Question

history of labor day
in the late 1800s during the industrial revolution, people often worked for 12 hours straight, every day of the week. people worked in poor conditions and harsh environments. moreover, children as young as 5 or 6 years old were often put to work since they were paid cheaper than the adults. because of these poor working conditions, labor unions started organizing strikes and rallies to fight for better working conditions and labor guidelines. they wanted to negotiate better pay, shorter working hours, and better working conditions. on september 5, 1882, workers in new york took a day off and marched from city hall to union square. this was the first labor day parade. soon enough, other cities followed. eventually, the first monday of september was officially declared labor day.
what was the cause of rallies in the 1800s?
a. child labor
b. poor working conditions
c. long working hours
d. all of the above

Explanation:

The text states that due to long working hours (12 - hour days, every day of the week), poor working conditions, and child labor, labor unions organized rallies to fight for better working conditions, pay, and shorter hours.

Answer:

d. all of the above