California fast-food wages law on hold — Reading comprehension exercise

B1 / B2 / C1
STEP 1
Read the following article: READING COMPREHENSION ARTICLE 67
STEP 2
Answer these questions (choose the best answer):
1. Who is in power in the California state legislature?
2. How long has the fast-food industry been fighting the proposed wage increase law?
3. Why hasn't the law taken effect yet?
4. If and when the law passes _______________ will be making over $20 per hour.
5. Who could ultimately increase fast-food workers' wages if all else fails?
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Did you know? Minimum wage laws for specific industries, like fast food, are often introduced at the state or city level and can become the subject of legal challenges from businesses. This article is useful for vocabulary around labor law, wages, and legal disputes.

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