Question 235 · Federal question
The then French President François Mitterrand and the then German Chancellor Helmut Kohl…
German original (as asked in the real test)
Der damalige französische Staatspräsident François Mitterrand und der damalige deutsche Bundeskanzler Helmut Kohl gedenken in Verdun gemeinsam der Toten beider Weltkriege. Welches Ziel der Europäischen Union wird bei diesem Treffen deutlich?
- A Freundschaft zwischen England und Deutschland
- B Reisefreiheit in alle Länder der EU
- C Frieden und Sicherheit in den Ländern der EU ✓ Correct answer
- D einheitliche Feiertage in den Ländern der EU
Translation
The then French President François Mitterrand and the then German Chancellor Helmut Kohl commemorate the dead of both World Wars together in Verdun. Which goal of the European Union is made clear at this meeting?
- A Friendship between England and Germany
- B Freedom to travel to all EU countries
- C Peace and security in the EU countries ✓ Correct answer
- D Uniform public holidays in the EU countries
Explanation
The image of French President Mitterrand and German Chancellor Kohl commemorating war dead together at Verdun symbolizes the EU's fundamental goal of ensuring peace and security in Europe. After centuries of conflict, including two devastating world wars, European integration was designed to prevent future wars and create lasting peace through cooperation and shared institutions.
Tips
- Look for the symbolic meaning of former enemies (France and Germany) commemorating war dead together.
- Remember that the EU was founded to prevent war and ensure peace in Europe after World War II.
- The location (Verdun) is significant as a site of major World War I battles between France and Germany.
- Eliminate options that focus on specific practical benefits (travel, holidays) rather than the fundamental peace-building purpose of European integration.
Practice in the app
