Question

Which describes the primary goal of the first labor unions?

settling disputes between striking workers and business owners


providing education and training to unskilled immigrant workers


speaking for workers in negotiating with factory owners


determining which workers were best suited for certain jobs

Answer 1

The correct answer is settling disputes between striking workers and business owners

The labor unions have as their main objective the defense of the economic, professional, social and political interests of their members. The workers unions are also responsible for organizing strikes and demonstrations aimed at improving the wage and working conditions of the category.