Question 115 · Federal question
What does 'active voting right' mean in Germany?
German original (as asked in the real test)
Was bedeutet "aktives Wahlrecht" in Deutschland?
- A Man kann gewählt werden.
- B Man muss wählen gehen.
- C Man kann wählen. ✓ Correct answer
- D Man muss zur Auszählung der Stimmen gehen.
Translation
What does 'active voting right' mean in Germany?
- A One can be elected.
- B One must go to vote.
- C One can vote. ✓ Correct answer
- D One must go to the vote counting.
Explanation
In German electoral law, active suffrage means the right to cast a vote in an election. It contrasts with passive suffrage, which is the right to stand as a candidate and be elected. Germany does not have compulsory voting, and participation in counting votes is not required of all citizens.
Tips
- Look for keywords: “aktives Wahlrecht” = right to vote; “passives Wahlrecht” = right to be elected.
- Eliminate options implying obligation; Germany has no compulsory voting.
- Exclude administrative tasks (e.g., counting ballots) as these are not part of electoral rights.
- When two choices seem similar, match “active” with the act of casting a ballot, and “passive” with eligibility to run for office.
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