Question

what was the primary significance of the triangle shirtwaist factory fire?
a. it drew public attention to the poor working conditions of many unskilled laborers.
b. it sparked city - wide protests against the use of child laborers.
c. it led to the passage of the tenement reform law.
d. it inspired the creation of new york citys first government - funded fire department.

Explanation:

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in 1911 was a tragic event that brought to light the dangerous and poor - working conditions for unskilled laborers. There were no direct connections to child labor protests, the Tenement Reform Law, or the creation of New York City's first government - funded fire department.

Answer:

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