Schule und Bildung: Interaktive Quizfragen für Klasse 8 Gesamtschule

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary school in Germany that typically prepares students for university entrance?

Accepted Answer

Fachschule

Answer

Gymnasium

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Gesamtschule

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Realschule

Question 2

In Germany, which type of school do children usually attend after kindergarten at the age of 6?

Accepted Answer

Primary School

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University

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Secondary School

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High School

Question 3

Which of the following is **not** a type of secondary school in Germany?

Accepted Answer

Grundschule

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Gymnasium

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Realschule

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Hauptschule

Question 4

Which German school type provides students with the qualifications to attend university?

Accepted Answer

Gymnasium

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Hauptschule

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Realschule

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Berufsschule

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a type of school in Germany for children aged 6-17?

Accepted Answer

University of Applied Sciences

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Primary school

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Secondary school

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Grammar school

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary school in Germany that students can attend after completing primary school?

Accepted Answer

Berufsschule

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Gymnasium

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Realschule

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Hauptschule

Question 7

Which German school qualification grants direct access to university?

Accepted Answer

Abitur

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Hauptschulabschluss

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Realschulabschluss

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Fachhochschulreife

Question 8

Welche Schulform in Deutschland bietet eine Berufsausbildung für Schüler an, die sich auf einen bestimmten Beruf vorbereiten?

Accepted Answer

Berufsschule

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Gymnasium

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Gesamtschule

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Grundschule

Question 9

In Germany, which type of school allows students to stay in the same school from grades 5 to 10 or 13, without switching schools?

Accepted Answer

Gesamtschule

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Realschule

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Gymnasium

Question 10

Welche deutsche Bildungseinrichtung konzentriert sich hauptsächlich auf die Vermittlung einer bestimmten Berufsausbildung?

Accepted Answer

Berufsschule

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Gymnasium

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Realschule

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Hauptschule

Question 11

Which German school qualification is required to study engineering at university?

Accepted Answer

Abitur

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Hauptschulabschluss

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Mittlere Reife (Realschulabschluss)

Question 12

What is a common activity for students to engage in during their school years in Germany?

Accepted Answer

Joining sports clubs and participating in extracurricular activities

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Attending classes only in the morning

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Wearing formal uniforms to school

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Using laptops and tablets as primary learning tools

Question 13

Which German secondary school type offers the highest level of academic preparation, leading to the Abitur, a university entrance qualification?

Accepted Answer

Gymnasium

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Hauptschule

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Realschule

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Gesamtschule

Question 14

Which subject is NOT required for all students in German secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

Religion

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Mathematics

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History

Question 15

In recent years, many German schools have adopted innovative approaches to learning. Which of the following is NOT a typical feature of these approaches?

Accepted Answer

Emphasis on rote memorization and traditional teaching methods

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Collaborative learning and student interaction

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Integration of digital technologies and resources

Question 16

In Germany, 'Berufsbildung' is a type of education that combines practical skills with academic learning. What is the best way to describe this system?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive education system that prepares students for both higher education and practical careers.

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A purely academic education focused on university preparation.

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A specialized trade school education only available to students with learning difficulties.

Question 17

In German schools, how do 'Elternsprechtage' (parent-teacher conferences) contribute to effective communication, collaboration, and student success?

Accepted Answer

They are legally mandated, providing a structured platform for parents and teachers to discuss student progress and well-being.

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They focus solely on academic performance, excluding other aspects of the student's development.

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They are uncommon and only held at the request of parents or teachers.

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Teachers only share information during these conferences, without engaging in discussions with parents.

Question 18

Which grading scale does the German system use, with 1 representing the highest performance and 5 representing the lowest?

Accepted Answer

1-5, with 1 being the highest and 5 being the lowest

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1-6, with 1 being the highest and 6 being the lowest

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A-F, with A being the highest and F being the lowest

Question 19

In Germany, which level of government is primarily responsible for ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students?

Accepted Answer

Federal and state governments

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Local governments

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Private organizations

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Teachers and school administrators

Question 20

Which German school type offers the most direct route to university?

Accepted Answer

Grammar school

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Elementary school

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Lower secondary school

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Vocational school

Question 21

What grading system is used in German schools?

Accepted Answer

1-6

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A-F

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Percentage-based

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a type of SCHOOL in the German school system?

Accepted Answer

Universität

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Grundschule

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Realschule

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Gesamtschule

Question 23

In German schools, how do teachers and students collaborate to create a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic and personal growth?

Accepted Answer

Teachers and students work together to set learning goals and track progress, with students actively participating in their own learning.

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Teachers have absolute authority in the classroom, and students are expected to obey without question.

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Teachers focus solely on delivering lessons, with limited opportunities for students to provide feedback on their learning.

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Students are expected to memorize information and follow instructions without engaging in critical thinking or questioning.

Question 24

What is a distinctive feature of the German school system?

Accepted Answer

Students can focus on a specific subject in higher grades.

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All students must learn to play a musical instrument.

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Private schools are not allowed in Germany.

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School uniforms are required for all students.

Question 25

When do children in Germany typically begin elementary school?

Accepted Answer

6 years old

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5 years old

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7 years old

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8 years old

Question 26

How does the German school system reflect the growing trend towards international and intercultural education?

Accepted Answer

German schools offer programs like student exchanges and language learning to promote international and intercultural exchange.

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German schools do not emphasize international and intercultural education.

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International and intercultural education is only available in private German schools.

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German schools are not required to include international and intercultural content in their curriculum.

Question 27

In German schools, which modern teaching method is used to enhance student engagement and foster future-oriented skills?

Accepted Answer

Flipped classrooms and blended learning, integrating online and offline learning experiences.

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Exclusive focus on rote memorization, prioritizing memorization and repetition.

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Elimination of homework and assessments, deeming them outdated and ineffective.

Question 28

Which type of German secondary school offers a comprehensive education?

Accepted Answer

Gesamtschule

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Gymnasium

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Realschule

Answer

Berufsschule

Question 29

Which type of school in Germany is designed to prepare students for a trade or profession?

Accepted Answer

Berufsschule

Answer

Gymnasium

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Gesamtschule

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Realschule

Question 30

How can we strengthen cooperation between different groups to help students in Germany succeed?

Accepted Answer

Talk regularly between schools, parents, and community groups.

Accepted Answer

Create ways for all groups to share in making decisions.

Accepted Answer

Get groups involved in school events and projects.

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Only have groups meet together rarely.

Question 31

Which of the following is a key goal of the German school system, focusing on students' holistic development and well-being?

Accepted Answer

Promoting involvement in diverse extracurricular activities

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Prioritizing only academic success

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Enforcing strict discipline in school

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Offering early specialization in vocational training

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a likely trend in the future of education in Germany?

Accepted Answer

A return to traditional teaching methods only

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Increased use of technology in the classroom

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More opportunities for personalized learning

Question 33

Which historical factor played a key role in creating the decentralized nature of Germany's school system?

Accepted Answer

The Enlightenment's focus on individual freedom and local control

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The Protestant Reformation's emphasis on religious education

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The Industrial Revolution's need for skilled workers

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The Napoleonic Wars' impact on German nationalism

Question 34

How has globalization impacted curriculum development in German schools?

Accepted Answer

Globalization has broadened curriculum content, including perspectives and knowledge from various cultures and regions.

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Globalization has had limited influence on curriculum development, with German schools preserving traditional educational approaches.

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Globalization has narrowed curriculum content, emphasizing standardized testing and core academic subjects.

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Globalization has had no effect on curriculum development in German schools.

Question 35

Which German secondary school offers both academic and vocational education, preparing students for university or apprenticeships?

Accepted Answer

Gesamtschule

Answer

Gymnasium

Answer

Realschule

Answer

Hauptschule

Question 36

In deutschen Schulen wird in der Regel KEIN folgendes Fach unterrichtet:

Accepted Answer

Philosophie

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Deutsch

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Mathematik

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Kunst

Question 37

Wie heißt ein 'Klassenzimmer' auf Deutsch?

Accepted Answer

Klassenzimmer

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Büro

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Bibliothek

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Turnhalle

Question 38

Welche Schulform bietet in Deutschland sowohl eine allgemeinbildende als auch eine berufliche Bildung?

Accepted Answer

Gesamtschule

Answer

Gymnasium

Answer

Realschule

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Berufsschule

Question 39

Welche Note ist auf einem deutschen Schulzeugnis in der Regel die beste?

Accepted Answer

1

Answer

2

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3

Answer

6

Question 40

Welche Form von Hausaufgaben ist an deutschen Schulen NICHT üblich?

Accepted Answer

Quizze

Answer

Hausaufgaben

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Referate

Answer

Projekte

Question 41

Was ist ein 'Klassenlehrer' in einer deutschen Schule?

Accepted Answer

Ein Lehrer, der für eine bestimmte Klasse verantwortlich ist

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Ein Lehrer, der alle Fächer in einer Klasse unterrichtet

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Ein Lehrer, der sich auf ein Fach spezialisiert hat

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Ein Lehrer, der Schülern mit Lernschwierigkeiten hilft

Question 42

Welche der folgenden Möglichkeiten ist KEINE Möglichkeit für deutsche Schüler, sich an ihrer eigenen Bildung zu beteiligen?

Accepted Answer

Briefe an den Schulleiter schreiben

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Engagement in der Schülervertretung

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Wahl eigener Wahlfächer

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Veranstaltung von Schulveranstaltungen

Question 43

Welchem Zweck dient ein 'Zeugnis' in einer deutschen Schule?

Accepted Answer

Über den schulischen Fortschritt eines Schülers zu berichten

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Außerschulische Aktivitäten eines Schülers aufzulisten

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Einen Schüler für eine weiterführende Ausbildung zu empfehlen

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Eltern über anstehende Schulereignisse zu informieren

Question 44

What is the German term for a 'classroom'?

Accepted Answer

Klassenraum

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Bibliothek

Answer

Turnhalle

Answer

Verwaltungsbüro

Question 45

What is the German term for 'teacher'?

Accepted Answer

Lehrer

Answer

Professor

Answer

Dozent

Answer

Erzieher

Question 46

Which of the following is a complaint commonly expressed by students in German schools?

Accepted Answer

Too much homework

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Not enough extracurricular activities

Answer

Unfair teachers

Answer

Boring lessons

Question 47

What is the German term for 'homework'?

Accepted Answer

Hausaufgaben

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Aufgaben

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Übungen

Answer

Arbeiten

Question 48

Which feature of the German school system aims to equip students with practical abilities and workplace experience for their future careers?

Accepted Answer

Wide use of vocational training and apprenticeships

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Focus on academic subjects and theoretical knowledge

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Early introduction to foreign languages and global perspectives

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Strict discipline and high behavioral expectations

Question 49

In German Gesamtschulen, what is the primary role of the 'Klassenlehrer'?

Accepted Answer

Guiding and supporting a specific class of students

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Teaching specific subjects like Math, Science, or English

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Assessing and grading students' academic performance

Question 50

How does the German school system promote student autonomy and self-directed learning?

Accepted Answer

By giving students the freedom to select their subjects and learning materials.

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By enforcing a rigid curriculum that restricts student choices.

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By assigning less homework to provide more time for independent study.

Question 51

Which subject is usually NOT part of the curriculum in German secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

Home Economics

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Math

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History

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Physical Education (PE)

Question 52

How does the German school system aim to ensure equitable learning opportunities for students with diverse learning needs?

Accepted Answer

Tailored instruction that adapts to individual learning needs

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Separate special schools for students with special needs

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Strict separation of classes based on academic ability levels

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Lack of specific provisions or support for students with diverse learning needs

Question 53

How does student government empower students to participate in decision-making at German schools?

Accepted Answer

By providing platforms for students to express their views and ideas

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By granting students full authority to make all school decisions

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By handling the school's financial matters

Question 54

What is a defining characteristic of Germany's dual education system?

Accepted Answer

Combination of practical training in companies and classroom instruction

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Mandatory military service for high school graduates

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Focus solely on theoretical knowledge

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Tuition-free university education for all students

Question 55

Which of the following is most crucial for German schools to support students with refugee backgrounds?

Accepted Answer

Provide language support and resources

Accepted Answer

Offer cultural sensitivity training for teachers and staff

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Establish separate classes only for refugee students

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Lower academic expectations for refugee students

Question 56

How does the German school system promote effective collaboration among students?

Accepted Answer

By implementing cooperative learning methods, such as group projects and presentations

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By focusing solely on individual assignments and homework

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By fostering a highly competitive environment where students vie for grades

Question 57

Which of the following is NOT a typical core subject taught in German schools?

Accepted Answer

Sozialkunde

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Mathe

Answer

Deutsch

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Englisch

Question 58

What is the German term for a student in the 8th grade?

Accepted Answer

Achtklässler

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Zehntklässler

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Neuntklässler

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Siebtklässler

Question 59

Which of the following is a common homework assignment in German schools?

Accepted Answer

Hausaufgabe

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Präsentation

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Kurzgeschichte

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Exposé

Question 60

What is the German word for a classroom?

Accepted Answer

Klassenzimmer

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Turnhalle

Answer

Schule

Answer

Bibliothek

Question 61

What is the German word for a teacher?

Accepted Answer

Lehrer

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Professor

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Dozent

Question 62

Which of the following is a grading scale commonly used in German schools?

Accepted Answer

1-6

Answer

Pass/Fail

Answer

A-F

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Letter grades (e.g., A+, B-)

Question 63

What is the German term for the head teacher or principal of a school?

Accepted Answer

Schulleiter

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Klassenlehrer

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Hausmeister

Answer

Konrektor

Question 64

What type of school is a Gesamtschule in Germany?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive school

Answer

Vocational school

Answer

Private school

Answer

Grammar school