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Question 1German language and linguistic reflection

Which noun phrase correctly completes the sentence requiring the Dative case? "Der Schüler spricht mit _____ (neu / Lehrer)."

  1. mit den neuen Lehrer
  2. mit dem neuen Lehrer Correct answer.
  3. mit das neue Lehrer
  4. mit des neuen Lehrers

Explanation

The preposition 'mit' always governs the Dative case. 'Lehrer' is masculine singular ('der Lehrer'). In the Dative singular with the definite article, 'der' becomes 'dem', and the adjective takes the weak ending '-en': 'mit dem neuen Lehrer'.

Question 2German language and linguistic reflection

Which noun phrase correctly completes the sentence with an Accusative preposition? "Die Kinder gehen durch _____ (dunkel / Wald)."

  1. durch dem dunklen Wald
  2. durch des dunklen Waldes
  3. durch den dunklen Wald Correct answer.
  4. durch der dunkle Wald

Explanation

The preposition 'durch' strictly governs the Accusative case. 'Wald' is masculine ('der Wald'). In the Accusative singular, 'der' becomes 'den' and the adjective ending is '-en': 'durch den dunklen Wald'.

Question 3German language and linguistic reflection

Select the correctly conjugated modal verb form in the present tense: "Ihr _____ heute Abend ins Kino gehen. (können)"

  1. können
  2. kannst
  3. kann
  4. könnt Correct answer.

Explanation

The second-person plural pronoun 'ihr' requires the present tense conjugated verb form 'könnt': 'Ihr könnt heute Abend ins Kino gehen.'

Question 4German language and linguistic reflection

Complete the relative clause with the correct Nominative relative pronoun: "Dort steht der Mann, _____ Deutsch spricht."

  1. der Correct answer.
  2. den
  3. dem
  4. dessen

Explanation

The antecedent is 'der Mann' (masculine singular). Inside the relative clause, the relative pronoun functions as the subject (Nominative). Therefore, the correct pronoun is 'der'.

Question 5German language and linguistic reflection

Which sentence correctly displays German word order in a subordinate clause introduced by "weil"?

  1. Er bleibt zu Hause, weil er ist krank.
  2. Er bleibt zu Hause, weil er krank ist. Correct answer.
  3. Er bleibt zu Hause, weil ist er krank.
  4. Er bleibt zu Hause, ist weil er krank.

Explanation

Subordinating conjunctions like 'weil' send the conjugated verb ('ist') to the very end of the subordinate clause: 'weil er krank ist.'

Question 6Writing, argument and revision

Which opening salutation is appropriate for a formal business letter or university application in German when the recipient's name is unknown?

  1. Hallo zusammen!
  2. Liebe Freunde,
  3. Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren, Correct answer.
  4. Hi Chef,

Explanation

The standard formal opening salutation when addressing an unknown party or institution in written German is 'Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren,'.

Question 7Writing, argument and revision

Select the standard formal closing formula for an official letter in German:

  1. Tschüss und bis bald!
  2. Viele Grüße aus Spanien,
  3. Dein Kumpel,
  4. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Correct answer.

Explanation

'Mit freundlichen Grüßen' (Sincerely / Yours faithfully) is the standard formal closing formula in written German business/academic correspondence.

Question 8Writing, argument and revision

Which phrase is most appropriate to introduce one's personal opinion in an argumentative essay?

  1. Meiner Meinung nach... Correct answer.
  2. Im Jahre 1800...
  3. Ohne Zweifel ist der Apfel rot...
  4. Laut dem Telefonbuch...

Explanation

'Meiner Meinung nach...' ('In my opinion...') is the standard expression used to introduce personal perspective in written compositions.

Question 9Writing, argument and revision

What pragmatic function does the modal particle "ja" serve in conversational statements like: "Das ist ja interessant!"?

  1. It expresses a formal strict command.
  2. It signals surprise or appeals to shared/obvious knowledge between speakers. Correct answer.
  3. It indicates that the sentence must be interpreted as a negation.
  4. It converts the statement into a mathematical equation.

Explanation

In German spoken pragmatics, the modal particle 'ja' indicates surprise or notes that a fact is known/obvious to both dialogue partners.

Question 10Writing, argument and revision

What communicative effect does adding the modal particle "denn" have in a question like: "Wie heißt du denn?"?

  1. It makes the question sound hostile and angry.
  2. It signals that the question is a legal cross-examination.
  3. It softens the question, making it sound friendly, interested, or casual. Correct answer.
  4. It requires a written response within five minutes.

Explanation

The modal particle 'denn' in questions softens the tone, expressing genuine interest, friendliness, or curiosity.

Question 11Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the text and answer the question: 'Die Solarenergie spielt in Deutschland und Katalonien eine immer wichtigere Rolle. Immer mehr Haushalte installieren Photovoltaikanlagen auf ihren Dächern, um eigenen Strom zu erzeugen und die Umwelt zu schonen.' What is stated as the main reason households install rooftop solar panels?

  1. To generate their own electricity and protect the environment Correct answer.
  2. To receive direct subsidies from the European Union
  3. To completely disconnect from the municipal water grid
  4. To replace traditional gas heating systems during winter

Explanation

The text states that households install solar panels 'um eigenen Strom zu erzeugen und die Umwelt zu schonen' (in order to generate their own electricity and protect the environment). This directly matches the statement about self-generation and environmental protection.

Question 12Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the excerpt: 'Ein Duales Studium kombiniert ein akademisches Hochschulstudium mit einer praktischen Berufsausbildung in einem Unternehmen. Die Studierenden sammeln so wertvolle Praxiserfahrung und beziehen von Anfang an ein festes Gehalt.' What primary benefit of a Duales Studium is mentioned in the passage?

  1. Students study exclusively abroad without taking written examinations
  2. Students gain practical work experience and earn a fixed salary from the start Correct answer.
  3. Students graduate in half the standard time required by traditional universities
  4. Companies guarantee lifetime employment without a probationary period

Explanation

The excerpt explicitly notes that students gain valuable practical experience ('wertvolle Praxiserfahrung') and earn a regular salary from the beginning ('beziehen von Anfang an ein festes Gehalt').

Question 13Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the passage: 'Viele Jugendliche in Großstädten wie Barcelona oder Berlin nutzen das Fahrrad oder den öffentlichen Nahverkehr anstelle eines eigenen Autos. Das spart Geld und verringert den CO2-Ausstoß im Stadtverkehr.' What outcome is attributed to young people choosing bicycles and public transport?

  1. It causes traffic congestion around school zones
  2. It requires towns to build larger highway networks
  3. It saves money and reduces CO2 emissions in urban traffic Correct answer.
  4. It increases the cost of monthly train passes

Explanation

The text explains that opting for bikes and public transport 'spart Geld und verringert den CO2-Ausstoß' (saves money and reduces CO2 emissions).

Question 14Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the statement: 'Obwohl Herr Müller seit zehn Jahren in Spanien lebt, vermisst er im Winter das traditionelle deutsche Brot und die Weihnachtsmärkte.' What does Mr. Müller miss about winter in Germany?

  1. The warm Mediterranean beaches and olive groves
  2. The high tax rates and bureaucratic application forms
  3. The summer music festivals and outdoor swimming pools
  4. Traditional German bread and Christmas markets Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage specifies that Mr. Müller misses 'das traditionelle deutsche Brot und die Weihnachtsmärkte' (traditional German bread and Christmas markets) during winter.

Question 15Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Die Universitätsbibliothek erweitert ihre Öffnungszeiten während der Prüfungsphase, damit die Studierenden auch spät abends ungestört lernen können.' Why are the library opening hours extended?

  1. So students can study undisturbed late in the evening during exams Correct answer.
  2. To host international film festivals and social parties
  3. Because the building needs nightly structural maintenance
  4. To reduce electricity consumption by closing early on weekends

Explanation

The conjunction 'damit' introduces the purpose: so that students can study without disturbance late in the evening during the exam period ('damit die Studierenden auch spät abends ungestört lernen können').

Question 16Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the text: 'Künstliche Intelligenz verändert die Arbeitswelt gründlich. Viele Experten betonen jedoch, dass kreative und soziale Fähigkeiten weiterhin vom Menschen ausgeführt werden müssen.' What nuance do experts emphasize regarding artificial intelligence?

  1. Human workers will be completely replaced within five years
  2. Creative and social skills must still be performed by humans Correct answer.
  3. AI models cannot process written text in foreign languages
  4. All administrative jobs will move to agricultural regions

Explanation

The text highlights that experts stress that creative and social skills must still be carried out by human beings ('dass kreative und soziale Fähigkeiten weiterhin vom Menschen ausgeführt werden müssen').

Question 17Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Wegen des starken Regens musste das Open-Air-Konzert am Samstagabend abgesagt werden.' What was the direct reason for cancelling the concert?

  1. A sudden power outage across the city center
  2. Lack of ticket sales among university students
  3. Heavy rainfall on Saturday evening Correct answer.
  4. An unexpected artist cancellation due to illness

Explanation

The preposition 'Wegen des starken Regens' clearly indicates that the cause of the cancellation was the heavy rainfall on Saturday evening.

Question 18Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the passage: 'Das Goethe-Institut bietet weltweit Sprachkurse und Kulturveranstaltungen an, um das Verständnis für Deutschland zu fördern.' What is the stated objective of the Goethe-Institut?

  1. To export German industrial machinery exclusively to Latin America
  2. To organize professional sports leagues across European universities
  3. To manage international diplomatic negotiations between governments
  4. To offer language courses and cultural events to promote understanding of Germany Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage directly states that the institute offers language courses and cultural events worldwide to foster understanding of Germany ('um das Verständnis für Deutschland zu fördern').

Question 19Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Die Lebensmittelpreise sind im letzten Jahr deutlich gestiegen, weshalb viele Familien auf Sonderangebote achten.' How have families reacted to the rise in food prices?

  1. Many families pay close attention to special offers and discounts Correct answer.
  2. Families have stopped purchasing fresh produce altogether
  3. Most families have moved to smaller rural villages
  4. Families now purchase all their groceries from international online shops

Explanation

The relative adverbal clause 'weshalb viele Familien auf Sonderangebote achten' shows that families pay attention to special offers as a result of rising prices.

Question 20Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the excerpt: 'In Katalonien feiern viele Menschen am 23. April den Diada de Sant Jordi, an dem man sich traditionell Bücher und Rosen schenkt.' What traditional gifts are exchanged on Sant Jordi's Day according to the text?

  1. Chocolates and decorative candles
  2. Books and roses Correct answer.
  3. Gold coins and silk scarves
  4. Handwritten letters and ceramic paintings

Explanation

The excerpt explicitly mentions that people traditionally gift each other books and roses ('an dem man sich traditionell Bücher und Rosen schenkt').

Question 21Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the text: 'Immer mehr Touristen reisen mit der Bahn statt mit dem Flugzeug, um ihren ökologischen Fußabdruck zu verkleinern.' What is the underlying motivation for choosing train travel over flying?

  1. Airline ticket prices have been fixed by international law
  2. Trains are guaranteed to be faster than short-haul flights
  3. To reduce their ecological footprint Correct answer.
  4. Train stations offer free accommodation for travelers

Explanation

The final infinitive clause 'um ihren ökologischen Fußabdruck zu verkleinern' specifies that reducing their ecological footprint is the main reason for choosing trains.

Question 22Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Frau Hoffmann hat die E-Mail gestern nicht beantwortet, weil sie den ganzen Tag an einer Konferenz teilgenommen hat.' Why did Frau Hoffmann fail to answer the email yesterday?

  1. Her internet connection failed during the morning hours
  2. She lost her email password and account details
  3. She had to travel unexpectedly to another country
  4. She attended a conference all day Correct answer.

Explanation

The causal clause 'weil sie den ganzen Tag an einer Konferenz teilgenommen hat' directly explains that she was attending a conference all day.

Question 23Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the passage: 'Das Museum für Moderne Kunst bleibt wegen Renovierungsarbeiten bis Ende September geschlossen.' Until when will the museum remain closed?

  1. Until the end of September Correct answer.
  2. Until the start of the summer holidays
  3. Until mid-December
  4. Until the beginning of next spring

Explanation

The temporal phrase 'bis Ende September' explicitly states that the museum stays closed until the end of September.

Question 24Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the text: 'Gesunde Ernährung und regelmäßige Bewegung sind entscheidend, um Stress im Alltag effektiv abzubauen.' What two factors are described as decisive for effectively reducing stress?

  1. High salaries and frequent international vacations
  2. Healthy diet and regular exercise Correct answer.
  3. Vitamins supplements and extra hours of sleep
  4. Meditation apps and quiet working spaces

Explanation

The subject elements 'Gesunde Ernährung und regelmäßige Bewegung' (healthy diet and regular exercise) are identified as key to stress reduction.

Question 25Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Obwohl die Prüfung sehr schwierig war, haben fast alle Schüler die erforderliche Punktzahl erreicht.' What does the concession sentence reveal about the exam results?

  1. All students failed due to the high difficulty level
  2. The exam was cancelled because of grading errors
  3. Almost all students achieved the required score despite the difficulty Correct answer.
  4. Only two students managed to complete the written section

Explanation

The concessive conjunction 'Obwohl' introduces the contrast: although the test was very difficult, almost all students passed ('haben fast alle Schüler die erforderliche Punktzahl erreicht').

Question 26Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the excerpt: 'Der Schüleraustausch zwischen dem Gymnasium in München und der Schule in Girona findet bereits seit fünfzehn Jahren statt.' For how long has the exchange program been taking place?

  1. For five years
  2. For ten years
  3. For fifteen years Correct answer.
  4. For twenty-five years

Explanation

The text states 'seit fünfzehn Jahren' (for fifteen years), establishing the duration of the school exchange program.

Question 27Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Wer ein Auslandssemester machen möchte, muss seine Bewerbungsunterlagen bis zum 15. Mai beim Akademischen Auslandsamt einreichen.' What deadline is set for submitting application documents?

  1. May 15th Correct answer.
  2. March 1st
  3. June 30th
  4. September 15th

Explanation

The text clearly states 'bis zum 15. Mai' (by May 15th) as the deadline for submitting study abroad applications.

Question 28Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the text: 'In vielen deutschen Städten gilt am Sonntag eine Sonntagsruhe. Geschäfte und Supermärkte bleiben geschlossen, damit Arbeitnehmer sich erholen können.' Why are shops closed on Sundays in many German cities?

  1. To allow employees to rest and recover Correct answer.
  2. Because electricity rates are doubled on weekends
  3. To encourage online shopping on mobile devices
  4. Because municipal transport does not operate on Sundays

Explanation

The final clause 'damit Arbeitnehmer sich erholen können' clarifies that Sunday shop closures exist so that workers can rest and recover.

Question 29Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the statement: 'Die neue Theaterproduktion kombiniert klassische Musik mit modernen Choreografien und hat bei der Premiere Begeisterung beim Publikum ausgelöst.' How did the audience react at the premiere?

  1. With indifference and early departure
  2. With enthusiasm Correct answer.
  3. With confusion due to missing dialogues
  4. With anger over high ticket prices

Explanation

The text states that the show triggered enthusiasm among the audience ('hat ... Begeisterung beim Publikum ausgelöst').

Question 30Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Aufgrund der hohen Nachfrage hat die Bahngesellschaft zusätzliche Züge auf der Strecke zwischen Berlin und Hamburg eingesetzt.' What action did the railway company take?

  1. Cancelled all weekend train services on the route
  2. Raised ticket prices by thirty percent
  3. Deployed additional trains on the Berlin-Hamburg line Correct answer.
  4. Replaced train routes with intercity bus services

Explanation

The text explicitly states 'hat ... zusätzliche Züge ... eingesetzt' (has deployed additional trains on the route between Berlin and Hamburg).

Question 31Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the passage: 'Carsten arbeitet seit drei Jahren im Homeoffice. Er schätzt die Flexibilität, vermisst aber gelegentlich den direkten persönlichen Kontakt zu seinen Arbeitskollegen.' What downside of working from home is mentioned for Carsten?

  1. He occasionally misses direct personal contact with his colleagues Correct answer.
  2. He incurs higher commuting costs every month
  3. He suffers from a lack of flexible working hours
  4. He cannot access software required for his daily tasks

Explanation

The passage notes that while he values flexibility, he misses personal contact with colleagues ('vermisst aber gelegentlich den direkten persönlichen kontakt zu seinen Arbeitskollegen').

Question 32Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Um die Umwelt zu schützen, haben viele Supermärkte Einwegplastiktüten durch wiederverwendbare Stoffbeutel ersetzt.' What replacement was made by supermarkets?

  1. Paper receipts were replaced with digital QR codes
  2. Single-use plastic bags were replaced with reusable cloth bags Correct answer.
  3. Glass bottles were replaced with aluminum cans
  4. Plastic packaging was replaced with wooden crates

Explanation

The sentence states that supermarkets replaced single-use plastic bags with reusable cloth bags ('Einwegplastiktüten durch wiederverwendbare Stoffbeutel ersetzt').

Question 33Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the passage: 'Das Sommerfest des Sportvereins fand am vergangenen Sonntag im Stadtpark statt. Trotz des wolkigen Wetters kamen über 500 Besucher.' How many visitors attended the sports club's summer festival?

  1. Under 100 visitors
  2. Exactly 250 visitors
  3. Over 500 visitors Correct answer.
  4. More than 5,000 visitors

Explanation

The text states 'kamen über 500 Besucher' (over 500 visitors came), establishing the attendance number.

Question 34Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the statement: 'Ein neues Gesetz verpflichtet Unternehmen dazu, transparente Auskünfte über die Herkunft ihrer Rohstoffe zu geben.' What obligation does the new law impose on companies?

  1. To reduce their total workforce by ten percent annually
  2. To relocate their production factories outside Europe
  3. To lower retail prices on imported electronic goods
  4. To provide transparent information on the origin of their raw materials Correct answer.

Explanation

The verb 'verpflichtet' followed by 'transparente Auskünfte über die Herkunft ihrer Rohstoffe zu geben' shows the law obliges companies to disclose raw material origins transparently.

Question 35Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the passage: 'Wissenschaftler der Universität Heidelberg haben eine neue Methode entwickelt, um Wasser effizienter zu reinigen.' What breakthrough did scientists at Heidelberg University achieve?

  1. They developed a new method to purify water more efficiently Correct answer.
  2. They created a synthetic substitute for fossil fuels
  3. They discovered an unknown species of marine plant
  4. They built a solar-powered desalination plant on the coast

Explanation

The sentence states that scientists developed a new method to clean/purify water more efficiently ('eine neue Methode entwickelt, um Wasser effizienter zu reinigen').

Question 36Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the excerpt: 'Stefan möchte nach dem Abitur ein Freiwilliges Soziales Jahr (FSJ) im Ausland absolvieren, bevor er mit dem Studium beginnt.' What does Stefan plan to do after high school graduation?

  1. Start working immediately at a commercial bank
  2. Complete a Voluntary Social Year abroad before starting university Correct answer.
  3. Take a gap year to travel through Australia without working
  4. Enroll directly in a master's program in engineering

Explanation

Stefan plans to complete a Voluntary Social Year abroad ('ein Freiwilliges Soziales Jahr im Ausland absolvieren') before beginning university studies.

Question 37Reading, nonfiction and media

Read the sentence: 'Das Restaurant serviert ausschließlich Gerichte aus regionalen und biologischen Zutaten.' What characterizes the dishes served at this restaurant?

  1. They are pre-cooked fast-food items imported from overseas
  2. They are made of expensive luxury seafood delicacies
  3. They are exclusively prepared by guest international chefs
  4. They are made exclusively from regional and organic ingredients Correct answer.

Explanation

The phrase 'ausschließlich Gerichte aus regionalen und biologischen Zutaten' specifies that dishes consist exclusively of regional and organic ingredients.

Question 38German language and linguistic reflection

Choose the correct verb form to complete the sentence: 'Wenn ich mehr Zeit hätte, _____ ich jeden Tag im Park joggen.'

  1. würde Correct answer.
  2. werde
  3. hatte
  4. wollte

Explanation

In a Konjunktiv II unreal conditional sentence ('Wenn ich mehr Zeit hätte...'), the main clause uses 'würde' + infinitive ('würde ich ... joggen') to express a hypothetical action in the present.

Question 39German language and linguistic reflection

Complete the subordinate clause with the correct word order: 'Er lernt Deutsch, weil er nächstes Jahr in München _____.'

  1. studieren will Correct answer.
  2. will studieren
  3. studiert will
  4. will studiert

Explanation

In a subordinate clause introduced by 'weil', the conjugated auxiliary or modal verb goes to the very end of the clause. When combining a modal verb with an infinitive, the infinitive comes first followed by the conjugated modal ('studieren will').

Question 40German language and linguistic reflection

Which relative pronoun correctly completes the sentence? 'Der Student, _____ wir gestern im Labor geholfen haben, hat die Prüfung bestanden.'

  1. der
  2. den
  3. dem Correct answer.
  4. dessen

Explanation

The verb 'helfen' requires the dative case. Since 'der Student' is masculine singular, the relative pronoun in the dative case is 'dem'.

Question 41German language and linguistic reflection

Transform the active sentence into the correct passive voice (Vorgangspassiv): 'Der Architekt baut ein modernes Haus.'

  1. Ein modernes Haus baut der Architekt.
  2. Ein modernes Haus ist vom Architekten gebaut.
  3. Ein modernes Haus wurde vom Architekten gebaut.
  4. Ein modernes Haus wird vom Architekten gebaut. Correct answer.

Explanation

Vorgangspassiv in the present tense (Präsens) is formed with the present tense of 'werden' + agent ('vom Architekten') + Partizip II ('gebaut'). Therefore, 'Ein modernes Haus wird vom Architekten gebaut' is correct.

Question 42German language and linguistic reflection

Select the correct adjective ending: 'Maria trägt heute einen neu___ Mantel.'

  1. en Correct answer.
  2. er
  3. es
  4. e

Explanation

The noun 'Mantel' is masculine ('der Mantel'). Here it is the direct object in the accusative case ('einen ... Mantel'). Following the indefinite article 'einen' (mixed declension), the masculine accusative adjective ending is '-en' ('einen neuen Mantel').

Question 43German language and linguistic reflection

Which preposition correctly completes the temporal expression? '_____ zwei Wochen fliegt die Familie nach Berlin.'

  1. In Correct answer.
  2. Seit
  3. Vor
  4. Nach

Explanation

To express a future point in time relative to the present ('in two weeks'), German uses the preposition 'in' + dative ('in zwei Wochen').

Question 44German language and linguistic reflection

Complete the sentence with the correct Genitive structure: 'Das Auto _____ Lehrers steht vor der Schule.'

  1. des Correct answer.
  2. dem
  3. den
  4. der

Explanation

The noun 'Lehrer' is masculine ('der Lehrer'). Possessive attribution ('the teacher's car') requires the genitive masculine definite article 'des', paired with the noun suffix '-s' ('des Lehrers').

Question 45German language and linguistic reflection

Select the correct connector to express contrast: 'Er hat viel gelernt, _____ hat er die Prüfung nicht bestanden.'

  1. deshalb
  2. weil
  3. trotzdem Correct answer.
  4. dass

Explanation

'Trotzdem' (nevertheless / despite that) introduces an adversarial/concessive main clause with inverted word order ('trotzdem hat er...').

Question 46German language and linguistic reflection

Choose the correct infinitive structure: 'Es ist wichtig, jeden Tag ausreichend Wasser _____.'

  1. trinken
  2. zu trinken Correct answer.
  3. getrunken zu haben
  4. trinken zu

Explanation

Impersonal expressions like 'Es ist wichtig' require an infinitive construction with 'zu' ('zu trinken') at the end of the clause.

Question 47German language and linguistic reflection

Which modal verb correctly completes the sentence to express prohibition? 'Im Museum _____ man keine Fotos mit Blitzlicht machen.'

  1. darf Correct answer.
  2. muss
  3. will
  4. sollte

Explanation

To express prohibition or lack of permission ('must not / is not allowed to'), German uses 'nicht dürfen' ('darf man keine Fotos...').

Question 48German language and linguistic reflection

Select the correct form of the relative pronoun in the Genitive case: 'Die Frau, _____ Sohn in Berlin studiert, arbeitet als Ärztin.'

  1. deren Correct answer.
  2. dessen
  3. die
  4. der

Explanation

The antecedent is feminine singular ('die Frau'). The relative pronoun in the genitive case expressing possession ('whose son') for a feminine antecedent is 'deren'.

Question 49German language and linguistic reflection

Complete the sentence with the correct prepositions governing directional movement (Akkusativ): 'Wir fahren am Wochenende _____ _____ Schweiz.'

  1. in die Correct answer.
  2. nach der
  3. zu die
  4. an der

Explanation

Feminine countries with articles (like 'die Schweiz') require the preposition 'in' + accusative when expressing destination/directional movement: 'in die Schweiz'.

Question 50German language and linguistic reflection

Choose the correct past participle (Partizip II) of the separable verb 'anfangen':

  1. geanfangen
  2. anfangen
  3. angefangen Correct answer.
  4. anfortgefangen

Explanation

For separable prefix verbs, the prefix '-ge-' is inserted between the separable prefix ('an-') and the stem partizip form ('gefangen'): 'angefangen'.