Language: English
Question 125 · Federal question
In a democracy, one function of regular elections is to...
German original (as asked in the real test)
In einer Demokratie ist eine Funktion von regelmäßigen Wahlen, …
- A die Bürgerinnen und Bürger zu zwingen, ihre Stimme abzugeben.
- B nach dem Willen der Wählermehrheit den Wechsel der Regierung zu ermöglichen. ✓ Correct answer
- C im Land bestehende Gesetze beizubehalten.
- D den Armen mehr Macht zu geben.
Translation
In a democracy, one function of regular elections is to...
- A force citizens to cast their votes.
- B enable a change of government according to the will of the majority of voters. ✓ Correct answer
- C maintain existing laws in the country.
- D give more power to the poor.
Explanation
Regular elections let voters replace a government peacefully according to the majority's will, which is a core feature of democratic accountability.
Tips
- The key idea is peaceful change of power by majority will, not forced turnout or fixed laws.
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