Praxis II Citizenship

Answer: B - The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire took place in New York City in 1911. A fire broke out in a multi-story garment factory, and inadequate safety protocols resulted in many deaths that could have been avoided-146 lives were lost. Ultimately, it led to reforms in safety standard for buildings in general, workplaces, factories and urban centers. Congress also enacted legislation to improve working conditions for factory workers. It remains one of the deadliest industrial disasters in U.S. history.