Calling all cordwainers: How well do you know Labor Day?

[Omaha Steve]

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By Sue Story Truax

The celebration of Labor Day has roots in the labor union movements of several countries. In the United States, Labor Day is marked on the first Monday in September, which is today. Labor Day is a federal holiday in the U.S. and many other countries. How much do you know about Labor Day? Test your knowledge.

Find the answers at the bottom.

1. Worldwide, May 1 is the most common day to celebrate Labor Day. Then it is known as May Day or International Workers' Day. Not every country celebrates labor on that day, however. Trinidad and Tobago celebrate Labor Day on June 19. New Zealand celebrates Labor Day on the fourth Monday in October. Australia's state and territorial governments decide when to celebrate. Besides the United States, what other major country celebrates on the first Monday in September?

A. South Africa

B. Canada

C. Germany

D. Brazil

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