Language: English
Question 247 · Federal question
A woman is pregnant. She is particularly protected by law shortly before and after the…
German original (as asked in the real test)
Eine Frau ist schwanger. Sie ist kurz vor und nach der Geburt ihres Kindes vom Gesetz besonders beschützt. Wie heißt dieser Schutz?
- A Elternzeit
- B Mutterschutz ✓ Correct answer
- C Geburtsvorbereitung
- D Wochenbett
Translation
A woman is pregnant. She is particularly protected by law shortly before and after the birth of her child. What is this protection called?
- A Parental leave
- B Maternity protection ✓ Correct answer
- C Birth preparation
- D Postpartum period
Explanation
The special legal protection for pregnant women shortly before and after childbirth is called maternity protection, covering dismissal protection, workplace safety and paid leave around the birth.
Tips
- Maternity protection covers the weeks right around birth, parental leave is the separate, later period for caregivers.
- Birth preparation and the postpartum period are everyday terms, not legal protections.
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