Question 271 · Federal question
What is a custom in Germany at Christmas?
German original (as asked in the real test)
Was ist in Deutschland ein Brauch zu Weihnachten?
- A bunte Eier verstecken
- B einen Tannenbaum schmücken ✓ Correct answer
- C sich mit Masken und Kostümen verkleiden
- D Kürbisse vor die Tür stellen
Translation
What is a custom in Germany at Christmas?
- A hide colorful eggs
- B decorate a Christmas tree ✓ Correct answer
- C dress up with masks and costumes
- D place pumpkins in front of the door
Explanation
In Germany, a common Christmas tradition is decorating a fir tree (Christmas tree). Hiding colorful eggs is tied to Easter, dressing up with masks is associated with Carnival, and placing pumpkins is linked to Halloween.
Tips
- Match holidays to their typical symbols: Christmas with fir trees, Advent wreaths, and nativity scenes; Easter with eggs and bunnies; Carnival with costumes and parades; Halloween with pumpkins. Eliminate options that clearly belong to other holidays. Look for keywords like Tannenbaum (Christmas), Eier (Easter), Masken/Kostüme (Carnival), Kürbisse (Halloween).
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