Which of These Was a Common Complaint of Piedmont Millworkers

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of these was a common complaint of Piedmont millworkers about community life?

• A) lack of privacy
• B) lack of goods and supplies at the company-owned store
• C) lack of religious services
• D) binding multiyear contracts

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Definitions:

Festinger's Report

Refers to works by social psychologist Leon Festinger, notably involving his theory of cognitive dissonance which highlights the discomfort felt at having conflicting beliefs or behaviors.

Prophecy

A prediction or message that is claimed to have been communicated to a prophet, often involving the foretelling of future events.

Disbanded

The process or action of dissolving a group or organization, causing it to cease to exist as a structured entity.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals experience psychological discomfort or dissonance when they hold two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values simultaneously.