Question 257 · Federal question
An adult woman wants to complete her high school diploma in Germany. She can do this at...
German original (as asked in the real test)
Eine erwachsene Frau möchte in Deutschland das Abitur nachholen. Das kann sie an …
- A einer Hochschule.
- B einem Abendgymnasium. ✓ Correct answer
- C einer Hauptschule.
- D einer Privatuniversität.
Translation
An adult woman wants to complete her high school diploma in Germany. She can do this at...
- A a university.
- B an evening school. ✓ Correct answer
- C a secondary school.
- D a private university.
Explanation
Adults in Germany can obtain the Abitur through second‑chance education institutions such as an Abendgymnasium (evening secondary school for adults) or a Kolleg. Universities (including private ones) require a completed Abitur for admission, and a Hauptschule does not award the Abitur.
Tips
- Look for terms linked to adult/second‑chance education (e.g., evening school, Kolleg) when the question involves adults completing school-leaving certificates.
- Eliminate institutions that typically require the Abitur for entry (universities).
- Recall the hierarchy of school types: Hauptschule does not lead to Abitur; Gymnasium/Abendgymnasium/Kolleg do.
- Watch for keywords like “nachholen” indicating non-traditional pathways designed for adults.
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