Trade Unions and Conditions in Dublin (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of a trade union?
What is the main purpose of a trade union?
To represent workers' views & interests
Until what year were trade unions banned in Britain?
Until what year were trade unions banned in Britain?
1824
In which year was peaceful picketing legalised?
In which year was peaceful picketing legalised?
1875
When was the Trade Union Congress (TUC) established?
When was the Trade Union Congress (TUC) established?
1868
Which workers did Irish trade unions mainly represent until the late 19th century?
Which workers did Irish trade unions mainly represent until the late 19th century?
Skilled workers
When did national unions begin forming in Britain to represent unskilled workers?
When did national unions begin forming in Britain to represent unskilled workers?
1880s
Which union won a significant strike victory in 1889?
Which union won a significant strike victory in 1889?
National Union of Dock Labourers
In 1901, what proportion of Dublin's 40,000 male labourers were unskilled?
In 1901, what proportion of Dublin's 40,000 male labourers were unskilled?
Three-quarters
Which company offered secure employment in Dublin?
Which company offered secure employment in Dublin?
Guinness Brewery
By 1914, how many families lived in one-room tenements in Dublin?
By 1914, how many families lived in one-room tenements in Dublin?
Over 20,000 families
In 1914, how many of Dublin's 5,000 tenements were unfit for habitation?
In 1914, how many of Dublin's 5,000 tenements were unfit for habitation?
1,500
In 1914, what % was Dublin labourers' average calorie intake below minimum requirement?
In 1914, what % was Dublin labourers' average calorie intake below minimum requirement?
25%
How many trade unionists were elected to Dublin Corporation in 1899?
How many trade unionists were elected to Dublin Corporation in 1899?
11