Naturalization test for Thuringia

If you reside in the state of Thuringia, Germany, you’ll need to complete the German naturalization test (Einbürgerungstest) as part of the citizenship process. We’ve translated all the questions and answers in German naturalization test for Thuringia into English for your convenience, while the original German version is also available. The questions on our site are based on the actual test you will encounter, tailored to your selected state. Please note that our practice test is for preparation purposes only; for the official test, you must book an appointment at your local VHS (Volkshochschule) or another authorized institution.

For more detailed information, check out our comprehensive guide: Naturalization test in Germany. As a foreigner in Germany, you can get more information regarding naturalization in Thuringia with the Thuringia official state web site here.

Thuringia 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 Thuringia.

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

Which of the following is a district in Thuringia? 

A) Ammerland

B) Altötting

C) Nordfriesland

D) Wartburgkreis


German (Original)

Welches ist ein Landkreis in Thüringen?

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English

In Germany, people are allowed to openly speak out against the government because … 

A) Religious freedom applies here. 

B) People pay taxes. 

C) People have the right to vote.

D) Freedom of speech applies here. 


German (Original)

In Deutschland dürfen Menschen offen etwas gegen die Regierung sagen, weil …

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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

Which statement is correct? In Germany... 

A) The state and religious communities are separated from each other. 

B) Religious communities form the state. 

C) The state is dependent on religious communities. 

D) The state and religious communities form a unity. 


German (Original)

Welche Aussage ist richtig? In Deutschland …

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English

How often are there normally federal elections in Germany? 

A) every three years 

B) every four years 

C) every five years 

D) every six years 


German (Original)

Wie oft gibt es normalerweise Bundestagswahlen in Deutschland?

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English

Which fundamental right is guaranteed in Article 1 of the Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany? 

A) The inviolability of human dignity 

B) The right to life 

C) Religious freedom

D) Freedom of expression


German (Original)

Welches Grundrecht ist in Artikel 1 des Grundgesetzes der Bundesrepublik Deutschland garantiert?

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English

How can someone who denies the Holocaust be punished? 

A) Reduction of social benefits 

B) Up to 100 hours of community service 

C) Not at all; Holocaust denial is allowed 

D) Imprisonment of up to five years or a fine 


German (Original)

Wie kann jemand, der den Holocaust leugnet, bestraft werden?

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English

When is freedom of expression restricted in Germany? 

A) In the public dissemination of false claims about individuals 

B) In expressing opinions about the federal government 

C) In discussions about religions 

D) In criticism of the state 


German (Original)

Wann ist die Meinungsfreiheit in Deutschland eingeschränkt?

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English

A judge in Germany belongs to the … 

A) executive power.

B) judicial power.

C) planning power.  

D) legislative power. 


German (Original)

Ein Richter / eine Richterin gehört in Deutschland zur 

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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

In which year was the Berlin Wall built? 

A) 1953

B) 1956

C) 1959

D) 1961


German (Original)

In welchem Jahr wurde die Mauer in Berlin gebaut?

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English

Mrs. Frost works as a permanent employee in an office. What does she not have to pay from her salary? 

A) Income Tax 

B) Contributions to unemployment insurance 

C) Pension and health insurance contributions 

D) Sales tax 


German (Original)

Frau Frost arbeitet als fest angestellte Mitarbeiterin in einem Büro. Was muss sie nicht von ihrem Gehalt bezahlen?

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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

What happened on June 17, 1953, in the GDR? 

A) The formal accession to the Warsaw Pact 

B) Nationwide strikes and a popular uprising 

C) The 1st SED party congress 

D) The first visit of Fidel Castro 


German (Original)

Was ereignete sich am 17. Juni 1953 in der DDR?

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English

The European Parliament is regularly elected, namely all ... 

A) 5 years. 

B) 6 years.

C) 7 years.

D) 8 years.


German (Original)

Das Europäische Parlament wird regelmäßig gewählt, nämlich alle …

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English

What symbol is to be seen in the plenary hall of the German Bundestag? 

A) the federal eagle. 

B) the flag of the city of Berlin. 

C) the imperial eagle. 

D) the imperial crown. 


German (Original)

Welches Symbol ist im Plenarsaal des Deutschen Bundestages zu sehen?

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English

What was the coat of arms of the German Democratic Republic? 

A) 1

B) 2

C) 3

D) 4


German (Original)

Welches war das Wappen der Deutschen Demokratischen Republik?

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English

In Germany, state power is divided. Which state authority does a judge work for? For the ... 

A) Judiciary. 

B) Executive. 

C) Press. 

D) Legislative. 


German (Original)

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

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English

Members of parliament who are elected by citizens are called … 

A) Representatives.

B) Chancellors. 

C) Ambassadors. 

D) Prime Ministers. 


German (Original)

Parlamentsmitglieder, die von den Bürgern und Bürgerinnen gewählt werden, nennt man …

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English

Which country is a neighboring country of Germany? 

A) Finland 

B) Denmark 

C) Norway 

D) Sweden 


German (Original)

Welches Land ist ein Nachbarland von Deutschland?

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English

How did World War II officially end in Europe? 

A) With the death of Adolf Hitler 

B) Through Germany's unconditional surrender 

C) With the withdrawal of the Germans from the occupied territories 

D) Through a revolution in Germany 


German (Original)

Wie endete der Zweite Weltkrieg in Europa offiziell?

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English

Which federal state is Thuringia? 

A) 1

B) 2

C) 3

D) 4


German (Original)

Welches Bundesland ist Thüringen?

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English

If you have problems bringing up children, go to Germany ... 

A) to the doctor. 

B) to the public health department. 

C) to the residents' registration office. 

D) to the youth welfare office. 


German (Original)

Bei Erziehungsproblemen gehen Sie in Deutschland …

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English

Which organization in a company helps the employees in case of problems with the employer? 

A) the works council

B) the tax auditor 

C) the operating group

D) the operational management 


German (Original)

Welche Organisation in einer Firma hilft den Arbeitnehmern und Arbeitnehmerinnen bei Problemen mit dem Arbeitgeber / der Arbeitgeberin?

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English

With which words does the German national anthem begin? 

A) "Peoples, listen to the signals …" 

B) "Unity and justice and freedom …" 

C) "Joyful, beautiful spark of the gods …" 

D) "Germany, united fatherland …" 


German (Original)

Mit welchen Worten beginnt die deutsche Nationalhymne?

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English

Who constitutes the German Bundesrat? 

A) The members of the Bundestag 

B) The ministers of the federal government 

C) The government representatives of the federal states 

D) The party members 


German (Original)

Wer bildet den deutschen Bundesrat?

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English

The German federal states participate in federal legislation through ...

A) the Federal Council.

B) the Federal Assembly.

C) the Bundestag.

D) the Federal Government.


German (Original)

Die deutschen Bundesländer wirken an der Gesetzgebung des Bundes mit durch …

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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

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

Where can you get information on political issues in Thuringia? 

A) At the churches

B) At the consumer advice center

C) At the State Center for Political Education

D) At the local regulatory office


German (Original)

Wo können Sie sich in Thüringen über politische Themen informieren?

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English

When were the National Socialists in power in Germany with Adolf Hitler? 

A) 1918 to 1923 

B) 1932 to 1950 

C) 1933 to 1945 

D) 1945 to 1989 


German (Original)

Wann waren die Nationalsozialisten mit Adolf Hitler in Deutschland an der Macht?

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English

Pentecost is a … 

A) Christian holiday. 

B) German day of remembrance. 

C) International day of mourning. 

D) Bavarian tradition. 


German (Original)

Pfingsten ist ein …

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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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Remember: The English translations included in the German naturalization test for Thuringia are provided solely to assist you in understanding the content. The official test will not include questions and answers in English. The German Citizenship Test questions and answers on the site have been sourced from the official website of the German Federal Office for Migration and Refugees and translated into English. If you wish to take the “Leben in Deutschland” test for a different state in Germany, please return to our states page.

More about the Free State of Thuringia

Before diving into the questions and answers for the German naturalization test for Thuringia, let’s briefly introduce the state. Thuringia is the fifth smallest state in Germany by population, with around 2.3 million residents spread across 16,000 square kilometers. It’s located in central Germany, with no borders shared with other countries. Thuringia comprises 17 districts and 6 independent cities.

The capital of Thuringia is Erfurt, known for the “Kramer Bridge,” which uniquely has houses built on it. The city also boasts Europe’s oldest synagogue and the St. Marien Cathedral.

Thuringia is home to the “Weimar Bauhaus University” and “Erfurt University.” The state is a blend of rich history and natural beauty, with the Thuringian Forest offering popular hiking trails like the “Rennsteig,” where hikers can ascend to heights of up to 1,000 meters.

A specialty of Thuringia is its famous white sausage, seasoned with ingredients like salt, pepper, marjoram, cumin, and garlic, and traditionally enjoyed with mustard produced in Thuringia. Now, let’s get into the citizenship test for Thuringia.