The correct answer is:
3
3
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Quick explanation
Hesse is number 3 on the map.
Why is this correct?
Hesse lies in the middle of Germany. Frankfurt am Main, one of Europe’s most important financial centres, is located here.
Background
Hesse lies in the middle of Germany. Frankfurt am Main, one of Europe’s most important financial centres, is located here. Germany has 16 federal states: 13 territorial states and the three city states of Berlin, Hamburg and Bremen. It helps to memorise the location of your own state and its neighbours on a map.
Why are the other answers wrong?
The other numbers show other federal states. Pay attention to the location: north or south, east or west, and which countries or seas Hesse borders.
Memory tip
Remember the location: Hesse lies in the middle of Germany.
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