Unionism

Question 1

Who were the Tolpuddle Martyrs

Answer 1

This is when 6 labourers in a countryside wanted a pay rise but the landlord refused. The 6 men got arrested and sent to Australia. People protested back in Britain and they were released

Question 2

Causes of the Miners’ strike

Answer 2

Coal miners wanted a raise and shorter working days but the owners weren’t making any profit
Government started to stockpile coal to use it in a strike
The other trade unions did not support the coal miners

Question 3

Causes of the Match Girls’ Strike

Answer 3

Outbreak of phossy jaw due to awful conditions
The workers were mistreated by the managers
They lead by Annie Besant

Question 4

Results of the Match Girls’ Strike

Answer 4

The match company gave into every demand from the Match Girls
They influenced others to make trade unions for the unskilled