what did it mean by german …

Basic examination or we can say ist paper for german .like basics of english.

noun (formerly, in Britain) 1. a. the basic level of the General Certificate of Education, now replaced by GCSE b. Also: O-level (as modifier) O level maths 2. a pass in a particular subject at O level he has eight O levels Systematic name: Ordinary level Compare GCSE Collins English Dictionary. O-level in British or O level (əʊ ˈlɛvəl) modifier of or relating to Ordinary level exams I failed O-level maths. those sitting O-level French She is waiting for her O-level results. the former O-level syllabus He passed four O-level exams She has 11 O-level passes. Collins English Dictionary. O level in American 1. the first, or ordinary, level of standardized examinations in specific subjects taken by British secondary-school students seeking either a General Certificate of Education and university admission or a Certificate only 2. a pass on any examination at this level