Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Union Movement

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the union movement between 1800-1860?

• A) Unions were composed primarily of craftsmen.
• B) Unions were concentrated primarily in rural towns and villages.
• C) Union membership grew consistently through the period and comprised a substantial portion of the working population.
• D) Women were more likely to belong to unions than men.

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