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Question 11 pts

Based on what you learned in the lesson, what tragedy led to reform efforts in the workplace? Must be based on the time period studied in the lesson.

Group of answer choices

Chernobyl nuclear disaster.

Bhopal Gas Tragedy

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

Senghenydd Colliery Disaster

Flag question: Question 2
Question 21 pts
Which of the following people made key contributions to reform movements during the time studied in this lesson?

Group of answer choices

Jimmy Hoffa

Frances Perkins

Florence Kelley

Caesar Chavez

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For Question 1, the tragedy that led to reform efforts in the workplace during the time period studied is the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. This tragic event in 1911 highlighted unsafe working conditions and led to greater demands for labor reforms and improved workplace safety regulations.

For Question 2, the individuals who made key contributions to reform movements during the time studied in this lesson include Frances Perkins and Florence Kelley. Frances Perkins was the first female cabinet member in U.S. history and played a significant role in labor reform, while Florence Kelley was an activist who focused on child labor laws and working conditions for women.

So to summarize:

  1. Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
  2. Frances Perkins and Florence Kelley