The first Combination Act in 1721 allowed striking workers to be

A) forced to return to work.
B) sent to Australia.
C) jailed without trial.
D) executed.
E) publically flogged.

Combination Act

Legislation passed in the United Kingdom during the early 19th century, specifically designed to restrict the activities of trade unions and prevent workers from organizing or striking.

Striking Workers

Employees who cease work as a form of protest, typically in an effort to obtain better wages, working conditions, or other employment terms from their employers.

Jailed Without Trial

The practice of detaining individuals without the opportunity to have a hearing or trial, often criticized for violating human rights and the principle of due process.