Since 2008, anyone applying for German citizenship has had to take a test on their new country's history, politics, and values. Opponents argue that, with 300 questions, the test is too hard. Proponents argue that all immigrants applying to live in Germany should have knowledge about their new country.
68% Yes |
32% No |
67% Yes |
32% No |
0% Yes, and it should test more than just a basic level of understanding |
0% No, most citizens couldn’t even pass a citizenship test |
0% Yes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
See how support for each position on “Citizenship Test” has changed over time for 81.9k Germany voters.
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See how importance of “Citizenship Test” has changed over time for 81.9k Germany voters.
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Unique answers from Germany users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Yes, but only to such a degree that their scores would meet or exceed the median score of their respective area.
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Yes, and german born people need to pass the same test to receive citizenship including social or military service (both non- and german born).
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Yes, but the government should provide free courses covering the simplest basics of language, history, and government.
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Yes but not the current exam and process. The current exam is very irrelevant.
@973R3GG2yrs2Y
Everyone shall pass a citizen test for the right to vote
@8LSW2WV4yrs4Y
Yes, but ban all immigrants
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