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- exam texts

If I'd tried a bit harder, ________________ ( finish) my work.

If you ask nicely, he __________________________ (let ) you into the club.

Will they still go surfing if the weather________________ (be) this bad?

Gayle won't help if you _________________ (not ask) her.

Next part: reading

1.What is Susan Rowntree’s reason for writing this letter?

What is Susan Rowntree’s reason for writing this letter? She wants to

1. explain why Inland Waters Directorate has wrongfully fired her.
2. express her concern about how Canada manages its freshwater supply
3. inform the public about the impact of the Headwaters series on water policy.
4. stimulate young academics to consider a career in water management.

In 2000, Walkerton’s deadly tainted-water nightmare struck.” (paragraph 3) What is the purpose of mentioning this?

In 2000, Walkerton’s deadly tainted-water nightmare struck.” (paragraph 3) What is the purpose of mentioning this?

1. to confirm the accuracy of Susan Rowntree’s foresight
2. to make clear that Susan Rowntree succeeded in her task
3. to put Susan Rowntree’s story in a broader perspective
4. to show that Susan Rowntree feels personally responsible

1. it copied..
2. it only..
3. its reasons..
4. it was..

“e-commerce as a profit-sapping distraction” (alinea 1)
“e-commerce as a profit-sapping distraction” (alinea 1) In welke alinea wordt dit punt uitgewerkt?
Noteer het nummer van deze alinea.

1. sellingfood online..
2. the general..
3. the impact..
4. there will..

what is the goal of paragraph 5?

1. to demonstrate that companies cannot afford to stay away from the internet
2. to illustrate that the timing of starting an online business is of great importance
3. to make clear that selling food through the internet remains a risky practice
4. to point out that big players in the market will eliminate the smaller web shops

A new reading of an old sob story

What is the point made about Darwin in paragraph 1?

1. He is still admired by other scientists, even though most now disagree with his assumptions.
2. He unravelled several mysteries, but was unable to explain why people cry.
3. He was very good at observing animals, but failed at understanding basic human emotions.
4. He was hated by all his fellow workers.

What do the theories mentioned in paragraph 2 have in common?

1. They explore Darwin’s conclusion about crying scientifically.
2. They fail to address the underlying social function of crying.
3. They focus solely on the physical factors that trigger crying.
4. They try to explain crying from an evolutionary perspective.

How does paragraph 3 relate to paragraph 2?

1. It elaborates on what is said in paragraph 2.
2. It highlights what is said in paragraph 2.
3. It illustrates what is said in paragraph 2.
4. It supports what is said in paragraph 2.

Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 5?

1. advantageous
2. controversial
3. exceptional
4. irrelevant

Which of the following is not mentioned as a cause of human tears in
paragraph 6?

1. being frustrated
2. doing something unemotional
3. experiencing happiness
4. feeling for those who are wronged

Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 8?

1. acknowledged
2. concealed
3. investigated
4. justified

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Counsel against despair

Which conclusion about the American judicial system do paragraphs
1 and 2 lead up to?

1. It fails to address the root causes behind the high crime rates.
2. It has serious shortcomings that prevent it from functioning properly.
3. It is ineffective because the penal institutions are filled to capacity.
4. It is highly effective and very fair

Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 2?

1. controversial
2. insightful
3. misleading
4. numbing

What is the purpose of paragraph 3?

1. to establish that Stevenson knows what he is talking about without stressing his own struggles
2. to illustrate the lengths to which Stevenson went to get a better grasp on his subject matter
3. to make clear why Stevenson made certain choices when writing a book about his profession
4. to stress that Stevenson consistently uses his own experiences to get his message across

What is the book under review criticised for in paragraph 4?

1. for being overly long and presenting material that is irrelevant
2. for leaning heavily on old cases the author was involved in
3. for presenting accounts of conversations as exact quotes
4. for the way it is being promoted as compulsory study material

Which of the following fits the gap in paragraph 5?

1. ethical obligations
2. greedy image
3. political ideals
4. political ideals

“(Stevenson weaves McMillian’s saga through his book with as much
suspense as any Scott Turow novel.)” (paragraph 6)
1p 19 What is the function of this remark?

1. to entertain the reader with a fascinating piece of information
2. to highlight the fact that Stevenson was helped by a fellow writer
3. to praise Stevenson for the way in which he has presented the story

What becomes clear about the book Just Mercy from paragraph 7?

1. It is meant to expose errors of justice, but it contains inaccuracies.
2. It is not just a list of sad cases, but it also presents uplifting details.
3. Its ultimate goal is to tackle racism in the courtroom.
4. It urges suspects of crime to withstand intimidation.

homework

this week:

1 listening exercise ( stepping stones online)

1 grammar exercise ( stepping stones online)

2 reading exercises ( stepping stones online)

finish before Monday