In Germany, people may speak out openly against the government because …
Einbürgerungstest, question 1 German original
In Deutschland dürfen Menschen offen etwas gegen die Regierung sagen, weil …
- hier Religionsfreiheit gilt. there is freedom of religion here.
- die Menschen Steuern zahlen. people pay taxes.
- die Menschen das Wahlrecht haben. people have the right to vote.
- hier Meinungsfreiheit gilt. there is freedom of expression here.
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Correct answer: hier Meinungsfreiheit gilt. there is freedom of expression here.
Why?
Article 5 of the Grundgesetz (Basic Law) protects freedom of expression. Everyone may state their opinion freely in speech, writing and pictures, and that includes criticising the government.
Key term: Meinungsfreiheit = freedom of expression