GENERAL QUESTION · 37
Leben in der Demokratie · BAMF 07.05.2025
What are the heads of government of most federal states in Germany called?
Official German wording
Wie werden die Regierungschefinnen/Regierungschefs der meisten Bundesländer in Deutschland genannt?
Answer options
- AFirst Minister
- BPrime Minister
- CSenator
- DMinister-PresidentCorrect answer
EDITORIAL LEARNING AID
Why is this answer correct?
In 13 of the 16 federal states the head of government is called Minister-President. Berlin, Hamburg and Bremen use their own titles (Governing Mayor, First Mayor, President of the Senate); senators there are members of the government, and "First Minister" or "Prime Minister" are not German titles.
Usually "Minister-President" — city-states use other titles.
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