Naturalization test for Rhineland-Palatinate

If you reside in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, you must complete the German naturalization test for Rhileland-Palatinate, also known as Einbürgerungstest, which is required for German naturalization and certain visa processes. Besides those in English, the German questions and answers 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 naturalization test for Rhineland-Palatinate on our site is intended solely for practice. To take the official test, you must schedule an appointment with the VHS (Volkshochschule) in Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate) or with private institutions that offer German courses.

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Rhineland-Palatinate 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 Rhineland-Palatinate.

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

What colors does the German flag have? 

A) black-red-gold 

B) red-white-black 

C) black-red-green 

D) black-yellow-red 


German (Original)

Welche Farben hat die deutsche Flagge?

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English

Who appoints the ministers of the federal government in Germany? 

A) The President of the Federal Constitutional Court 

B) The Federal President 

C) The President of the Bundesrat 

D) The President of the Bundestag 


German (Original)

Wer ernennt in Deutschland die Minister / die Ministerinnen der Bundesregierung?

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English

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

A) Hesse

B) Schleswig-Holstein

C) Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania 

D) Saarland


German (Original)

Welches heutige deutsche Bundesland gehörte früher zum Gebiet der DDR?

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English

What did the term "Iron Curtain" stand for? For the isolation … 

A) of the Warsaw Pact against the West. 

B) of Northern Germany against Southern Germany. 

C) of Nazi Germany against the Allies. 

D) of Europe against the USA. 


German (Original)

Wofür stand der Ausdruck „Eiserner Vorhang“? Für die Abschottung …

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English

Trade unions are interest groups for … 

A) Young people. 

B) Employees. 

C) Pensioners. 

D) Employers. 


German (Original)

Gewerkschaften sind Interessenverbände der …

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English

Why are there more than one party in a democracy? 

A) Because it represents the diverse opinions of citizens 

B) To limit corruption in politics 

C) To prevent political demonstrations 

D) To stimulate economic competition 


German (Original)

Warum gibt es in einer Demokratie mehr als eine Partei?

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English

What applies to most children in Germany? 

A) Voting obligation 

B) Compulsory school attendance 

C) Duty of confidentiality 

D) Religious obligation 


German (Original)

Was gilt für die meisten Kinder in Deutschland?

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English

Who decides whether a child goes to kindergarten in Germany? 

A) the state 

B) the federal states 

C) the parents / legal guardians 

D) the schools 


German (Original)

Wer entscheidet, ob ein Kind in Deutschland in den Kindergarten geht?

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English

When was the GDR founded? 

A) 1947

B) 1949

C) 1953

D) 1956


German (Original)

Wann wurde die DDR gegründet?

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English

In Parliament, the term "opposition" refers to... 

A) The governing parties. 

B) The faction with the most members. 

C) All parties that achieved the 5% threshold in the last election. 

D) All members who do not belong to the governing party/parties. 


German (Original)

Im Parlament steht der Begriff „Opposition“ für…

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English

They want to abolish the bus line that you always use to get to work. What can you do to keep the bus line? 

A) I participate in or start a citizen initiative to preserve the bus line. 

B) I join a sports club and train for cycling. 

C) I contact the tax office because, as a taxpayer, I have a right to the bus line. 

D) I write a letter to the forestry office of the municipality. 


German (Original)

Man will die Buslinie abschaffen, mit der Sie immer zur Arbeit fahren. Was können Sie machen, um die Buslinie zu erhalten?

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English

What school-leaving certificate do you normally need to start studying at a university in Germany? 

A) the Abitur 

B) a diploma 

C) the power of attorney 

D) a journeyman's examination 


German (Original)

Welchen Schulabschluss braucht man normalerweise, um an einer Universität in Deutschland ein Studium zu beginnen?

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English

Which minister does Rhineland-Palatinate not have? 

A) Minister of Justice

B) Minister of Foreign Affairs

C) Minister of Finance

D) Minister of the Interior


German (Original)

Welchen Minister / welche Ministerin hat Rheinland-Pfalz nicht?

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English

A young woman wants to get her driver's license. She is afraid of the exam because her native language is not German. What is correct? 

A) She must live in Germany for at least ten years before she can get the driver's license. 

B) If she does not speak German, she cannot have a driver's license. 

C) She must get the driver's license in the country where her language is spoken. 

D) She may be able to take the theory test in her native language. There are more than ten languages available. 


German (Original)

Eine junge Frau will den Führerschein machen. Sie hat Angst vor der Prüfung, weil ihre Muttersprache nicht Deutsch ist. Was ist richtig?

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English

What form of government does Germany have? 

A) Monarchy

B) Dictatorship

C) Republic

D) Principality


German (Original)

Was für eine Staatsform hat Deutschland?

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English

In Germany, juveniles from the age of 14 are of criminal age. This means: young people who are 14 years and older and violate criminal laws, ... 

A) will be punished. 

B) are treated like adults. 

C) share the punishment with their parents. 

D) will not be punished. 


German (Original)

In Deutschland sind Jugendliche ab 14 Jahren strafmündig. Das bedeutet: Jugendliche, die 14 Jahre und älter sind und gegen Strafgesetze verstoßen, …

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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

Elections in Germany are free. What does this mean? 

A) You are allowed to accept money if you vote for a specific candidate. 

B) Only people who have never been in prison are allowed to vote. 

C) The voter must not be influenced or forced to cast a certain vote, and should not suffer any disadvantages because of their vote. 

D) All eligible voters are required to vote. 


German (Original)

Wahlen in Deutschland sind frei. Was bedeutet das?

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English

Who is usually elected as the President of the German Bundestag? 

A) The oldest member of parliament 

B) The prime minister of the largest federal state 

C) A former Federal Chancellor 

D) One MEP / one MEP from the strongest political group 


German (Original)

Wer wird meistens zum Präsidenten / zur Präsidentin des Deutschen Bundestages gewählt?

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English

What is allowed by the Jugendamt in Germany? 

A) It decides which school the child attends. 

B) It can take a child who is being abused or is starving away from the family. 

C) It pays child benefits to the parents. 

D) It monitors whether the child attends kindergarten. 


German (Original)

Was darf das Jugendamt in Deutschland?

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English

What is meant by the right of "freedom of movement" in Germany? 

A) One is allowed to choose their place of residence. 

B) One can change their profession.

C) One is allowed to choose a different religion.

D) One is allowed to be dressed lightly in public. 


German (Original)

Was versteht man unter dem Recht der „Freizügigkeit“ in Deutschland?

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English 

At what age are you allowed to participate in the election to the German Bundestag in Germany? 

A) 16

B) 18

C) 21

D) 23


German (Original)

Ab welchem Alter darf man in Deutschland an der Wahl zum Deutschen Bundestag teilnehmen?

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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

Which federal state is Rhineland-Palatinate? 

A) 1

B) 2

C) 3

D) 4


German (Original)

Welches Bundesland ist Rheinland-Pfalz?

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English

Which insurance does the long-term care insurance belong to? 

A) Social insurance 

B) Accident insurance 

C) Household insurance 

D) Liability and fire insurance 


German (Original)

Zu welcher Versicherung gehört die Pflegeversicherung?

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English

Which is a district in Rhineland-Palatinate? 

A) Westerwaldkreis

B) Altötting

C) Emsland

D) Prignitz


German (Original)

Welches ist ein Landkreis in Rheinland-Pfalz?

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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

Why do you have to declare whether you belong to a church when filing a tax return in Germany? Because … 

A) There is a church tax linked to income tax and wage tax. 

B) It is important for statistical purposes in Germany. 

C) You have to pay more taxes if you don't belong to a church. 

D) The church is responsible for the tax return. 


German (Original)

Warum muss man in Deutschland bei der Steuererklärung aufschreiben, ob man zu einer Kirche gehört oder nicht? Weil …

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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

What is the work of a judge in Germany? 

A) Govern Germany 

B) Administer justice 

C) Make plans 

D) Enact laws 


German (Original)

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

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English

What you need to know for work changes very quickly in the future. What can you do? 

A) It doesn’t matter what you learn. 

B) Adults must continue learning even after their initial training. 

C) Children learn everything important for their profession in school. After school, there is no need to continue learning. 

D) Everyone will have to stop working earlier because everything is changing. 


German (Original)

Was man für die Arbeit können muss, ändert sich in der Zukunft sehr schnell. Was kann man tun?

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English

What is Germany called by its full name? 

A) Federal State of Germany 

B) Federal States of Germany 

C) Federal Republic of Germany 

D) Federal District of Germany 


German (Original)

Wie heißt Deutschland mit vollem Namen?

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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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More about the state of Rhineland-Palatinate

Before reviewing the questions and answers for the German naturalization test for Rhineland-Palatinate, let’s briefly get to know the state. Rhineland-Palatinate is a state located in southwestern Germany, bordering Saarland and Baden-Württemberg. Its capital is the city of Mainz. The state has a population of 4 million and covers an area of approximately 20,000 square kilometers. Other important cities include Kaiserslautern, Koblenz, Landau, Trier, and Ludwigshafen.

Rhineland-Palatinate is highly developed in wine production, accounting for two-thirds of Germany’s total wine output. As a result, grape cultivation is also extensive in this state. However, wine production is not the state’s only source of income. Rhineland-Palatinate is also a major player in the timber industry. Additionally, the chemical and automotive sectors are sufficiently developed to support more advanced states in these industries. BASF, a highly advanced chemical company, is located in this state.

Rhineland-Palatinate is rich in historical landmarks, with several sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The “Dom Speyer” is one such example. The state also has numerous parks and zoos that are worth visiting, such as Eifelpark Gondorf, Holiday Park Haßloch, and the Kaiserslautern Zoo, which are among the most famous. Good luck with your citizenship test for Rhineland-Palatinate!