While France's famous 35-hour work week is no longer compulsory, many French workers still enjoy what amounts to a seven-hour day, and many have weeks of paid vacations each year.

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and the first year is compulsory classes. Everybody takes the same classes.

第一年学习必修课。每个人的课程都一样。

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How about compulsory retirement age?

你是怎样看待强制退休年龄？

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