Greece legalizes limited 6-day work week to boost its economy

Greece legalizes limited 6-day work week to boost its economy

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The video discusses variations in work week structures, focusing on Greece's shift to a six-day work week for private businesses. This change aims to boost the economy and address labor shortages. However, it excludes food service and tourism workers. Labor unions strongly oppose the change, labeling it as barbaric.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between the work week in Greece and the concept of a four-day work week?

Greece has a seven-day work week.

Greece has a three-day work week.

Greece has a six-day work week for certain businesses.

Greece has a four-day work week.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the reasons for Greece implementing a six-day work week?

To reduce the number of working hours.

To align with international standards.

To boost the Greek economy.

To increase vacation time.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another reason for the introduction of the six-day work week in Greece?

To increase the number of public holidays.

To improve work-life balance.

To address a skilled worker shortage.

To reduce the cost of living.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sector is NOT affected by the six-day work week in Greece?

Retail businesses.

Food service workers.

Private businesses offering 24/7 services.

Manufacturing industries.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do labor unions in Greece view the six-day work week policy?

They strongly oppose it, calling it barbaric.

They are indifferent to the policy.

They support it as a necessary change.

They consider it a positive development.