bij dit examen
Let op: beantwoord een open vraag altijd in het Nederlands, behalve als het
anders is aangegeven. Als je in het Engels antwoordt, levert dat 0 punten op.
opgave 1Tekst 1 Carbon-based energy
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afford
ignore
organise
prevent
Which of the following fits the gap?
afford ignore organise preventopgave 2Tekst 2 Google meets grey matter
“I had to Google that quote.” (last sentence)
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as condescending
as indifferent
as lighthearted
as surprised
How can this comment be characterised?
as condescending as indifferent as lighthearted as surprisedopgave 3Tekst 3 Water safety, on tap
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explain why Inland Waters Directorate has wrongfully fired her.
express her concern about how Canada manages its freshwater
inform the public about the impact of the Headwaters series on water
stimulate young academics to consider a career in water management.
What is Susan Rowntree’s reason for writing this letter?
She wants to
explain why Inland Waters Directorate has wrongfully fired her. express her concern about how Canada manages its freshwatersupply.
inform the public about the impact of the Headwaters series on waterpolicy.
stimulate young academics to consider a career in water management.“In 2000, Walkerton’s deadly tainted-water nightmare struck.”
(paragraph 3)
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to confirm the accuracy of Susan Rowntree’s foresight
to make clear that Susan Rowntree succeeded in her task
to put Susan Rowntree’s story in a broader perspective
to show that Susan Rowntree feels personally responsible
What is the purpose of mentioning this?
to confirm the accuracy of Susan Rowntree’s foresight to make clear that Susan Rowntree succeeded in her task to put Susan Rowntree’s story in a broader perspective to show that Susan Rowntree feels personally responsibleopgave 4Tekst 4 The raw and the clicked
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It copied its rivals’ e-business models for its internet shops.
It only went for e-commerce when it was faced with disappointing
Its reasons for refraining from selling online were valid.
It was one of the first grocery chains to sell fresh produce online.
Which of the following can be concluded about Morrisons from
paragraph 1?
It copied its rivals’ e-business models for its internet shops. It only went for e-commerce when it was faced with disappointingresults.
Its reasons for refraining from selling online were valid. It was one of the first grocery chains to sell fresh produce online.“e-commerce as a profit-sapping distraction” (alinea 1)
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In welke alinea wordt dit punt uitgewerkt?
Noteer het nummer van deze alinea.
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Selling food online has so far proved to be a largely ineffective
The general increase in online sales that is predicted will probably not
The impact of Morrisons becoming an online seller will be greatest
There will be a substantial worldwide rise in online grocery shopping in
Which of the following is in line with the content of paragraph 2?
Selling food online has so far proved to be a largely ineffectivemarketing tactic.
The general increase in online sales that is predicted will probably notextend to groceries.
The impact of Morrisons becoming an online seller will be greatestwithin the UK.
There will be a substantial worldwide rise in online grocery shopping inthe coming years.
“Grocers have held back for good reasons.” (alinea 3)
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Geef van elke van de volgende redenen om terughoudend te zijn aan of
deze in alinea 3 of 4 wordt genoemd.
1 Winkels moeten hun personeel er opnieuw voor opleiden.
2 De bezorgkosten voor online gekochte levensmiddelen zijn hoog.
3 Online klanten kopen vooral aanbiedingen en kiezen minder vaak voor
producten waar de winkelier goed aan verdient.
4 Sommige kopers zijn ontevreden omdat de verse producten op de
website mooier lijken dan ze in werkelijkheid zijn.
Noteer “wel” of “niet” achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
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to demonstrate that companies cannot afford to stay away from the
to illustrate that the timing of starting an online business is of great
to make clear that selling food through the internet remains a risky
to point out that big players in the market will eliminate the smaller
What is the goal of paragraph 5?
to demonstrate that companies cannot afford to stay away from theinternet
to illustrate that the timing of starting an online business is of greatimportance
to make clear that selling food through the internet remains a riskypractice
to point out that big players in the market will eliminate the smallerweb shops
“… you can’t afford not to play,” (alinea 6)
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In welke twee alinea’s staat expliciet genoemd wat de gevolgen zijn van
niet online gaan?
Noteer de nummers van deze twee alinea’s.
opgave 5Tekst 5 A new reading of the old sob story
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He is still admired by other scientists, even though most now disagree
He unravelled several mysteries, but was unable to explain why
He was very good at observing animals, but failed at understanding
What is the point made about Darwin in paragraph 1?
He is still admired by other scientists, even though most now disagreewith his assumptions.
He unravelled several mysteries, but was unable to explain whypeople cry.
He was very good at observing animals, but failed at understandingbasic human emotions.
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They explore Darwin’s conclusion about crying scientifically.
They fail to address the underlying social function of crying.
They focus solely on the physical factors that trigger crying.
They try to explain crying from an evolutionary perspective.
What do the theories mentioned in paragraph 2 have in common?
They explore Darwin’s conclusion about crying scientifically. They fail to address the underlying social function of crying. They focus solely on the physical factors that trigger crying. They try to explain crying from an evolutionary perspective.131p
It elaborates on what is said in paragraph 2.
It highlights what is said in paragraph 2.
It illustrates what is said in paragraph 2.
It supports what is said in paragraph 2.
How does paragraph 3 relate to paragraph 2?
It elaborates on what is said in paragraph 2. It highlights what is said in paragraph 2. It illustrates what is said in paragraph 2. It supports what is said in paragraph 2.141p
advantageous
controversial
exceptional
irrelevant
reckless
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 5?
advantageous controversial exceptional irrelevant reckless151p
being frustrated
doing something unemotional
experiencing happiness
feeling for those who are wronged
mourning a loss
Which of the following is not mentioned as a cause of human tears in
paragraph 6?
being frustrated doing something unemotional experiencing happiness feeling for those who are wronged mourning a loss161p
Geef van elke van de volgende beweringen aan of deze wel of niet in
overeenstemming is met alinea 7.
1 De redenen waarom we huilen zijn door de eeuwen heen veranderd.
2 Het is bewezen dat huilen helpt om de geest gezond te houden.
Noteer “wel” of “niet” achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
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acknowledged
concealed
investigated
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 8?
acknowledged concealed investigatedDrie van de onderstaande geciteerde uitspraken (a, b, c en d) zijn
weggelaten aan het einde van de alinea’s 1, 4 en 7 (zie [18-1],
[
], [
] in de tekst).
], [] in de tekst).182p
Geef bij elke plaats aan welk van de citaten daar hoort.
a “By contrast, in humans there is a shift from the acoustic signal toward
the visual signal of tears, which especially fit closer, more intimate
interactions.”
b “Tears are less important when you are alone because there is no one
to witness them.”
c “Therefore our appreciation of the phenomenon should not only be
based on theory but also do justice to individual human experiences.”
d “We must look at weeping as an incidental result, as purposeless as
the secretion of tears from a blow outside the eye.”
Noteer de letter van het citaat achter het nummer op het antwoordblad.
Let op: er blijft één citaat over.
opgave 6Tekst 6 Counsel against despair
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It fails to address the root causes behind the high crime rates.
It has serious shortcomings that prevent it from functioning properly.
It is ineffective because the penal institutions are filled to capacity.
Which conclusion about the American judicial system do paragraphs
1 and 2 lead up to?
It fails to address the root causes behind the high crime rates. It has serious shortcomings that prevent it from functioning properly. It is ineffective because the penal institutions are filled to capacity.201p
controversial
insightful
misleading
numbing
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 2?
controversial insightful misleading numbing211p
to establish that Stevenson knows what he is talking about without
to illustrate the lengths to which Stevenson went to get a better grasp
to make clear why Stevenson made certain choices when writing a
to stress that Stevenson consistently uses his own experiences to get
What is the purpose of paragraph 3?
to establish that Stevenson knows what he is talking about withoutstressing his own struggles
to illustrate the lengths to which Stevenson went to get a better graspon his subject matter
to make clear why Stevenson made certain choices when writing abook about his profession
to stress that Stevenson consistently uses his own experiences to gethis message across
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for being overly long and presenting material that is irrelevant
for leaning heavily on old cases the author was involved in
for presenting accounts of conversations as exact quotes
for the way it is being promoted as compulsory study material
What is the book under review criticised for in paragraph 4?
for being overly long and presenting material that is irrelevant for leaning heavily on old cases the author was involved in for presenting accounts of conversations as exact quotes for the way it is being promoted as compulsory study material231p
ethical obligations
greedy image
political ideals
social status
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 5?
ethical obligations greedy image political ideals social status“(Stevenson weaves McMillian’s saga through his book with as much
suspense as any Scott Turow novel.)” (paragraph 6)
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to entertain the reader with a fascinating piece of information
to highlight the fact that Stevenson was helped by a fellow writer
to praise Stevenson for the way in which he has presented the story
What is the function of this remark?
to entertain the reader with a fascinating piece of information to highlight the fact that Stevenson was helped by a fellow writer to praise Stevenson for the way in which he has presented the story“only a page or two would be needed to record those prosecutors who
have ever been sanctioned” (alinea 6)
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Leg uit wat de schrijver van dit artikel met deze opmerking duidelijk wil
maken.
Let op: een letterlijke vertaling van het citaat boven deze opgave levert
geen scorepunt op.
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It is meant to expose errors of justice, but it contains inaccuracies.
It is not just a list of sad cases, but it also presents uplifting details.
Its ultimate goal is to tackle racism in the courtroom.
It urges suspects of crime to withstand intimidation.
What becomes clear about the book Just Mercy from paragraph 7?
It is meant to expose errors of justice, but it contains inaccuracies. It is not just a list of sad cases, but it also presents uplifting details. Its ultimate goal is to tackle racism in the courtroom. It urges suspects of crime to withstand intimidation.opgave 7Tekst 7 Cops and Cameras
“Cops and Cameras” (titel)
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Citeer het woord uit alinea 1 dat aangeeft wat de politie wil bereiken door
middel van camera’s.
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It contradicts what is said in paragraph 1.
It illustrates what is said in paragraph 1.
It mocks what is said in paragraph 1.
It re-examines what is said in paragraph 1.
It repeats what is said in paragraph 1.
How does paragraph 2 relate to paragraph 1?
It contradicts what is said in paragraph 1. It illustrates what is said in paragraph 1. It mocks what is said in paragraph 1. It re-examines what is said in paragraph 1. It repeats what is said in paragraph 1.291p
access
capacity
money
regulations
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 3?
access capacity money regulations302p
Geef van elke van de volgende beweringen aan of deze wel of niet in
overeenstemming is met alinea 3.
1 Er zijn aanwijzingen dat de politie sommige opnames heeft verwijderd.
2 Een systeem om politieopnames te archiveren ontbreekt.
3 De politieopnames mogen alleen bekeken worden door de politie zelf.
4 Een aantal burgers heeft al een boete gekregen naar aanleiding van
politieopnames.
Noteer “wel” of “niet” achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
311p
For instance
Likewise
On the other hand
Therefore
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 4?
For instance Likewise On the other hand Therefore321p
Corrupt police officers will find ways to use the recordings to their own
People conduct themselves differently when they know the police are
People feel safe and secure when confronted with policemen fitted out
The police should improve basic communication skills rather than rely
What is the point made by Lt. Travis St. Pierre in paragraph 5?
Corrupt police officers will find ways to use the recordings to their ownadvantage.
People conduct themselves differently when they know the police arefilming them.
People feel safe and secure when confronted with policemen fitted outwith camera equipment.
The police should improve basic communication skills rather than relyon technology.
opgave 8Tekst 8 Bugs a la mode
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Farming insects does less damage to the world’s ecosystem than
Farming insects is probably the way to help prevent starvation in parts
Insects can be sold for a bigger profit than most conventional farm
Insects contain just as many essential nutrients as foods they can
Which of the following is not mentioned as a benefit of eating insects in
paragraph 1?
Farming insects does less damage to the world’s ecosystem thantraditional farming.
Farming insects is probably the way to help prevent starvation in partsof the world.
Insects can be sold for a bigger profit than most conventional farmanimals.
Insects contain just as many essential nutrients as foods they canreplace.
“they’re gross” (paragraph 2)
341p
by comparing the nutritional value of insects with that of eggs
by denying that dietary preferences are personal and predetermined
by describing a generally accepted product in a graphic way
by stressing that eating insects helps to reduce global warming
How does Gordon try to challenge this notion?
by comparing the nutritional value of insects with that of eggs by denying that dietary preferences are personal and predetermined by describing a generally accepted product in a graphic way by stressing that eating insects helps to reduce global warming351p
However
Instead
Likewise
Moreover
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 3?
However Instead Likewise Moreover361p
to analyse the motives of institutions that are trying to get people to
to demonstrate a variety of methods aimed at getting people to eat
to make clear why trying to get people to eat insects is of the utmost
to stress the fact that insects need to be cooked before people will be
to suggest how campaigns meant to get people to eat insects can be
What is the main function of paragraph 3?
to analyse the motives of institutions that are trying to get people toeat insects
to demonstrate a variety of methods aimed at getting people to eatinsects
to make clear why trying to get people to eat insects is of the utmostimportance
to stress the fact that insects need to be cooked before people will beprepared to eat them
to suggest how campaigns meant to get people to eat insects can beimproved
371p
Wat maakt de vergelijking van de “ento box” (alinea 3) met sushi duidelijk
over het eten van insecten?
Geef antwoord in het Nederlands.
opgave 9Tekst 9 Physical attractiveness and careers
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They are distrusted by their co-workers, regardless of the quality of
They are prone to have conflicts with ambitious men while on their way
They are thought to possess more good qualities than less striking
They are used to dealing with the stress of being closely watched by
What becomes clear about attractive women from paragraph 1?
They are distrusted by their co-workers, regardless of the quality oftheir work.
They are prone to have conflicts with ambitious men while on their wayto the top.
They are thought to possess more good qualities than less strikingwomen.
They are used to dealing with the stress of being closely watched byothers.
De alinea’s 2 tot en met 6 van deze tekst kunnen elk met één van de
volgende termen gekarakteriseerd worden:
a feitelijke opsomming
b mogelijke verklaring
c onderzoeksuitkomsten
d oorspronkelijke aanleiding
e opzet van het experiment
f praktische aanbeveling
g uiteindelijke gevolgtrekking
h voorzichtige relativering
393p
Geef voor de alinea’s 2 tot en met 6 aan welke term erbij past.
Zet de letter van de term achter het nummer van de alinea waar deze bij
past op het antwoordblad.
Let op: er blijven drie termen over.
opgave 10Tekst 10 Shapeshifter
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compromise
improve
require
Which of the following fits the gap?
compromise improve requireLet op: de laatste vragen van dit examen staan op de volgende pagina.
Lees bij de volgende opgaven eerst de vraag voordat je de bijbehorende
tekst raadpleegt.
opgave 11Tekst 11 Jury duty information
Een Amerikaans staatsburger die opgeroepen wordt om als jurylid zitting
te nemen, kan een verzoek indienen om hiervan vrijgesteld te worden.
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Hoe wordt zo’n vrijstelling genoemd in deze tekst?
Citeer de uitdrukking die zo’n vrijstelling aanduidt.
421p
Voor welke groep gelden afwijkende regels als het gaat om
vergoedingen?
Citeer de eerste twee woorden van de zin waarin deze groep genoemd
wordt.
Bronvermelding
Een opsomming van de in dit examen gebruikte bronnen, zoals teksten en afbeeldingen, is te vinden in het bij dit examen
behorende correctievoorschrift, dat na afloop van het examen wordt gepubliceerd.
De bijlage met informatie bij dit examen, zoals hij gedrukt is.
Bij dit examen hoort geen uitwerkbijlage.
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