Italy - and the largest demonstration in three months of nationwide labour unrest with over five million people either o

Italy - and the largest demonstration in three months of nationwide labour unrest with over five million people either o

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The video discusses a major strike in Italy where unions demand higher wages for metalworkers, involving over five million people from various professions. A professor protests for a united Europe that favors workers. Meanwhile, European unity is a hot topic, with discussions on British entry into the Common Market gaining momentum after De Gaulle's stalemate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which groups were involved in the massive strike in Italy demanding higher wages?

Only surgeons and anaesthetists

Metalworkers, dustmen, clerks, gravediggers, surgeons, and anaesthetists

Only clerks and gravediggers

Only metalworkers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of the university professor's protest in Rome?

Higher wages for metalworkers

A united Europe favoring workers over capitalism

Better working conditions for professors

Increased funding for universities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the professor's protest on the monument?

He successfully changed European policies

He received widespread public support

He was ignored by the authorities

He was united with the police

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the sentiment towards British entry into the Common Market during the talks in The Hague?

Complete rejection by De Gaulle

Indifference from the delegates

Support for an early entry

Strong opposition from all partners

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in the Common Market partners' stance?

They closed the door to new members

They focused solely on internal issues

They started to open the door to Britain, Ireland, Denmark, and Norway

They decided to dissolve the Common Market