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
In Germany, the specific legal protection for pregnant women shortly before and after childbirth is called maternity protection (regulated by the Maternity Protection Act). It covers protection against dismissal, health and safety at work, and paid leave around the birth. Parental leave is a separate concept for parents after birth, while birth preparation and postpartum period are not legal protections.
Tips
- Look for keywords like “legally protected,” “before and after birth,” and “workplace protection.”
- Distinguish legal frameworks (protection acts, dismissal bans, paid leave) from general terms or services (classes, time periods).
- Use elimination: parental leave applies after birth for caregivers; preparation courses are voluntary; the postpartum period is a medical/social term, not a legal act. Recall that the Basic Law emphasizes protection of mothers and families.
Practice in the app
