Menschen B1.1, Lektion 1

Ein Synonym für das Wort "rational" ist...

• sparsam

• grosszügig

• vernünftig

• ernst

Answer explanation

The question asks for a synonym for the word 'rational'. The options are 'sparsam', 'grosszügig', 'vernünftig', and 'ernst'. The correct answer is 'vernünftig', which can be seen as a synonym for 'rational' as they both refer to the quality of being guided by intellect rather than emotions or irrational thoughts.

Meine Eltern sind mein größtes ........ für mich.

• Mut

• Abenteuerlust

• Intelligenz

• Vorbild

Answer explanation

The given question is 'Meine Eltern sind mein größtes ........ für mich.' which translates to 'My parents are my greatest ........ for me.' The correct answer is 'Vorbild', meaning 'role model'. So, the completed sentence is 'My parents are my greatest role model for me.' This indicates that the speaker looks up to their parents as an example or guide.

Wenn man eine Wohnung mit jemandem teilt, dann hat man ....

• Freunde

• Mitbewohner

• Kollegen

• Kunden

Answer explanation

In the context of the question, the term 'teilt' refers to sharing a living space. The most appropriate term for a person with whom one shares a living space is 'Mitbewohner'. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is 'Mitbewohner'. Other options are not relevant in this context as they refer to different types of relationships.

Zur N-Deklination gehört das Wort...

• Der Professor

• Der Mann

• Der Herr

• Der Mitbewohner

Answer explanation

The word 'Der Herr' falls under N-declination in German grammar. Though 'Professor,' 'Mann,' and 'Mitbewohner' are all masculine nouns, they do not follow the N-declination pattern. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is 'Der Herr.'

Wenn eine Frau schön ist, dann nennt man sie ...

• eine Ordentliche

• eine Erwachsene

• eine Mutige

• eine Hübsche

Answer explanation

The question, 'Wenn eine Frau schön ist, dann nennt man sie ...' translates to 'If a woman is beautiful, then she is called ...'. Out of the provided options, 'eine Hübsche' is the correct answer as it translates to 'a pretty one', which is a term used to describe a beautiful woman.

Er bekommt immer hervorragende Noten in der Schule. Er ist...

• treu

• klug

• ernst

• kreativ

Answer explanation

The sentence in the question translates to 'He always gets excellent grades in school. He is...', and the correct answer is 'klug', which means 'smart' in English. The excellent grades signify that he is smart, hence the answer 'klug' matches the context best.

Sie macht viel Sport und geht immer früh ins Bett. Sie ist...

• frech

• vernünftig

• klug

• kreativ

Answer explanation

The question describes a person who does a lot of sports and always goes to bed early. This indicates a disciplined and prudent lifestyle, which corresponds to the option 'vernünftig', meaning 'sensible'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'vernünftig'.

Sie lacht nie. Sie ist...

• treu

• ernst

• ordentlich

• aufmerksam

Answer explanation

The question translates to 'She never laughs. She is...' and the options are 'faithful', 'serious', 'tidy', and 'attentive'. The correct response is 'serious', as the context suggests a serious or stern demeanor due to the given fact that 'she never laughs.' This aligns with the traits associated with someone who is serious.

Er macht gefährliche Klettertouren. Er ist....

• mutig

• kreativ

• frech

• fair

Answer explanation

The question asks about a person who undertakes dangerous climbing tours. Among the options provided - brave, creative, cheeky, and fair - the attribute that best describes such a person is 'brave'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'brave'.

Er hilft mir immer, wenn ich kein Geld habe. Er ist...

• mutig

• klug

• sparsam

• großzügig

Answer explanation

The question says 'Er hilft mir immer, wenn ich kein Geld habe. Er ist...' which translates to 'He always helps me when I have no money. He is...'. The correct answer is 'großzügig', which translates to 'generous'. This makes sense as the person is generous enough to always help when there's a lack of money.