Question 2
Trade unions are interest groups for...
German original: Gewerkschaften sind Interessenverbände der …. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- young people.
- female and male employees. — Correct answer
- female and male retirees.
- female and male employers.
Explanation
Trade unions (Gewerkschaften) are interest groups representing workers. They negotiate collective agreements on wages and working hours with employer associations. Major unions include ver.di and IG Metall.
Key terms in this question
- trade unions — Trade unions are organizations that represent the interests of workers. They advocate for better wages, shorter working hours, and good working conditions.
- interest groups / lobbying organizations — Interest groups are organizations that represent the common goals and rights of a specific group of people or businesses. They try to influence political decisions, for example trade unions or industry associations.