The 1894 Pullman Strike Was Touched Off by George Pullman's

question 7

Multiple Choice

The 1894 Pullman strike was touched off by George Pullman's decision to

• A) cut wages.
• B) lay off one-third of his work force.
• C) close his company town.
• D) withhold stock dividends.

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