Question

question 8 of 10
why did the garment workers union grow after the triangle shirtwaist factory fire?
a. the government ordered unions to be set up.
b. consumers pressured businesses by boycotting nonunion goods.
c. business owners formed unions to show their sympathy.
d. workers refused to return to work without there being a union.

Explanation:

After the Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire, consumers became more aware of workers' rights issues. Boycotting non - union goods was a way for consumers to support workers' unions. This consumer pressure led to the growth of the garment workers' union. Option A is incorrect as there was no such government order. Option C is wrong because business owners did not form unions out of sympathy. Option D is not the main reason for the union's growth compared to consumer - driven actions.

Answer:

B. Consumers pressured businesses by boycotting nonunion goods.