VOICED : Violentos enfrentamientos en una Francia semiparalizada

VOICED : Violentos enfrentamientos en una Francia semiparalizada

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The French police faced masked protesters in Paris during a large demonstration against labor reform. The protests, organized by unions, have been ongoing for three months. Strikes have extended to nuclear plants, causing energy and transport disruptions. The unrest comes two weeks before the Euro Cup, with more strikes planned. The government, led by Prime Minister Manuel Valls, is open to changes in the law but refuses to withdraw it, arguing it will help combat unemployment. Critics fear it will increase job insecurity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the large protest in Paris?

A new tax law

Labor reform

Environmental issues

Education reform

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sector's strike contributed to electricity supply issues in France?

Nuclear power plants

Healthcare

Education

Transportation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the consequences of the strikes in France?

Higher employment rates

Fuel shortages

Increased tourism

Improved public transport

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the Euro Cup scheduled to start in relation to the protests?

On the same day

Two weeks after

Two weeks before

One month after

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's argument in favor of the labor reform law?

It will increase taxes

It will improve healthcare

It will provide more job flexibility

It will reduce education costs