Identifying the main idea of a written text in German.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to extract the primary message (Hauptgedanke) from authentic German texts, distinguishing core arguments from supporting details or distractors. This requires navigating complex syntax, including the bracket structure (Klammerstruktur) and subordinate clauses, to locate the verb and subject which often carry the essential meaning. Assessment focuses on the capacity to ignore redundant information and utilize logical connectors (Konnektoren) to track the development of an argument or narrative.