German Election - Far right result sparks protests

German Election - Far right result sparks protests

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Germany's far right party celebrated its return to national politics, causing public shock and protests. The party's success marks a significant shift in German politics, ending a 60-year exclusion of far-right parties from parliament. Controversial posters and nationalist rhetoric have raised concerns about the party's stance on minorities and immigrants. Protests erupted, overshadowing Angela Merkel's victory, indicating a less predictable political landscape in Germany.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's reaction to the far-right party's return to national politics?

They celebrated the return.

They supported the party's views.

They were indifferent.

They were shocked and protested.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the far-right party's leaders claim about their entry into the German Parliament?

They would focus on economic reforms.

They would dissolve the parliament.

They would change the country.

They would maintain the status quo.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of the party's campaign was reminiscent of past propaganda?

Their environmental stance.

Their economic policies.

Their hard line against immigrants.

Their focus on technology.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the public respond to the election results by late evening?

They organized celebrations.

They ignored the results.

They remained calm and composed.

They mobilized in large numbers to protest.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in Germany's political landscape after the election?

The far-right party was kept out of parliament.

Angela Merkel's party gained more power.

Far-right radical parties entered the parliament.

There was no change in the political landscape.