Werkblad Leesvaardigheid (toelatingsexamens) met antwoorden

A label on a bottle of cough syrup reads: “Adults and children 12 years and over: 10 mL every 4 hours. Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours. Children under 12: ask a doctor.” What is the largest number of doses an adult may take in 24 hours?

1. A12
2. B4
3. C10
4. D6

Our town library will hold a free reading program for children every Saturday in July. Sessions start at 10 a.m. and last one hour. No sign-up is needed. How long does each session last?

1. AOne month
2. BOne hour
3. CAll day
4. DTen minutes

The Arctic fox has thick white fur in winter, which helps it blend in with the snow. In summer, its fur turns brown or grey to match the rocks and plants. Why does the Arctic fox’s fur change colour?

1. ATo stay cool in the winter snow
2. BTo warn its enemies to stay far away
3. CTo blend in with its surroundings
4. DTo attract other foxes in spring

“Before you start the exam, read all the instructions. Write your name on every page. Answer the questions in any order, but show all your work.” Which action is allowed by the instructions?

1. AWriting only the final answers without work
2. BWriting your name on the first page only
3. CSkipping the instructions to save time
4. DAnswering question 5 before question 1

“The lungs contain millions of tiny air sacs called alveoli. Here, oxygen passes into the blood, and carbon dioxide passes out to be breathed away.” What happens in the alveoli?

1. ABlood cells are made from bone marrow.
2. BFood is broken down into nutrients.
3. COxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged.
4. DAir is warmed before reaching the nose.

Some birds, such as Arctic terns, migrate thousands of kilometres every year. Scientists think birds find their way using the sun, the stars and Earth’s magnetic field. Which word best describes the scientists’ explanation?

1. AHumorous
2. BUncertain
3. CUnimportant
4. DProven

“Emma had practised her speech for weeks. When she stood before the crowd, her hands trembled, but her voice came out clear and strong.” Which statement best describes Emma at that moment?

1. ANervous inside but still able to speak well
2. BAngry at the crowd for watching her so closely
3. CUnprepared and unsure of her words
4. DCalm and completely without fear

“The company claims its water filter removes 99% of germs. The claim is based on one test, run by the company itself, on water from a single tap.” What is the best evaluation of the claim?

1. AIt needs independent and wider testing.
2. BIt is reliable because the company ran the test.
3. CIt is false because filters cannot remove germs.
4. DIt is proven true for all types of water.