The Purpose of the Earliest Recognized Labor Unions in the U.S

question 95

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the earliest recognized labor unions in the U.S. was

• A) to achieve some short-range goals and then disband.
• B) to achieve long-range foundations for their crafts.
• C) to teach their crafts to new workers.
• D) to enhance the reputations of their members.

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