French Unions Begin Strikes Over Pension Revamp Plans

The video discusses the first day of a general strike in France against pension reforms proposed by Emmanuel Macron. The strike affects public transport, schools, hospitals, refineries, and nuclear sites, causing significant disruptions. The CGT union has called for reduced electricity production, and large protests are expected in Paris. The outcome of the strike depends on the number of protesters, with over a million people needed for a union victory. The video also provides historical context, comparing the current situation to past pension reform attempts.

What sectors are expected to be disrupted due to the general strike in France?

• Refineries and public transport only

• Hospitals and nuclear sites only

• Only public transport and schools

• Public transport, schools, hospitals, refineries, and nuclear sites

What percentage of primary school teachers are participating in the strike?

• 30%

• 70%

• 90%

• 50%

What is the CGT union's role in the strike?

• They are providing transportation services

• They are negotiating with the government

• They are reducing electricity production and organizing refinery strikes

• They are organizing protests in schools

What is the unions' target for the number of people protesting in the streets?

• 750,000

• 1,000,000

• 2,000,000

• 500,000

Which past French president successfully raised the retirement age?

• Emmanuel Macron

• Nicolas Sarkozy

• François Hollande

• Jacques Chirac