2. In Germany, parents can decide until their child reaches the age of 14 whether the child takes part at school in …

Answer options

1. takes part in history class.
2. takes part in religious instruction.
3. takes part in politics/civics class.
4. takes part in language class.

Explanation

Parental authority here derives from Article 7(2) of the Basic Law and the 1921 Act on the Religious Upbringing of Children, which sets religious majority at 14; between ages 12 and 14 the child’s wishes must be taken into account. Religious instruction is an ordinary subject under Article 7(3) GG, confessional in character yet conducted under state school supervision (Art. 7(1) GG); the so‑called Bremen Clause (Art. 141 GG) permits Länder‑specific deviations. Upon turning 14, the pupil decides independently about participation, reflecting the balance between state religious neutrality and parental educational freedom.