Understanding German Parliamentary Elections

What is the frequency of the German parliamentary elections?

• Every six years

• Every four years

• Every eight years

• Every two years

What are the two types of votes cast in the German parliamentary elections?

• First vote and second vote

• Initial vote and final vote

• Primary vote and secondary vote

• First vote and third vote

What does the first vote in the German election decide?

• The direct candidate for the constituency

• The Chancellor

• The President

• The party's overall seats

What is required for a party to enter the Bundestag?

• Winning at least 5% of the second votes or three constituencies

• Winning at least 10% of the second votes

• Winning at least one constituency

• Winning at least 20% of the first votes

What happens if a party receives more direct mandates than their proportional entitlement?

• They are disqualified

• They must give seats to other parties

• They receive overhang seats

• They lose the extra seats

What are leveling seats used for in the German election system?

• To balance the seats among all parties

• To increase the number of seats for the winning party

• To eliminate overhang seats

• To reduce the number of seats for smaller parties

What is required for a party to form a majority government in the Bundestag?

• Over 50% of the seats

• Over 30% of the seats

• Over 40% of the seats

• Over 60% of the seats

What is a coalition in the context of German government formation?

• A temporary government

• An alliance of parties to form a government

• A single party forming the government

• A minority government

What document outlines the terms of a coalition government?

• Coalition manifesto

• Coalition agreement

• Government charter

• Party constitution

Who is elected through a secret ballot once the new parliament convenes?

• The Speaker of the House

• The Federal Chancellor

• The Prime Minister

• The President