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opgave 1Tekst 1 Boris should look to the satirists
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deserves to be ridiculed because it lacks support.
should be classified as bordering on insanity.
was inspired by a historical need for change.
would have been supported by intellectuals from the past.
What is the point made by William Flynn in this letter?
Making Britain leave the European Union is a decision that
deserves to be ridiculed because it lacks support. should be classified as bordering on insanity. was inspired by a historical need for change. would have been supported by intellectuals from the past.opgave 2Tekst 2 This art is bananas
‘Science and art are two separate cultures’ (paragraph 1)
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by emphasising that this predicament deserves to get more public
by making fun of people who have tried to downplay this problem
by noting that few people are even aware of the issue these days
by offering a historical framework to prove the significance of this
How does the writer of Feedback discuss this claim in paragraph 1?
by emphasising that this predicament deserves to get more publicrecognition
by making fun of people who have tried to downplay this problem by noting that few people are even aware of the issue these days by offering a historical framework to prove the significance of thisdilemma
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blatantly glorifying the original piece
broadly dismissive of artistic endeavour
clearly focused on aesthetic elegance
methodically questioning the artist’s integrity
unintentionally criticising the artist’s work
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 3?
blatantly glorifying the original piece broadly dismissive of artistic endeavour clearly focused on aesthetic elegance methodically questioning the artist’s integrity unintentionally criticising the artist’s workopgave 3Tekst 3 THE ETHICIST
Drie van de onderstaande zinnen (a, b, c, d, e, of f) zijn uit de tekst
weggelaten (zie 4-1, 4-2, 4-3).
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Geef bij elke plaats aan welke zin daar hoort.
Noteer de letter van de zin achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
Let op: er blijven drie zinnen over.
a Many disagree about whether or not cutting down on meat and dairy
products is better for the environment.
b No risk of subsidizing industries you disapprove of.
c Questioning someone’s beliefs can be tricky.
d Sticking rigidly to your principles leads to an increase in business.
e That’s a rationale for letting it slide.
f You can contribute by making a case for your views and getting others
to join your cause.
opgave 4Tekst 4 Style Guide
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Hoe illustreert Marc Riese zijn punt van kritiek?
Geef antwoord in het Nederlands.
opgave 5Tekst 5 Does the Age of Your Doctor Matter?
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keeping abreast of the latest developments in the profession.
taught to display confident behaviour in a medical emergency.
trained to set a patient’s mind at rest under all circumstances.
willing to retire in time to make place for more adept practitioners.
What is the point made by Fiona Bayly (letter 1)?
She wonders whether all doctors are
keeping abreast of the latest developments in the profession. taught to display confident behaviour in a medical emergency. trained to set a patient’s mind at rest under all circumstances. willing to retire in time to make place for more adept practitioners.72p
Geef aan of de volgende citaten uit brief 2 verwijzingen zijn naar wat
Sarah Hartley bedoelt met ‘Psychological depth’ (laatste zin uit brief 2).
Noteer ‘wel’ of ‘niet’ achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
1 ‘aware of policy, ethics and social determinants of health’
2 ‘the more nuanced interpersonal domain’
3 ‘Holding impeccable values’
4 ‘Needing to understand an individual patient’
opgave 6Tekst 6 Weight loss celebs
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the exorbitant price customers are willing to pay for a slim waist
the fact that so many people fell for such an obvious hoax
the uncompromising stipulations set out in the agreement
the unhealthy weight fluctuations experienced by the participants
What surprised Eva Weissman most about the celebrity weight loss DVD,
according to paragraph 1?
the exorbitant price customers are willing to pay for a slim waist the fact that so many people fell for such an obvious hoax the uncompromising stipulations set out in the agreement the unhealthy weight fluctuations experienced by the participants91p
They coax consumers into investing in individual training programmes.
They prey on people who are prone to feel insecure and vulnerable.
They promise remarkable results based on incomplete information.
They tighten the grip of the media on the careers of TV personalities.
Which of the following can be concluded from paragraph 2 about celebrity
weight loss DVDs?
They coax consumers into investing in individual training programmes. They prey on people who are prone to feel insecure and vulnerable. They promise remarkable results based on incomplete information. They tighten the grip of the media on the careers of TV personalities.101p
The expectations of their family are driving them up the wall.
The fact that the media hops on is adding insult to injury.
The failure of a ‘reality star’ is built into the bones of them.
Those who keep out of the limelight are met with ridicule.
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 5?
The expectations of their family are driving them up the wall. The fact that the media hops on is adding insult to injury. The failure of a ‘reality star’ is built into the bones of them. Those who keep out of the limelight are met with ridicule.‘It is a very modern downfall’ (paragraph 6)
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their authenticity and sparkle
their impulsiveness and naivety
their self-confidence and poise
their tolerance and sincerity
Which of the following do reality stars lose in the process, according to
paragraph 6?
their authenticity and sparkle their impulsiveness and naivety their self-confidence and poise their tolerance and sincerity121p
as a conscious exaggeration
as a deliberate anachronism
as an abstract representation
as an explanatory comparison
How can paragraph 6 in its entirety be characterised?
as a conscious exaggeration as a deliberate anachronism as an abstract representation as an explanatory comparison‘and onwards the storyline unfolds’ (alinea 7)
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In welke twee opeenvolgende alinea’s wordt de opkomst en ondergang
van reality-sterren van het begin tot het einde uiteengezet?
Noteer de nummers van deze twee alinea’s.
opgave 7Tekst 7 Teaching ‘grit’ is bad for children, and bad for
democracy
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by asserting that Americans consider perseverance to be overrated
by explaining why willpower alone is not enough to prosper in life
by presenting a view on determination that certain people adhere to
by suggesting that American educators need psychological support
How is the subject of this article introduced in paragraph 1?
by asserting that Americans consider perseverance to be overrated by explaining why willpower alone is not enough to prosper in life by presenting a view on determination that certain people adhere to by suggesting that American educators need psychological support151p
a blessing
a bombshell
a challenge
a complication
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 3?
a blessing a bombshell a challenge a complication‘“there are many more gritty heroes”’ (alinea 5)
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Wordt er in deze tekst een persoon genoemd die volgens zowel
Duckworth als Tampio (de schrijver van dit artikel) een ‘gritty hero’ is?
Zo nee, antwoord ‘Nee’. Zo ja, noteer de naam van deze persoon.
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She avoids confrontations with those who disagree with her ideas.
She fails to notice that her ‘grit heroes’ display self-serving behaviour.
She only sees the positives of being ultracompetitive and tough.
She seems to lack practical knowledge about American football.
What is paragraph 6 meant to make clear about Duckworth?
She avoids confrontations with those who disagree with her ideas. She fails to notice that her ‘grit heroes’ display self-serving behaviour. She only sees the positives of being ultracompetitive and tough. She seems to lack practical knowledge about American football.181p
are superior to those who are less inclined to take command of a
have complete control over how their actions will shape and form their
lack an internal set of values to guide their behaviour and decision
What is the main point made in paragraph 7?
According to Tampio, ‘paragons of grit’ act as if they
are superior to those who are less inclined to take command of asituation.
have complete control over how their actions will shape and form theirfuture.
lack an internal set of values to guide their behaviour and decisionmaking.
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Already
Meanwhile
Nevertheless
Similarly
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 8?
Already Meanwhile Nevertheless Similarly201p
It advises instructors to refrain from applying ‘grit-building’ methods
It lists the reasons for subjecting children to ‘grit-building’ tactics.
It makes clear why ‘building grit’ is the preferred strategy of many a
It warns how ‘building grit’ can squeeze out independent thinking.
Which of the following best characterises paragraph 9?
It advises instructors to refrain from applying ‘grit-building’ methodstoo often.
It lists the reasons for subjecting children to ‘grit-building’ tactics. It makes clear why ‘building grit’ is the preferred strategy of many apolitician.
It warns how ‘building grit’ can squeeze out independent thinking.‘Teaching ‘grit’ is bad for children, and bad for democracy’ (titel)
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In welke zin maakt de schrijver voor het eerst duidelijk dat hij vindt dat er
een keerzijde aan het concept van ‘teaching grit’ zit?
Citeer de eerste twee woorden van deze zin.
opgave 8Tekst 8 The hipster effect
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as unique as you can be in a society that tends to steer towards
because you are naturally inclined to prefer substance over
the exact opposite of the nonconformist statement you wanted to
the intended consequence of you doing your best to stand out in the
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 1?
as unique as you can be in a society that tends to steer towardsuniformity.
because you are naturally inclined to prefer substance overappearance.
the exact opposite of the nonconformist statement you wanted toachieve.
the intended consequence of you doing your best to stand out in thecrowd.
‘Similar effects occur among investors and in other areas.’ (alinea 2)
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Wordt hier in een alinea verderop in de tekst nog op teruggekomen?
Zo nee, antwoord ‘Nee’. Zo ja, noteer het nummer van de alinea waarin
dit gebeurt.
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Being affected by their peers is what they try to avoid above all else.
By trying to be different they will end up resembling each other.
Their ideas and ideals are more mainstream than they care to admit.
Their subconscious desire to belong to a group is relatively strong.
What is the point made about hipsters in paragraph 3?
Being affected by their peers is what they try to avoid above all else. By trying to be different they will end up resembling each other. Their ideas and ideals are more mainstream than they care to admit. Their subconscious desire to belong to a group is relatively strong.251p
Most human beings are systematically geared towards harmonising
Popular beliefs determine the speed with which revolutions are
The average person finds it hard to come to terms with
The integration of new data proceeds at a different pace for each
What is the point made in paragraph 4?
Most human beings are systematically geared towards harmonisingtheir looks.
Popular beliefs determine the speed with which revolutions areembraced.
The average person finds it hard to come to terms withtransformations.
The integration of new data proceeds at a different pace for eachperson.
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It can be more difficult to achieve than previously assumed.
It is considerably easier to detect in a controlled environment.
It is often overlooked in the analysis of empirical research.
It will take place regardless of how many factors are in play.
What is the point made about synchronisation in paragraph 6?
It can be more difficult to achieve than previously assumed. It is considerably easier to detect in a controlled environment. It is often overlooked in the analysis of empirical research. It will take place regardless of how many factors are in play.271p
Consequently
Indeed
Instead
Nevertheless
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 7?
Consequently Indeed Instead Neverthelessopgave 9Tekst 9 The future of diversity
‘a personal trainer whose success on Instagram has landed him magazine
coverage’ (paragraph 1)
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fits the profile of a hipster venue regular perfectly.
had been the topic of negative attention before.
had trouble finding an audience for his account.
wears a gym outfit to stress his professionalism.
What is the function of this remark?
Andray Domise wants to make clear that his friend
fits the profile of a hipster venue regular perfectly. had been the topic of negative attention before. had trouble finding an audience for his account. wears a gym outfit to stress his professionalism.291p
the debate seems to lack transparency
the discussion reaches a dead end
the issue takes on a new meaning
the mainstream media have a field day
Which of the following sentences fits the gap in paragraph 2?
the debate seems to lack transparency the discussion reaches a dead end the issue takes on a new meaning the mainstream media have a field day301p
as conscientious
as discreet
as hypocritical
as irrational
as quick-tempered
How does Andray Domise present the behaviour of ‘a group of public-
service employees’ (paragraph 3)?
as conscientious as discreet as hypocritical as irrational as quick-tempered311p
He believes education can help eradicate racist tendencies.
He is an activist who organises rallies against the government.
He is an opponent of positive discrimination policies.
He is convinced that there is no such thing as police brutality.
He thinks that society suffers from systemic racial bias.
Which of the following becomes clear about Maxime Bernier in
paragraph 4?
He believes education can help eradicate racist tendencies. He is an activist who organises rallies against the government. He is an opponent of positive discrimination policies. He is convinced that there is no such thing as police brutality. He thinks that society suffers from systemic racial bias.‘racialized people who speak up about racism will most often be punished
for pointing it out’ (alinea 5)
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In welke zin in de tekst is dit mechanisme voor het eerst genoemd?
Citeer de eerste twee woorden van deze zin.
‘people who speak up about racism will most often be punished for
pointing it out while the original infraction goes unresolved’ (alinea 5)
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Geef aan of de volgende citaten voorbeelden zijn van een ‘original
infraction’.
Noteer ‘wel’ of ‘niet’ achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
1 ‘demand an apology from the shop’s management’ (alinea 1)
2 ‘openly sharing our own lived realities’ (alinea 2)
3 ‘repeated traffic stops by Toronto police’ (alinea 3)
4 ‘circulating an article explaining the soft bigotry of the ‘colour-blind’
ideal’ (alinea 4)
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Once
Since
Though
Until
Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 6?
Once Since Though Untilopgave 10Tekst 10 The following text is the beginning of Darke, a novel written by Rick
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amiability and neatness
dependability and inconspicuousness
flexibility and resourcefulness
respectability and loyalty
What qualities does the main character look for most in a builder, judging
from lines 1 to 31?
amiability and neatness dependability and inconspicuousness flexibility and resourcefulness respectability and loyalty363p
Geef aan of de volgende beweringen over de hoofdpersoon
overeenkomen met de inhoud van de tekst.
Noteer ‘wel’ of ‘niet’ achter elk nummer op het antwoordblad.
1 He dislikes having to do a computer search because he is insecure
about his digital competence.
2 He is a germaphobe who feels the need to obsessively clean
everything touched by visitors.
3 He seems to want to limit contact with the outside world.
4 He finds the fact that Mr Cooper replied to his email straightaway
disconcerting.
5 He has been chosen by his neighbours to act as a mediator in case of
conflicts.
6 He thinks that Mr Cooper will fail to finish the task in the time-slot that
they have agreed upon.
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In welke zin heeft de hoofdpersoon voor het eerst duidelijk gemaakt hoe
hij over ‘others offering similar services’ (regel 61) denkt?
Citeer de eerste twee woorden van deze zin.
opgave 11Tekst 11 Searching for answers
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Google’s financial resources are unlimited.
Google’s marketing strategy might backfire.
Internet users do not try out alternatives for Google.
The search engine market is being manipulated by Google.
What is the point made by Adrien Giraud in this letter?
Google’s financial resources are unlimited. Google’s marketing strategy might backfire. Internet users do not try out alternatives for Google. The search engine market is being manipulated by Google.opgave 12Tekst 12 "Who that benefits is of no interest to me" (Robert Jenrick says he regrets
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critically overdue
fundamentally unfair
intrinsically daunting
morally neutral
politically motivated
Which of the following fits the gap?
critically overdue fundamentally unfair intrinsically daunting morally neutral politically motivatedopgave 13Tekst 13 Education in Australia: a race to the Finnish
Lees eerst de opgave voordat je naar de tekst gaat.
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Wie schrijft dat Australische docenten een extra uitdaging hebben doordat
hun klassen bestaan uit leerlingen van verschillende achtergronden?
Noteer de naam van deze persoon.
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