There are dozens of holidays out there. Armistice Day is for the World War I historians, Arbor Day is a fun occasion to hug a tree, and Christmas is nice for indulging in commercialism. But only one mainstream holiday commemorates the work that built and upholds the country: Labor Day.
Besides marking the shift from summer to fall, Labor Day also is one of only a few federal holidays established to commemorate a citizen-led movement–in this case, the nineteenth-century labor rights movement. If you’re ready to join in that proud history, dive into these Labor Day trivia questions and answers!
Do you know when Labor Day became a federal holiday? Do you know which two holidays besides Labor Day were created to honor popular justice movements? Can you guess the state that hosted the very first Labor Day celebration, all the way back in 1887? If so, you’re ready for the quiz!
Once you’re done with this Labor Day trivia quiz, try out our quizzes on Veterans Day trivia, Groundhog Day trivia, and April Fools Day trivia.
What inspiring film based on a true story tells the life story of Chris Gardner, a successful American investor, and businessman?
Legally Blonde
Million Dollar Baby
The Social Network
The Pursuit of Happyness
What do most Americans do on Labor Day?
Barbecues
Go Skiing
Go Christmas Shopping
Watch The Super Bowl
Which labor union has the most members in the USA?
Teamsters
National Education Association
United Steelworkers
Transport Workers Union
Whose 2013 book is “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead”?
Oprah Winfrey
Rachel Maddow
Sarah Jaffe
Sheryl Sandberg
The television series “Mad Men” is centered around what industry?
Criminal Law
Advertising
Tourism
Entertainment
As of 2022, which US city or state had the highest minimum wage?
Nashville, Tennessee
Florida
Emeryville, California
Oregon
The American version of the television series “The Office” is centered around what type of business?
Pest Control
Law Office
Paper Company
Recycling Plant
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, what was the unemployment rate near the end of 2022 for people aged 55 and older?
6.5 Percent
12.5 Percent
2.5 Percent
.5 Percent
Which Canadian band wrote and performed the 80’s hit “Working for the Weekend”?
Journey
The Tragically Hip
Rush
Loverboy
What is the name for the scientific design of a workplace to fit the user’s needs?
Architecture
Optics
Ergonomics
Somatics
What month of the year is Labor Day celebrated in the USA?
August
May
June
September
Who is the author the New York Times calls “the voice of aging baby boomers seeking meaningful and sustaining work later in life”?
Kerry Hannon
Marc Freedman
Michael Moore
Elon Musk
Which terms may be considered an indication of an age-discriminatory mindset in the workplace?
Prompt, Cooperative
Diverse, Helpful
Energetic, Fresh Faces
Seasoned, Skilled
Which of these songs about the workplace was released in November 1980 by Dolly Parton?
Takin’ Care Of Business
A Hard Days Night
9 to 5
She Works Hard For The Money
The Uniform Monday Holiday Act made sure holidays fell on Mondays. What year did that pass into law?
1999
1968
1888
1985
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, what percent of Americans over 55 work for themselves?
Nearly 10 Percent
Nearly 40 Percent
Nearly 20 Percent
Nearly 75 Percent
What film’s story is a good example of the power of team building and bringing out the best in people?
Pulp Fiction
Punch-Drunk Love
Coach Carter
Lars and the Real Girl
What was the motivating factor for two-thirds of women who have started a business since January 2020?
Bored At Work
Easy To Do
Pandemic
Loneliness
What is the title of Jay Levinson’s book that helped revolutionize marketing strategies for small-business owners?
Bumble Bee Marketing
Guerilla Marketing
Zebra Marketing
Tiger Marketing
Which of these terms refers to an openly designed office space in which everyone is visible?
Bullpen
Remote Office
Co-Working
Team-Cluster
What is no longer necessary to include on your resume?
Full Mailing Address
Goals Or Values
Email Address
Job History
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