Naturalization test for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

If you reside in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, you must complete the Germany naturalization test for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (Einbürgerungstest), which is required for German citizenship and certain visa processes. The German questions and answers and corresponding English translation you see on our website, Vasistdas.de, are automatically selected based on your chosen state and are similar to those you will encounter in the actual exam. The citizenship test for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern on our site is intended solely for practice. To take the official test, you must schedule an appointment with the VHS (Volkshochschule) or with private institutions that offer German courses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

If you would like to learn more about the German Citizenship Test, or the Life in Germany Test (Leben in Deutschland), feel free to check out our article titled Naturalization test in Germany. If you want to take the citizenship test for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern or apply for citizenship, please have a look at the official web site here.

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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern citizenship test in English

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You will encounter 33 questions in this quiz. Out of these 33 questions, 30 are general questions about Germany, while 3 are specifically tailored for the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

In this test, you must select the correct answer from four options for each question. To apply for citizenship, you need to answer at least 17 out of 33 questions correctly.

You must complete the test within 60 minutes.

When you take the official citizenship test in Germany, you will only see the questions and answers in German.

Question catalog update date: 25.06.2024

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English

French President François Mitterrand and German Chancellor Helmut Kohl commemorate the dead of both World Wars together in Verdun. What goal of the European Union becomes clear during this meeting? 

A) Friendship between England and Germany 

B) Freedom to travel to all EU countries 

C) Peace and security in the EU countries 

D) Uniform holidays in the EU countries 


German (Original)

Der französische Staatspräsident François Mitterrand und der deutsche Bundeskanzler Helmut Kohl gedenken in Verdun gemeinsam der Toten beider Weltkriege. Welches Ziel der Europäischen Union wird bei diesem Treffen deutlich?

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English

Claus Schenk Graf von Stauffenberg became known for … 

A) a gold medal at the 1936 Olympic Games. 

B) the construction of the Reichstag building. 

C) the buildup of the Wehrmacht. 

D) the assassination attempt on Hitler on July 20, 1944. 


German (Original)

Claus Schenk Graf von Stauffenberg wurde bekannt durch …

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English

Who elects the German Federal Chancellor? 

A) The people 

B) The Federal Assembly 

C) The Bundestag 

D) The federal government 


German (Original)

Wer wählt den deutschen Bundeskanzler / die deutsche Bundeskanzlerin?

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English

What does this picture show? 

A) The Bundestag seat in Berlin 

B) The Federal Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe 

C) The Bundesrat building in Berlin 

D) The Federal Chancellery in Berlin 


German (Original)

Was zeigt dieses Bild?

 

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English

Which organ is not one of the constitutional organs of Germany? 

A) the Bundesrat 

B) the President of the Federal Republic of Germany 

C) the citizens' meeting 

D) the government 


German (Original)

Welches Organ gehört nicht zu den Verfassungsorganen Deutschlands?

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English

Which country is a neighboring country of Germany? 

A) Czech Republic 

B) Bulgaria 

C) Greece 

D) Portugal 


German (Original)

Welches Land ist ein Nachbarland von Deutschland?

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English

A man in a wheelchair has applied for a position as an accountant. What is an example of discrimination? He does not get the job just because he … 

A) is in a wheelchair. 

B) has no experience. 

C) has high salary expectations. 

D) does not speak English. 


German (Original)

Ein Mann im Rollstuhl hat sich auf eine Stelle als Buchhalter beworben. Was ist ein Beispiel für Diskriminierung? Er bekommt die Stelle nur deshalb nicht, weil er …

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English

If members of the Bundestag switch their faction, … 

A) They are no longer allowed to attend parliamentary sessions. 

B) The government may lose its majority. 

C) The Federal President must give their consent beforehand. 

D) The voters of these members are allowed to vote again. 


German (Original)

Wenn Abgeordnete im Deutschen Bundestag ihre Fraktion wechseln, ...

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English

Which is not a characteristic of our democracy? 

A) Regular elections 

B) Press censorship 

C) Freedom of expression 

D) Various political parties 


German (Original)

Was ist kein Merkmal unserer Demokratie?

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English

A young woman in Germany, 22 years old, lives with her boyfriend. The woman's parents do not approve because they do not like the boyfriend. What can the parents do? 

A) They must respect their adult daughter's decision. 

B) They have the right to bring their daughter back to their home. 

C) They can go to the police and report their daughter. 

D) They look for another man for their daughter. 


German (Original)

Eine junge Frau in Deutschland, 22 Jahre alt, lebt mit ihrem Freund zusammen. Die Eltern der Frau finden das nicht gut, weil ihnen der Freund nicht gefällt. Was können die Eltern tun?

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English

Social market economy means the economy … 

A) is solely driven by supply and demand. 

B) is planned and controlled by the state, with no consideration of supply and demand. 

C) is oriented towards foreign demand. 

D) is driven by supply and demand, but the state ensures social balance. 


German (Original)

Soziale Marktwirtschaft bedeutet, die Wirtschaft …

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English

Why is there a 5% threshold in the electoral law of the Federal Republic of Germany? It exists because … 

A) the programs of many small parties have many similarities. 

B) citizens may lose orientation with many small parties. 

C) many small parties complicate the formation of a government. 

D) small parties do not have enough money to pay politicians. 


German (Original)

Warum gibt es die 5 %-Hürde im Wahlgesetz der Bundesrepublik Deutschland? Es gibt sie, weil …

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English

When did the GDR build the wall in Berlin? 

A) 1919

B) 1933

C) 1961

D) 1990


German (Original)

Wann baute die DDR die Mauer in Berlin?

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English

What is the title of the head of government in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern? 

A) First Minister / First Minister

B) Prime Minister / Prime Minister

C) Mayor / Mayor

D) Minister-President / Minister-President


German (Original)

Wie nennt man den Regierungschef / die Regierungschefin in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

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English

The capital city of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is called ... 

A) Greifswald

B) Schwerin

C) Rostock

D) Wismar


German (Original)

Die Landeshauptstadt von Mecklenburg-Vorpommern heißt ...

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English

Which country was not an "Allied Occupation Power" in Germany? 

A) USA 

B) Soviet Union 

C) France 

D) Japan 


German (Original)

Welches Land war keine „Alliierte Besatzungsmacht“ in Deutschland?

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English

In Germany, married couples are allowed to divorce. Usually, they must observe the "separation year." What does this mean? 

A) The divorce process takes one year. 

B) The spouses must be married for one year before divorce is possible. 

C) The visitation rights for the children last for one year. 

D) The spouses must live separately for at least one year before divorce is possible. 


German (Original)

In Deutschland dürfen Ehepaare sich scheiden lassen. Meistens müssen sie dazu das „Trennungsjahr“ einhalten. Was bedeutet das?

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English

The Federal Republic of Germany has a three-tier administrative structure. What is the lowest political level called? 

A) City councils 

B) District councils 

C) Municipalities 

D) District offices 


German (Original)

Die Bundesrepublik Deutschland hat einen dreistufigen Verwaltungsaufbau. Wie heißt die unterste politische Stufe?

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English

When was the Wall in Berlin opened for all to see? 

A) 1987

B) 1989

C) 1992

D) 1995


German (Original)

Wann wurde die Mauer in Berlin für alle geöffnet?

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English

An adult woman wants to obtain her Abitur (high school diploma) in Germany. She can do this at … 

A) A university. 

B) An evening gymnasium. 

C) A secondary school. 

D) A private university. 


German (Original)

Eine erwachsene Frau möchte in Deutschland das Abitur nachholen. Das kann sie an …

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English

What happened on May 8, 1945? 

A) Death of Adolf Hitler 

B) Beginning of the Berlin Wall construction 

C) Election of Konrad Adenauer as Federal Chancellor 

D) End of World War II in Europe 


German (Original)

Was war am 8. Mai 1945?

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English

What is a Christmas tradition in Germany? 

A) Hiding colorful eggs 

B) Decorating a Christmas tree 

C) Dressing up in masks and costumes 

D) Placing pumpkins outside the door 


German (Original)

Was ist in Deutschland ein Brauch zu Weihnachten?

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English

For how many years is the state parliament in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern elected? 

A) 3

B) 4

C) 5

D) 6


German (Original)

Für wie viele Jahre wird der Landtag in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern gewählt?

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English

Which of today's German federal states used to belong to the territory of the GDR? 

A) Brandenburg

B) Bavaria 

C) Saarland

D) Hesse


German (Original)

Welches heutige deutsche Bundesland gehörte früher zum Gebiet der DDR?

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English

It is not one of the tasks of the German Bundestag to … 

A) Draft laws 

B) Monitor the federal government 

C) Elect the Federal Chancellor 

D) Form the federal cabinet 


German (Original)

Es gehört nicht zu den Aufgaben des Deutschen Bundestages, …

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English

From which country did the first guest workers come to the Federal Republic of Germany? 

A) Italy 

B) Spain 

C) Portugal 

D) Turkey 


German (Original)

Aus welchem Land kamen die ersten Gastarbeiter / Gastarbeiterinnen in die Bundesrepublik Deutschland?

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English

Which of today's German federal states used to belong to the territory of the GDR? 

A) Bavaria 

B) Lower Saxony 

C) Saxony 

D) Baden-Württemberg 


German (Original)

Welches heutige deutsche Bundesland gehörte früher zum Gebiet der DDR?

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English

The elections in Germany are ... 

A) special. 

B) secret. 

C) job-related. 

D) gender related. 


German (Original)

Die Wahlen in Deutschland sind …

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English

When were the National Socialists in power in Germany? 

A) 1888 to 1918 

B) 1921 to 1934 

C) 1933 to 1945 

D) 1949 to 1963 


German (Original)

Wann waren die Nationalsozialisten in Deutschland an der Macht?

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English

How did the Federal Republic of Germany and the GDR become one state? 

A) The Federal Republic occupied the GDR. 

B) The present five eastern federal states joined the Federal Republic of Germany. 

C) The western federal states joined the GDR. 

D) The GDR occupied the Federal Republic of Germany. 


German (Original)

Wie wurden die Bundesrepublik Deutschland und die DDR zu einem Staat?

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English

January 27 is an official memorial day in Germany. What does this day commemorate? 

A) The end of World War II 

B) The adoption of the Basic Law 

C) The reunification of Germany 

D) The victims of National Socialism (Day of the Liberation of Auschwitz) 


German (Original)

Der 27. Januar ist in Deutschland ein offizieller Gedenktag. Woran erinnert dieser Tag?

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English

Who pays social insurance in Germany? 

A) Employers and employees 

B) Only employees 

C) All citizens 

D) Only employers 


German (Original)

Wer bezahlt in Deutschland die Sozialversicherungen?

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English

What does each German federal state have? 

A) its own Foreign Minister 

B) its own currency 

C) its own army 

D) its own government 


German (Original)

Was hat jedes deutsche Bundesland?

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More about the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Before moving on to the questions and answers specific to the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern within the German citizenship test, let us take a closer look at this federal state.

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is located in the northeast of Germany and stands out as one of the country’s states known for its natural beauty and tranquil lifestyle. With its long coastline along the Baltic Sea, the region is particularly appealing to nature lovers thanks to its clean air, expansive beaches, and well-preserved landscapes. Its low population density is also a deliberate choice, allowing much of its natural environment to remain largely intact. With a population of approximately 1.6 million and an area of around 23,000 square kilometers, it is one of the least densely populated states in Germany. Its capital, Schwerin, is a small yet impressive city, renowned for its lakes and historic castle.

From a historical perspective, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern was part of East Germany for many years. Following German reunification in 1990, it became a federal state of the Federal Republic of Germany. As a result, it is still possible to observe both traces of the former East German era and the developments that have taken place since reunification.

Today, tourism has become one of the state’s most important sources of income. Rügen Island, in particular, is one of Germany’s most visited tourist destinations, famous for its white chalk cliffs and scenic coastal views. In addition, Usedom Island, which lies on the border between Germany and Poland, is notable for its long beaches and is a popular destination for holidaymakers.

The natural environment of the state is truly remarkable. With more than 2,000 lakes, vast forested areas, and protected national parks, the region ranks among the most pristine in Germany. Important natural sites such as Müritz National Park play a significant role in both biodiversity conservation and sustainable tourism. Furthermore, thanks to its extensive agricultural land, the state is also known as one of Germany’s key agricultural regions.

The economy is largely based on shipbuilding (particularly in port cities), tourism, and agriculture. Cities such as Rostock and Wismar stand out due to their port activities and economic vitality. Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is also known as the birthplace of former German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
In addition, the state is highly developed in terms of water sports, offering some of the largest and most suitable areas in Central Europe for activities such as sailing, canoeing, and windsurfing.

With all these characteristics, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is a truly distinctive region, both as a place to live and to visit. Now, let us move on to the citizenship test for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.