The Luddite Movement Refers To

question 20

Multiple Choice

The Luddite movement refers to:

• A) Protests against the mistreatment of women and children in factories
• B) Protest against low wages and poor working conditions
• C) Actions of smashing machines to prevent spread of labor-replacing machines
• D) B and C

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