Apentix/AP US History/Unit 8: Period 8 (1945-1980)/Question
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The United Farm Workers, led by Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, sought to

A.win better pay and working conditions for migrant farm laborers through strikes and a national grape boycott
B.end all agricultural production in California
C.expand the bracero program
D.replace farm labor with automation

Explanation

Core Concept

The union organized mostly Mexican American and Filipino workers and asked consumers to stop buying table grapes. The five-year boycott forced growers to sign contracts recognizing the union and raising wages.

Correct Answer

Awin better pay and working conditions for migrant farm laborers through strikes and a national grape boycott

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