Question 1

Among Germany's political parties, which actively opposed German troop deployment to Afghanistan?

Accepted Answer

A)  The Left Party 
B)  The Christian Democrats 
C)  The Social Democrats 
D)  The Greens 
E)  The Free Democrats 
A)  The Left Party 
B)  The Christian Democrats 
C)  The Social Democrats 
D)  The Greens 
E)  The Free Democrats A

Question 2

A constructive vote of no confidence means that

Accepted Answer

A)  a vote of no confidence must have a supermajority of 60 percent. 
B)  both houses of parliament must vote in favor of no confidence. 
C)  a majority of the Lander, as well as the Bundestag, must vote for no confidence. 
D)  the Bundestag must vote in a new chancellor at the same time that a vote of no confidence is taken. 
E)  the Bundestag must vote in a new chancellor at the same time that a vote of no confidence is taken and majority of the Lander must approve that selection. 
A)  a vote of no confidence must have a supermajority of 60 percent. 
B)  both houses of parliament must vote in favor of no confidence. 
C)  a majority of the Lander, as well as the Bundestag, must vote for no confidence. 
D)  the Bundestag must vote in a new chancellor at the same time that a vote of no confidence is taken. 
E)  the Bundestag must vote in a new chancellor at the same time that a vote of no confidence is taken and majority of the Lander must approve that selection. D

Question 3

Until 1998, Germany relied upon ethnicity as its primary criteria for citizenship. Discuss the difficulties of this definition especially in light of the European Union and the increased migration characteristic of a globalized world economy. What political problems has this created? What policies and programs has Germany adopted to address these problems? What kinds of additional reforms might be beneficial and why?

Accepted Answer

Until 1998, Germany's reliance on ethnicity as the primary criteria for citizenship created significant difficulties, especially in light of the European Union and the increased migration characteristic of a globalized world economy. This definition of citizenship led to exclusion and discrimination against non-ethnic Germans, and it also conflicted with the EU's principles of free movement and non-discrimination based on nationality.

The political problems created by this definition of citizenship included tensions with other EU member states, as well as internal social and political divisions within Germany. The policy also hindered the integration of immigrants and their descendants into German society, leading to social and economic disparities.

To address these problems, Germany has adopted various policies and programs aimed at promoting integration and inclusion. These include language and integration courses, anti-discrimination laws, and efforts to improve access to education and employment for immigrants and their children. Additionally, Germany has implemented naturalization policies that allow for easier acquisition of citizenship for long-term residents, regardless of their ethnicity.

However, additional reforms may be beneficial to further address these issues. For example, Germany could consider further relaxing naturalization requirements to make it easier for long-term residents to become citizens. Additionally, efforts to combat discrimination and promote diversity in all areas of society, including politics, education, and the workplace, could help to create a more inclusive and cohesive society. Furthermore, continued collaboration with other EU member states to develop common policies and practices for immigration and citizenship could help to address the challenges posed by increased migration in a globalized world economy. Overall, a more inclusive and flexible approach to citizenship and integration is essential for Germany to effectively navigate the complexities of a globalized world economy and the diverse population within the European Union.

Question 4

An example of Euro-skepticism in German is

Accepted Answer

A)  the recent rejection of the use of the Euro. 
B)  the rejection of the Constitutional Treaty by German voters. 
C)  the Constitutional Court's rejection of the Lisbon Treaty on the grounds that it established a federal "United States of Europe." 
D)  the growing lack of public support for German participation in the European Union. 
E)  the Bundesrat's recent refusal to transpose European Union legislation into German law. 
A)  the recent rejection of the use of the Euro. 
B)  the rejection of the Constitutional Treaty by German voters. 
C)  the Constitutional Court's rejection of the Lisbon Treaty on the grounds that it established a federal "United States of Europe." 
D)  the growing lack of public support for German participation in the European Union. 
E)  the Bundesrat's recent refusal to transpose European Union legislation into German law.

Question 5

The individual who led the unification of Germany through a "revolution from above" was

Accepted Answer

A)  Napoleon Bonaparte. 
B)  Kaiser Wilhelm II 
C)  Freidrich Engles. 
D)  Otto von Bismarck. 
E)  Adolf Hitler. 
A)  Napoleon Bonaparte. 
B)  Kaiser Wilhelm II 
C)  Freidrich Engles. 
D)  Otto von Bismarck. 
E)  Adolf Hitler.

Question 6

The rise of cartel parties has led to

Accepted Answer

A)  the decline of party responsiveness to their core constituencies. 
B)  the rise of party dependence upon state resources for financial support. 
C)  parties adopting similar platforms. 
D)  a decrease in voter turnout. 
E)  All of the above statements are true. 
A)  the decline of party responsiveness to their core constituencies. 
B)  the rise of party dependence upon state resources for financial support. 
C)  parties adopting similar platforms. 
D)  a decrease in voter turnout. 
E)  All of the above statements are true.

Question 7

When Germany' s economy went into recession during the recent global economic downturn

Accepted Answer

A)  the German standard of living declined sharply, indicting just how vulnerable Germany is to fluctuations in the global economy. 
B)  German citizens were uncomfortable with the power of government spending to counter the recession. 
C)  the approval rating of the European Union among Germans declined sharply. 
D)  German workers were viewed as expendable by employers whereas guest workers were viewed more favorably. 
E)  German businesses were quick to cut their payrolls by dismissing large numbers of guest workers while retaining native workers. 
A)  the German standard of living declined sharply, indicting just how vulnerable Germany is to fluctuations in the global economy. 
B)  German citizens were uncomfortable with the power of government spending to counter the recession. 
C)  the approval rating of the European Union among Germans declined sharply. 
D)  German workers were viewed as expendable by employers whereas guest workers were viewed more favorably. 
E)  German businesses were quick to cut their payrolls by dismissing large numbers of guest workers while retaining native workers.

Question 8

The primary driving force within the German policy-making process is the

Accepted Answer

A)  Bundestag. 
B)  Lander. 
C)  European Union. 
D)  Chancellor and cabinet. 
E)  Bundesrat. 
A)  Bundestag. 
B)  Lander. 
C)  European Union. 
D)  Chancellor and cabinet. 
E)  Bundesrat.

Question 9

The Greens first received seats in the German lower house in

Accepted Answer

A)  1979. 
B)  1983. 
C)  1990. 
D)  1998. 
E)  2010. 
A)  1979. 
B)  1983. 
C)  1990. 
D)  1998. 
E)  2010.

Question 10

Only ____________ percent of Germany's young adults go to university with most of the remainder completing three-year apprenticeships.

Accepted Answer

A)  40 
B)  30 
C)  35 
D)  25 
E)  45 
A)  40 
B)  30 
C)  35 
D)  25 
E)  45

Question 11

Two factors that made the unification of Germany prior to 1806 difficult were

Accepted Answer

A)  uncertain geographic boundaries and religious divisions. 
B)  uncertain geographic boundaries and the lack of a cohesive German cultural identity. 
C)  religious diversity and constant European conflict. 
D)  the lack of a cohesive German cultural identity and religious divisions. 
E)  uncertain geographic boundaries and the lack of a powerful leader. 
A)  uncertain geographic boundaries and religious divisions. 
B)  uncertain geographic boundaries and the lack of a cohesive German cultural identity. 
C)  religious diversity and constant European conflict. 
D)  the lack of a cohesive German cultural identity and religious divisions. 
E)  uncertain geographic boundaries and the lack of a powerful leader.

Question 12

Until 1999, when the SPD-Green government liberalized citizenship requirements, German citizenship was based on

Accepted Answer

A)  blood. 
B)  knowledge of the German language. 
C)  religion. 
D)  naturalization. 
E)  place of birth. 
A)  blood. 
B)  knowledge of the German language. 
C)  religion. 
D)  naturalization. 
E)  place of birth.

Question 13

The gastarbeiter program

Accepted Answer

A)  was a poverty reduction program that was implemented in East Germany while it was under communist rule. 
B)  is Germany's naturalization program that allows immigrants t obtain German citizenship. 
C)  is Germany's liberal political asylum policy. 
D)  recruited temporary workers from Southern Europe on the understanding that they would return to their native countries if German unemployment increased. 
E)  allowed persons of German descent living in Eastern Europe to return to Germany and claim automatic German citizenship. 
A)  was a poverty reduction program that was implemented in East Germany while it was under communist rule. 
B)  is Germany's naturalization program that allows immigrants t obtain German citizenship. 
C)  is Germany's liberal political asylum policy. 
D)  recruited temporary workers from Southern Europe on the understanding that they would return to their native countries if German unemployment increased. 
E)  allowed persons of German descent living in Eastern Europe to return to Germany and claim automatic German citizenship.

Question 14

The percentage of Germany' s civil servants who work for the federal government (as opposed to state and local governments) is

Accepted Answer

A)  15 percent 
B)  25 percent 
C)  35 percent 
D)  10 percent 
E)  40 percent 
A)  15 percent 
B)  25 percent 
C)  35 percent 
D)  10 percent 
E)  40 percent

Question 15

The secret police in East Germany was known as the

Accepted Answer

A)  KGB. 
B)  Stasi. 
C)  Betriebsrate. 
D)  Krankenhassen. 
E)  Faktion. 
A)  KGB. 
B)  Stasi. 
C)  Betriebsrate. 
D)  Krankenhassen. 
E)  Faktion.

Question 16

Which of the following is TRUE of the Lander?

Accepted Answer

A)  Regional political parties are significantly different from national ones. 
B)  There is a strict separation of powers between the federal and Lander governments. 
C)  They have few powers and are not a significant force in policy-making. 
D)  They are required to share a portion of their revenues so Landers with stronger economies help to support those with weaker economies. 
E)  The number of Lander changes frequently as the federal government tries to give more autonomy to different regions and ethnic groups. 
A)  Regional political parties are significantly different from national ones. 
B)  There is a strict separation of powers between the federal and Lander governments. 
C)  They have few powers and are not a significant force in policy-making. 
D)  They are required to share a portion of their revenues so Landers with stronger economies help to support those with weaker economies. 
E)  The number of Lander changes frequently as the federal government tries to give more autonomy to different regions and ethnic groups.

Question 17

The lower house of the German legislature is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  Bundesrat. 
B)  Bundestag. 
C)  National Assembly. 
D)  People's Assembly. 
E)  Lander. 
A)  Bundesrat. 
B)  Bundestag. 
C)  National Assembly. 
D)  People's Assembly. 
E)  Lander.

Question 18

Germany attained both industrial development and democracy later than its European neighbors Britain and France. What are the benefits and liabilities for Germany being an economic and political latecomer?

Accepted Answer

The benefits for Germany being an econom

Question 19

How many Lander comprise the Federal Republic of Germany?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 
B)  13 
C)  16 
D)  19 
E)  23 
A)  10 
B)  13 
C)  16 
D)  19 
E)  23

Question 20

The German electoral system is best described as

Accepted Answer

A)  a single-member-district system. 
B)  proportional representation. 
C)  a mixed member system. 
D)  a series of referenda. 
E)  authoritarian. 
A)  a single-member-district system. 
B)  proportional representation. 
C)  a mixed member system. 
D)  a series of referenda. 
E)  authoritarian.

Among Germany's political parties, which actively opposed German troop deployment to Afghanistan?

A constructive vote of no confidence means that

An example of Euro-skepticism in German is

The individual who led the unification of Germany through a "revolution from above" was

The rise of cartel parties has led to

When Germany' s economy went into recession during the recent global economic downturn

The primary driving force within the German policy-making process is the

The Greens first received seats in the German lower house in

Only ____________ percent of Germany's young adults go to university with most of the remainder completing three-year apprenticeships.

Two factors that made the unification of Germany prior to 1806 difficult were

Until 1999, when the SPD-Green government liberalized citizenship requirements, German citizenship was based on

The gastarbeiter program

The percentage of Germany' s civil servants who work for the federal government (as opposed to state and local governments) is

The secret police in East Germany was known as the

Which of the following is TRUE of the Lander?

The lower house of the German legislature is called the

Germany attained both industrial development and democracy later than its European neighbors Britain and France. What are the benefits and liabilities for Germany being an economic and political latecomer?

How many Lander comprise the Federal Republic of Germany?

The German electoral system is best described as

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Among Germany's political parties, which actively opposed German troop deployment to Afghanistan?

A constructive vote of no confidence means that

An example of Euro-skepticism in German is

The individual who led the unification of Germany through a "revolution from above" was

The rise of cartel parties has led to

When Germany' s economy went into recession during the recent global economic downturn

The primary driving force within the German policy-making process is the

The Greens first received seats in the German lower house in

Only ____________ percent of Germany's young adults go to university with most of the remainder completing three-year apprenticeships.

Two factors that made the unification of Germany prior to 1806 difficult were

Until 1999, when the SPD-Green government liberalized citizenship requirements, German citizenship was based on

The gastarbeiter program

The percentage of Germany' s civil servants who work for the federal government (as opposed to state and local governments) is

The secret police in East Germany was known as the

Which of the following is TRUE of the Lander?

The lower house of the German legislature is called the

Germany attained both industrial development and democracy later than its European neighbors Britain and France. What are the benefits and liabilities for Germany being an economic and political latecomer?

How many Lander comprise the Federal Republic of Germany?

The German electoral system is best described as

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