CLEAN: French refineries out of action

CLEAN: French refineries out of action

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Social Studies, Business

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the role of refineries in providing hydrocarbons and petrochemical bases, highlighting the risk of shortages. It calls for expanding the movement against a proposed law, noting that over 70% of French citizens oppose it. The speaker emphasizes solidarity among workers, including those in construction and unions, and discusses the role of the CGT in strikes. The current status of the strike is also covered, with a focus on participation and duration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main risks associated with the refineries as mentioned in the video?

Environmental pollution

Increase in fuel prices

Shortage of hydrocarbons and petrochemical bases

Technological obsolescence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the French population is reported to oppose the proposed law?

80%

70%

60%

50%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sector's workers are mentioned as also being active in the movement?

Technology

Education

Construction

Healthcare

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the CGT union in the ongoing strikes?

To negotiate with the government

To organize the strikes

To mediate between workers and employers

To provide financial support

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the attitude of the workers towards stopping the strikes?

They are undecided

They are determined to continue

They are indifferent

They are eager to stop