C) attacks on unions were so well concealed that the government did not know
where to begin its investigations
(D) from their beginnings, labor unions were controlled by organized crime
41. Which of the following acts was the most beneficial to the labor movement?
(A) The Clayton Antitrust Act, which legalized strikes and picketing
(B) The Sherman Antitrust Act, which prevented corporations from monopolizing
markets
(C) The Elkins Act, which provided greater regulation of railroads
(D) The Hepburn Act, which regulated public modes of transportation
42. Which of the following best accounts for the successes of labor unions?
(A) Throughout the early 1900s, Congress promoted the interests of labor unions over captains of industry.
(B) Immigrants helped to promote a more diverse workforce less reliant on child labor. (C) Sharecroppers in the South largely voted for Democrats who championed labor causes.
(D) Locally and nationally, organizations such as the American Federation of Labor negotiated directly with corporations to effect change in the workplace.
43. Which of the following best describes the conflict between management and labor illustrated in the cartoon? (A)Tradition vs. innovation
(B)Native-born vs. immigrant
(C)Christian vs. atheist
(D)Urban vs. rural
44. How was the Red Scare in post-World War I America connected to organized labor movements?
(A)wage workers, leading to resentment by union members and accusations of communist sympathies.
(B) California migrant workers were largely Italian immigrants, many of whom had anarchist leanings.
(C) Labor unions were largely thought to be controlled by liberals with Marxist sympathies.
(D) Senator Joseph McCarthy, a Wisconsin Republican, was hostile to both Communism and labor unions, fueling suspicion among American Conservatives.
40.
B
Key Concept
KC-7.1.II: The Progressive Era of the early 20th century saw a rise in labor unions and their influence. However, there were instances where government officials turned a blind eye to the illegal repression of these unions.
Explanation
The cartoon from 1933 likely depicts the government's lack of action towards the repression of labor unions, which was a common issue during this time period.
41. A
Key Concept
KC-7.1.II: The Clayton Antitrust Act was a significant piece of legislation that benefited the labor movement by legalizing strikes and picketing.
Explanation
The Clayton Antitrust Act was more beneficial to the labor movement than the other acts listed because it directly addressed the rights of workers to strike and picket, which are key tactics used by unions to effect change.
42. D
Key Concept
KC-7.1.II: The success of labor unions can be attributed to their ability to negotiate directly with corporations at both the local and national level.
Explanation
The American Federation of Labor and other organizations were successful in effecting change in the workplace because they were able to negotiate directly with corporations. This direct negotiation was a key factor in their success.
43. A
Key Concept
KC-7.1.II: The conflict between management and labor often centered around tradition versus innovation.
Explanation
The cartoon likely illustrates the conflict between traditional management practices and the innovative tactics used by labor unions to fight for their rights.
44. C
Key Concept
KC-7.1.II: The Red Scare in post-World War I America was connected to organized labor movements because labor unions were often thought to be controlled by liberals with Marxist sympathies.
Explanation
During the Red Scare, there was widespread fear of communism in the United States. This fear extended to labor unions, which were often thought to be controlled by liberals with Marxist sympathies.
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