Question

what was the primary significance of the triangle shirtwaist factory fire?

a. it inspired the creation of new york citys first government - funded fire department.

b. it led to the passage of the tenement reform law.

c. it sparked city - wide protests against the use of child laborers.

d. it drew public attention to the poor working conditions of many unskilled laborers.

Explanation:

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in 1911 was a tragic event that brought to light the poor and unsafe working conditions of many unskilled laborers. It led to increased public awareness and eventually to labor - law reforms, but its immediate significance was in drawing public attention to these bad working conditions. It was not directly related to the creation of New York City's first government - funded fire department, the Tenement Reform Law, or city - wide protests against child labor.

Answer:

D. It drew public attention to the poor working conditions of many unskilled laborers.