GENERAL QUESTION · 2
Leben in der Demokratie · BAMF 07.05.2025
In Germany, parents may decide until their child's 14th birthday whether the child takes part in … at school
Official German wording
In Deutschland können Eltern bis zum 14. Lebensjahr ihres Kindes entscheiden, ob es in der Schule am …
Answer options
- Ahistory lessons.
- Breligious education.Correct answer
- Cpolitics lessons.
- Dlanguage lessons.
EDITORIAL LEARNING AID
Why is this answer correct?
Under Article 7(2) of the Basic Law, parents decide whether their child takes part in religious education; from the age of 14 the child decides for itself. History, politics and language lessons are compulsory subjects and cannot be opted out of.
Until 14 the parents decide about religion, after that the child does.
This translation and explanation are editorial learning aids. The official German wording and answer key govern the examination.
Source
Official BAMF question catalogue dated 7 May 2025. BAMF