Lifestyle
What is a common behavioral trait in France?
-If you speak English, you should ask a French person if they speak English rather than assuming they speak English
-Using quieter tones when talking in public
- Bagging their own groceries
_____ is the most popular sport in France, with over 2.1 million registered players.
Football/soccer ⚽️
France typically operates using _________ structures (top down or bottom up?) hint. same as Russia, Morocco, Italy.
Top-down
Name a fact about French eating habits or etiquette.
-All beverages are served room temperature (No Ice.)
-small gifts like flowers or candies are a must when invited into a French home to show respect.
TRUE OR FALSE? France has more complex labor laws.
True. It is helpful to have a partner with local know-how to help navigate.
How do French people greet each other?
A kiss on the left and right cheek is a common informal greeting (esp. when a woman is involved.) Handshakes are used more in man-man, formal settings.
The largest and fastest growing age group in France is _____ people.
Mature
TRUE OR FALSE? To open an LLC in France, you need minimum capital of 10,000 euros.
FALSE. You only need 1 euro
What types of dress codes are allowed in France?
-Casual attire is inappropriate in cities
-Be clean and well-dressed at all times
- Men in business should be in suits and ties, women in pant suits or dresses
Name the economic union that France is part of. (UN? EU? or USMCA?)
EU.
True or False? Ever since WWII, Labor unions were banned in France.
False. Most companies have unions and voted employee leaders.
The french workweek is _____ hours (40? 35? 20?)
35.