Question

When the American Federation of Labor, led by , talked with company owners about giving better pay and working conditions to workers, they were engaging in .

Answer 1

When the American Federation of Labor (AFL), led by Samuel Gompers, talked with company owners about giving better pay and working conditions to workers, they were engaging in **collective bargaining**. This process involves negotiations between employers and a group of employees (often represented by a union) to reach agreements on issues such as wages, working conditions, and rights.