Question 2
What is the task of election workers in Germany?
German original: Was ist eine Aufgabe von Wahlhelferinnen / Wahlhelfern in Deutschland?. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- They help old people cast their votes in the voting booth.
- They write the election notifications before the election.
- They pass on interim results to the media.
- They count the votes after the election ends. — Correct answer
Explanation
Election helpers (Wahlhelfer) are volunteers who assist during elections. Their main task is counting votes after the polling stations close and recording the results.
Key terms in this question
- Germany — Germany is a country in central Europe with a parliamentary democracy. It is a member of the European Union and its capital is Berlin.
- female election assistants — Female election assistants are women who help organize and run an election, often on a voluntary basis. They manage polling stations, check voters' identification, and count the ballots.
- Federal state — A federal state is one of the 16 regions that together form Germany. Each state has its own government, parliament, and areas of responsibility.
- election — An election is a process in which people vote to choose a person or political party for a public office. It is a fundamental right in a democracy.
- task / duty — A task or duty is an activity or responsibility that someone must complete or fulfill. It can be professional, educational, or social in nature.
- German — German is the official language of Germany, Austria, and part of Switzerland. It is the native language of approximately 100 million people.
- election helper / polling assistant — A person who volunteers to assist during an election, for example by counting ballots or helping to organize the voting process at a polling station.
- female election helper / female poll worker — A female election helper is a woman who volunteers to assist during an election, for example by counting ballots or supporting voters at a polling station.