Which office is part of the municipal administration in Germany?
Einbürgerungstest, question 56 German original
Welches Amt gehört in Deutschland zur Gemeindeverwaltung?
- Pfarramt
- Ordnungsamt
- Finanzamt
- Auswärtiges Amt
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Correct answer: Ordnungsamt
Why?
The Ordnungsamt (public order office) is part of the municipal administration and enforces local rules, for example on parking. The Finanzamt (tax office) is a state authority and the Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office) a federal ministry, while a Pfarramt is the office of a church parish.
Key term: Ordnungsamt = public order office