Which of the Following Types of Discrimination Did Pullman Porters

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of discrimination did Pullman porters not face?

• A) Customers called all porters by the same name, regardless of their real name.
• B) They often had to purchase supplies and uniforms themselves.
• C) They were paid less than white workers and were required to complete some job duties without pay.
• D) They often were discriminated against within the black community as porters were considered lowly.

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