Question 129 · Federal question
In Germany, who is elected by the people?
German original (as asked in the real test)
Vom Volk gewählt wird in Deutschland …
- A die Bundeskanzlerin/der Bundeskanzler.
- B die Ministerpräsidentin/der Ministerpräsident eines Bundeslandes.
- C der Bundestag. ✓ Correct answer
- D die Bundespräsidentin/der Bundespräsident.
Translation
In Germany, who is elected by the people?
- A the Federal Chancellor.
- B the Minister President of a federal state.
- C the Bundestag. ✓ Correct answer
- D the Federal President.
Explanation
In Germany, citizens directly elect the Bundestag (federal parliament). The Federal Chancellor is elected by the Bundestag, the Federal President by the Federal Convention, and a state’s Minister-President by the respective state parliament.
Tips
- Look for who is directly elected by citizens at the federal level. Remember: head of government and head of state are chosen indirectly. Use keywords like "direct election," "Bundestag," and contrast with offices elected by parliaments or special assemblies. Eliminate positions typically selected by legislative bodies rather than by popular vote.
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