CLEAN : Analyst comments on 'tight' CDU leadership race ahead of upcoming party congress

CLEAN : Analyst comments on 'tight' CDU leadership race ahead of upcoming party congress

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Politics, Government, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the profiles of three main candidates in the German political landscape: Armin Laschet, Norbert Rutkin, and another unnamed candidate. Armin Laschet is portrayed as a continuation of Merkel's policies but faces challenges due to his handling of the pandemic. Norbert Rutkin, an outsider with extensive government experience, is seen as a strong candidate for forming a coalition with the Greens. The election is highly competitive, with a potential runoff likely. Chancellor Merkel is praised for her crisis management and is expected to leave a lasting legacy, boosting the CDU's prospects.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which candidate is described as having a lot of executive experience but faced criticism for handling the pandemic?

A Green Party candidate

Norbert Rutkin

Angela Merkel

Armin Laschet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Norbert Rutkin's current role that makes him a strong candidate for forming a coalition government?

Minister President of Germany's most populous state

Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee

Environment Minister

Leader of the Green Party

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the predicted outcome for the next government in Berlin?

A government led by the SPD

A coalition government with the Greens

A government led by the CDU alone

A single-party government

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might happen if two candidates come close to reaching the finishing line in the race?

A new election will be called

A runoff will occur

The candidate with fewer votes will automatically win

A coalition will be immediately formed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is Chancellor Merkel's management of the pandemic described?

Unnoticed

Highly praised

Controversial

Ineffective