The major strikes in the latter part of the 19th century show that the

Question

a
federal government’s intervention better served the interests of the employer than those of the unions.
b
use of violence in strikes was steadily diminishing.
c
strikers were usually successful in winning their demands.
d
demands of the workers were limited to the goal of higher wages.

Answer 1

The major strikes in the latter part of the 19th century show that the a. federal government’s intervention better served the interests of the employer than those of the unions.

This is evidenced by numerous instances where the federal government used troops or other means to suppress strikes and maintain order, often siding with business interests over labor.