What's Next for German Chancellor Angela Merkel?

What's Next for German Chancellor Angela Merkel?

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The video discusses the controversy surrounding a satirist who mocked Erdogan, leading to a criminal case backed by Merkel, affecting her approval ratings. It explores Merkel's pragmatic approach to the migrant crisis and her legacy concerns as elections approach. The rise of Austria's far-right party and its implications for Germany are examined, along with the ongoing Greek debt crisis and Germany's firm stance against debt relief.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public reaction in Germany to the criminal case against the cartoonist who satirized Erdogan?

They were unaware of the case.

They were indifferent to the case.

They were supportive of the decision.

They found it outrageous.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Merkel's pragmatic decisions regarding the migrant crisis?

To close the borders to all refugees.

To suspend the Dublin Rules for Syrian refugees.

To increase military presence at the borders.

To deport all undocumented migrants.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the rise of the far-right in Austria affect Germany?

It had no impact on Germany.

It was welcomed by the German government.

It led to increased cooperation between Germany and Austria.

It alarmed Berliners and was seen as a shift in European politics.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Germany's stance on granting Greece debt relief?

Germany has already granted debt relief to Greece.

Germany is undecided on the issue.

Germany believes no debt relief is needed for Greece.

Germany supports immediate debt relief for Greece.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does Germany face in providing further bailouts to Greece?

The structural flaws in the Eurozone.

Greece's refusal to accept any aid.

Lack of support from other European countries.

The German public's opposition to more bailouts.