VOICED: Merkel cruising to second term, but in which coalition?

Angela Merkel, recognized as the world's most powerful woman by Forbes, is poised to continue as Germany's Chancellor. Despite her popularity, her party, the CDU, struggles to match her appeal. Merkel's leadership has been inclusive, but the CDU's future depends on forming a coalition, possibly with the Free Democrats. The outcome of the upcoming election will determine Merkel's political strength and the CDU's position in Parliament.

What is one of the main challenges Angela Merkel faces despite her popularity?

• She lacks experience in international politics.

• Her party, the CDU, is not as popular as she is.

• She is not well-liked by the German public.

• Her leadership style is considered too aggressive.

How has Angela Merkel led Germany during her tenure?

• By avoiding any coalition governments.

• By frequently changing her political stance.

• With a presidential style, being a chancellor for all Germans.

• By focusing only on her party's interests.

What coalition does Angela Merkel prefer to avoid?

• A coalition with the Free Democrats.

• A grand coalition with the Social Democrats.

• A coalition with the Green Party.

• A coalition with the Left Party.

What is Merkel's goal regarding the CDU and Free Democrats?

• To obtain a majority of votes for both parties.

• To dissolve the coalition with the Free Democrats.

• To merge the CDU with the Social Democrats.

• To form a new party with the Free Democrats.

What is uncertain about Merkel's future governance?

• Whether she will remain as Chancellor.

• If she will retire from politics.

• Whether she will join the Green Party.

• Who she will be governing with in the future.