Learn: Leben in Deutschland

Question 150

Eine Gerichtsschöffin /ein Gerichtsschöffe in Deutschland ist …

die Stellvertreterin/der Stellvertreter des Stadtoberhaupts.
eine ehrenamtliche Richterin/ein ehrenamtlicher Richter.
ein Mitglied eines Gemeinderats.
eine Person, die Jura studiert hat.

Question 150

A lay judge in Germany is ...

the deputy of the city mayor.
a lay judge.
a member of a municipal council.
a person who studied law.

The correct answer is 'eine ehrenamtliche Richterin/ein ehrenamtlicher Richter' (a lay judge). Lay judges in Germany, called 'Schöffen,' are non-professional judges who voluntarily assist professional judges in criminal court cases.

What is a lay judge (Gerichtsschöffe) in Germany?
A lay judge (Gerichtsschöffe) in Germany is a non-professional judge who serves voluntarily in court to assist professional judges in criminal cases.
What qualifications are needed to become a Gerichtsschöffe?
A Gerichtsschöffe does not need formal legal education but is selected based on community standing and a commitment to fair judgment.
What is the role of a lay judge (Gerichtsschöffe) in court?
Lay judges participate in criminal trials, working alongside professional judges to evaluate evidence and deliver verdicts, ensuring the court reflects a broader range of public opinion.
How is a lay judge different from a professional judge in Germany?
A lay judge is a volunteer without formal legal training, while a professional judge has legal education and serves full-time in the judiciary.

Gerichtsschöffe: lay judge
ehrenamtlich: voluntary
Richterin: female judge
Richter: male judge
Stellvertreter: deputy
Stadtoberhaupt: city mayor
Gemeinderat: municipal council
Jura: law

Question 149

Was ist ein Beispiel für antisemitisches Verhalten?

ein jüdisches Fest besuchen
die israelische Regierung kritisieren
den Holocaust leugnen
gegen Juden Fußball spielen

Question 149

What is an example of antisemitic behavior?

attend a Jewish festival
criticize the Israeli government
deny the Holocaust
play football against Jews

The correct answer is 'den Holocaust leugnen' (deny the Holocaust). Holocaust denial is a well-known form of antisemitic behavior, as it negates the historical atrocities committed against the Jewish population during World War II.

What is antisemitism?
Antisemitism refers to prejudice, hostility, or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group.
Why is Holocaust denial considered antisemitic?
Denying the Holocaust is antisemitic because it negates the historical truth of the atrocities committed against Jews during World War II and often seeks to undermine Jewish suffering.
Is criticizing the Israeli government antisemitic?
Criticizing the Israeli government is not inherently antisemitic as long as it does not involve hate or prejudice against Jews as a group.
What are some forms of antisemitic behavior?
Antisemitic behavior can include Holocaust denial, spreading harmful stereotypes about Jews, physical or verbal attacks against Jewish individuals, and vandalizing Jewish property.

antisemitisches Verhalten: antisemitic behavior
Holocaust: Holocaust
leugnen: deny
Fest: festival

Question 148

Was ist eine Aufgabe der Polizei in Deutschland?

das Land zu verteidigen
die Bürgerinnen und Bürger abzuhören
die Gesetze zu beschließen
die Einhaltung von Gesetzen zu überwachen

Question 148

What is a task of the police in Germany?

to defend the country
to listen in on the citizens
to pass laws
to monitor the enforcement of laws

The correct answer is 'die Einhaltung von Gesetzen zu überwachen' (to monitor the enforcement of laws). The police in Germany are responsible for ensuring that laws are followed and maintaining public safety.

What is the primary role of the police in Germany?
The primary role of the police in Germany is to monitor the enforcement of laws and ensure public safety.
Do the police in Germany pass laws?
No, the police do not pass laws. Their duty is to enforce the laws passed by the legislative bodies.
Are the police responsible for defending the country?
No, defending the country is the role of the military, not the police. The police maintain law and order within the country.
Can the police in Germany listen in on citizens?
The police can monitor communications under strict legal conditions, such as with a court order in cases of serious crimes.

Polizei: police
Verteidigen: defend
Bürgerinnen und Bürger: citizens
Gesetze: laws
Einhaltung: enforcement
überwachen: monitor

Question 147

Was ist die Arbeit einer Richterin/eines Richters in Deutschland?

Deutschland regieren
Recht sprechen
Pläne erstellen
Gesetze erlassen

Question 147

What is the job of a judge in Germany?

to govern Germany
to administer justice
to create plans
to pass laws

The correct answer is 'Recht sprechen' (to administer justice). The primary role of a judge in Germany is to interpret the law and render verdicts in legal disputes.

What does a judge do in Germany?
A judge in Germany administers justice by interpreting and applying the law in court cases.
Do judges in Germany pass laws?
No, judges do not pass laws. This is the responsibility of the legislature. Judges apply and interpret the law.
Are judges responsible for governing Germany?
No, governing Germany is the role of the government, not judges. Judges work in the judiciary to resolve legal disputes.
What qualifications are needed to become a judge in Germany?
To become a judge in Germany, one must complete legal studies, pass the two state law exams, and complete a judicial clerkship.

Richterin: female judge
Richter: male judge
Recht sprechen: administer justice
Gesetze erlassen: pass laws
regieren: govern
Pläne erstellen: create plans

Question 146

Wie nennt man in Deutschland ein Verfahren vor einem Gericht?

Programm
Prozedur
Protokoll
Prozess

Question 146

What is the term for a legal proceeding in court in Germany?

program
procedure
protocol
trial

The correct answer is 'Prozess' (trial). A 'Prozess' is the term used in Germany to describe a legal proceeding or trial in court.

What is a 'Prozess' in Germany?
A 'Prozess' refers to a trial or legal proceeding in front of a court in Germany.
What is the role of a court in Germany?
The role of a court in Germany is to ensure justice by hearing and deciding cases according to the law.
Is a 'Protokoll' the same as a 'Prozess'?
No, a 'Protokoll' refers to the record or minutes of a meeting or event, while 'Prozess' refers to the legal proceedings in a trial.
What happens during a legal 'Prozess' in Germany?
During a 'Prozess', the court examines evidence, hears witness testimonies, and decides on the outcome based on the law.

Verfahren: procedure
Gericht: court
Programm: program
Prozedur: procedure
Protokoll: protocol
Prozess: trial

Question 145

In Deutschland wird die Staatsgewalt geteilt. Für welche Staatsgewalt arbeitet eine Richterin/ein Richter? Für die …

Judikative
Exekutive
Presse
Legislative

Question 145

In Germany, state power is divided. For which branch of government does a judge work? For the …

judiciary
executive
press
legislature

The correct answer is 'Judikative' (judiciary). In Germany, judges work within the judiciary, one of the three branches of government responsible for interpreting and applying the law.

What does a judge in Germany do?
A judge in Germany works for the judiciary, interpreting and applying the law in legal cases.
What are the three branches of government in Germany?
The three branches of government in Germany are the judiciary (Judikative), the executive (Exekutive), and the legislature (Legislative).
Does the press count as a branch of government in Germany?
No, the press is not considered a branch of government. The press is free and independent from government control.
Which branch of government makes laws in Germany?
The legislature (Legislative) is responsible for making laws in Germany.
Who enforces laws in Germany?
The executive (Exekutive) branch is responsible for enforcing the laws in Germany.

Staatsgewalt: state power
Judikative: judiciary
Exekutive: executive
Legislative: legislature
Presse: press
Richterin: female judge
Richter: male judge

Question 144

Eine Richterin/ein Richter gehört in Deutschland zur …

vollziehenden Gewalt.
rechtsprechenden Gewalt.
planenden Gewalt.
gesetzgebenden Gewalt.

Question 144

A judge in Germany belongs to the …

executive power
judiciary power
planning power
legislative power

The correct answer is 'rechtsprechende Gewalt' (judiciary power). In Germany, a judge belongs to the judiciary, which is responsible for interpreting and applying the law.

To which branch of government does a judge belong in Germany?
A judge in Germany belongs to the judiciary (rechtsprechende Gewalt).
What is the judiciary responsible for?
The judiciary is responsible for interpreting and applying the law in legal cases.
What are the branches of power in Germany?
The branches of power in Germany are the executive (vollziehende Gewalt), judiciary (rechtsprechende Gewalt), and legislature (gesetzgebende Gewalt).
Who makes laws in Germany?
The legislature (gesetzgebende Gewalt) is responsible for making laws in Germany.
Who enforces laws in Germany?
The executive (vollziehende Gewalt) branch enforces laws in Germany.

Richterin: female judge
Richter: male judge
vollziehende Gewalt: executive power
rechtsprechende Gewalt: judiciary power
planende Gewalt: planning power
gesetzgebende Gewalt: legislative power

Question 143

Eine Richterin/ein Richter in Deutschland gehört zur …

Judikative.
Exekutive.
Operative.
Legislative.

Question 143

A judge in Germany belongs to the …

judiciary
executive
operative
legislature

The correct answer is 'Judikative' (judiciary). Judges in Germany are part of the judiciary, which is responsible for interpreting and enforcing the law in courts.

To which branch of power does a judge belong in Germany?
A judge in Germany belongs to the judiciary (Judikative).
What is the role of the judiciary in Germany?
The judiciary is responsible for interpreting and applying laws in legal disputes.
What is the difference between the judiciary and the legislature?
The judiciary interprets and applies the law, while the legislature creates and passes laws.
Does the executive branch include judges in Germany?
No, judges are part of the judiciary, not the executive branch. The executive enforces laws.

Richterin: female judge
Richter: male judge
Judikative: judiciary
Exekutive: executive
Operative: operative
Legislative: legislature

Question 142

Was ist die Hauptaufgabe einer Richterin/eines Richters in Deutschland? Eine Richterin/ein Richter …

vertritt Bürgerinnen und Bürger vor einem Gericht.
arbeitet an einem Gericht und spricht Urteile.
ändert Gesetze.
betreut Jugendliche vor Gericht.

Question 142

What is the main task of a judge in Germany? A judge …

represents citizens in court.
works in court and delivers judgments.
changes laws.
supervises juveniles in court.

The correct answer is 'arbeitet an einem Gericht und spricht Urteile' (works in court and delivers judgments). In Germany, the main task of a judge is to preside over court cases and issue rulings based on the law.

What is the main role of a judge in Germany?
The main role of a judge in Germany is to work in court and deliver judgments (Urteile).
Can judges change laws in Germany?
No, judges do not change laws; they interpret and apply existing laws.
Who represents citizens in court?
Lawyers represent citizens in court, not judges.
What is an example of a judicial decision?
A judicial decision, or 'Urteil,' is a judgment made by a judge after reviewing a case.

Richterin: female judge
Richter: male judge
Urteil: judgment
Gesetze: laws
Jugendliche: juveniles

Question 141

Wer berät in Deutschland Personen bei Rechtsfragen und vertritt sie vor Gericht?

ein Rechtsanwalt
ein Richter
ein Schöffe
ein Staatsanwalt

Question 141

Who advises people on legal matters and represents them in court in Germany?

a lawyer
a judge
a lay judge
a public prosecutor

The correct answer is 'ein Rechtsanwalt' (a lawyer). In Germany, lawyers provide legal advice to individuals and represent them in court during legal proceedings.

Who provides legal advice and representation in court in Germany?
A lawyer (Rechtsanwalt) provides legal advice and represents people in court in Germany.
What is the role of a judge in court?
A judge (Richter) presides over the court, interprets the law, and makes decisions in legal cases.
What is the difference between a lawyer and a public prosecutor?
A lawyer represents individuals in court, while a public prosecutor (Staatsanwalt) prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the state.
What is the role of a lay judge (Schöffe) in Germany?
A lay judge assists professional judges in some legal cases, bringing the perspective of a regular citizen to court proceedings.

Rechtsanwalt: lawyer
Richter: judge
Schöffe: lay judge
Staatsanwalt: public prosecutor
berät: advises
vertritt: represents
Rechtsfragen: legal matters
Gericht: court

Question 140

Was macht eine Schöffin/ein Schöffe in Deutschland? Sie/Er …

entscheidet mit Richterinnen/Richtern über Schuld und Strafe.
gibt Bürgerinnen/Bürgern rechtlichen Rat.
stellt Urkunden aus.
verteidigt die Angeklagte/den Angeklagten.

Question 140

What does a lay judge (Schöffe) do in Germany? They...

decides with judges about guilt and punishment.
gives legal advice to citizens.
issues certificates.
defends the accused.

A Schöffe in Germany is a lay judge who participates in court decisions about guilt and punishment alongside professional judges. This is a form of civic participation in the judiciary.

What is the role of a Schöffe in Germany?
A Schöffe is a lay judge who helps decide on guilt and punishment in court alongside professional judges.
Who can become a Schöffe in Germany?
Citizens in Germany can be selected as Schöffen, usually for a term of five years. They do not need to have formal legal training.
Is the Schöffe similar to a professional judge?
No, a Schöffe is a layperson, meaning they are not a professionally trained judge, but they still have a vote in deciding cases in court.

Schöffe: lay judge
Richter: judge
Schuld: guilt
Strafe: punishment
Bürger: citizens
rechtlicher Rat: legal advice
stellt aus: issues
Urkunden: certificates
verteidigt: defends
Angeklagte: accused

Question 139

Wann kommt es in Deutschland zu einem Prozess vor Gericht? Wenn jemand …

zu einer anderen Religion übertritt.
eine Straftat begangen hat und angeklagt wird.
eine andere Meinung als die der Regierung vertritt.
sein Auto falsch geparkt hat und es abgeschleppt wird.

Question 139

When does a court case occur in Germany? When someone...

converts to another religion.
has committed a crime and is charged.
holds a different opinion than that of the government.
parks their car incorrectly and it is towed away.

A court process (Prozess) in Germany occurs when someone is charged with committing a crime. The court then determines guilt or innocence and decides the appropriate punishment if found guilty.

When does a court case (Prozess) occur in Germany?
A court case occurs when someone has committed a crime and is charged with that crime.
What is the role of a court in Germany?
The court in Germany decides on legal disputes, criminal cases, and other matters requiring legal intervention.
What happens if someone is charged with a crime in Germany?
If someone is charged with a crime in Germany, a court process will follow to determine guilt and punishment.

Prozess: court case
Straftat: crime
angeklagt: charged
übertritt: converts
falsch geparkt: parked incorrectly
abgeschleppt: towed

Question 138

Was kann ich in Deutschland machen, wenn mir meine Arbeitgeber in/mein Arbeitgeber zu Unrecht gekündigt hat?

weiterarbeiten und freundlich zur Chef in/zum Chef sein
ein Mahnverfahren gegen die Arbeitgeberin /den Arbeitgeber führen
Kündigungsschutzklage erheben
die Arbeitgeber in/den Arbeitgeber bei der Polizei anzeigen

Question 138

What can I do in Germany if my employer has wrongfully dismissed me?

continue working and be friendly to the boss.
initiate a warning procedure against the employer.
file a wrongful termination lawsuit.
report the employer to the police.

If you believe you have been wrongfully terminated in Germany, you have the right to file a Kündigungsschutzklage, which is a lawsuit challenging the fairness of your termination. This legal step ensures that the courts review the legality of the dismissal.

What can you do if you are wrongfully dismissed in Germany?
If you believe you have been wrongfully dismissed in Germany, you can file a Kündigungsschutzklage (wrongful termination lawsuit).
What is a Kündigungsschutzklage?
A Kündigungsschutzklage is a legal action filed by an employee against an employer for wrongful dismissal.
When should you file a Kündigungsschutzklage?
You should file a Kündigungsschutzklage within three weeks of receiving the notice of termination.

Kündigungsschutzklage: wrongful termination lawsuit
Mahnverfahren: warning procedure
gekündigt: dismissed
anzeigen: report

Question 137

Welches Gericht ist in Deutschland bei Konflikten in der Arbeitswelt zuständig?

das Familiengericht
das Strafgericht
das Arbeitsgericht
das Amtsgericht

Question 137

Which court is responsible for conflicts in the working world in Germany?

the family court
the criminal court
the labor court
the district court

In Germany, the Arbeitsgericht (labor court) is responsible for handling conflicts and disputes in the workplace. It is the specialized court that deals with employment-related issues such as unfair dismissal, wage disputes, and other labor-related conflicts.

What is the role of the Arbeitsgericht in Germany?
The Arbeitsgericht, or labor court, handles disputes and conflicts between employers and employees, such as wrongful termination or wage disputes.
When should you go to the Arbeitsgericht?
You should go to the Arbeitsgericht if you have a conflict with your employer regarding employment conditions, termination, or similar issues.
Can the Arbeitsgericht handle disputes involving employment contracts?
Yes, the Arbeitsgericht handles cases related to employment contracts, including disputes about wages, working hours, and working conditions.

Gericht: court
Familiengericht: family court
Strafgericht: criminal court
Arbeitsgericht: labor court
Amtsgericht: district court
Konflikte: conflicts
zuständig: responsible

Question 136

Sie gehen in Deutschland zum Arbeitsgericht bei …

falscher Nebenkostenabrechnung.
ungerechtfertigter Kündigung durch Ihre Chefin/Ihren Chef.
Problemen mit den Nachbarinnen/Nachbarn.
Schwierigkeiten nach einem Verkehrsunfall.

Question 136

You go to the labor court in Germany for …

incorrect utility bill
unjustified dismissal by your boss
problems with the neighbors
difficulties after a traffic accident

You go to the Arbeitsgericht (labor court) in Germany if you are dealing with employment-related disputes, such as unjustified dismissal by your employer. The Arbeitsgericht specializes in resolving conflicts between employers and employees.

When do you go to the Arbeitsgericht?
You go to the Arbeitsgericht if you face an unjustified dismissal or other conflicts related to employment in Germany.
What types of cases are handled by the Arbeitsgericht?
The Arbeitsgericht handles cases like wrongful termination, wage disputes, and other employment-related conflicts.
What should I do if my boss dismisses me unfairly?
If you believe your dismissal is unfair, you can file a lawsuit at the Arbeitsgericht to challenge the termination.

Arbeitsgericht: labor court
Nebenkostenabrechnung: utility bill
ungerechtfertigter Kündigung: unjustified dismissal
Problemen: problems
Nachbarn: neighbors
Schwierigkeiten: difficulties
Verkehrsunfall: traffic accident

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