Question 27
When does the statutory night rest period begin in Germany?
German original: Wann beginnt die gesetzliche Nachtruhe in Deutschland?. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- when the sun sets
- when the neighbors go to sleep
- at 0:00, midnight
- at 10 p.m. — Correct answer
Explanation
The legal night rest period in Germany begins at 10:00 PM and ends at 6:00 AM. During this time, loud noises (for example, loud music or mowing the lawn) are generally prohibited.
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.
- law — A law is a binding rule established by the state that applies to all people in a country. Laws regulate how people live together and must be followed by everyone.
- When — A question word used to ask about a point or period in time.
- 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.
- beginning / start — The beginning is the point in time when something starts or commences.
- German — German is the official language of Germany, Austria, and part of Switzerland. It is the native language of approximately 100 million people.
- legal / statutory — 'Statutory' or 'legal' means that something is regulated or required by law. It describes rights, duties, or rules established by the state.
- nighttime quiet hours — Nighttime quiet hours refer to the period at night during which people are required to keep noise to a minimum so that others can sleep. In Germany, this period typically runs from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.