Werkblad Leesvaardigheid (toelatingsexamens) met antwoorden

A school notice reads: “The swimming pool will be closed next week for cleaning. PE lessons will take place in the sports hall instead.” Where will PE lessons take place next week?

1. AIn the sports hall
2. BIn the classrooms
3. COn the school field
4. DIn the swimming pool

A volunteer schedule reads: “Morning shift 8–12: Jo, Raj. Afternoon shift 12–4: Ken, Lily. Evening shift 4–8: Jo, Mia.” Who works two shifts?

1. ARaj
2. BKen
3. CMia
4. DJo

Earthworms help gardens. As they tunnel through the soil, they let in air and water. Their waste also adds nutrients that plants need. According to the passage, how do earthworms help plants?

1. AThey carry seeds to new parts of the garden.
2. BThey eat the insects that harm plant leaves.
3. CThey keep the soil dry during heavy rain.
4. DThey let air and water into the soil.

“Scientists classify a tomato as a fruit because it develops from a flower and contains seeds. In cooking, however, it is usually treated as a vegetable.” What does the passage explain?

1. AHow cooks remove the seeds from tomatoes
2. BWhy a tomato can be called both a fruit and a vegetable
3. CHow to grow tomatoes from seeds
4. DWhy tomatoes are healthier than other fruits

A label on a cleaning spray reads: “Use in a well-ventilated area. Do not mix with bleach. Keep away from children.” Which action follows the label?

1. AOpening a window while using the spray
2. BLeaving it on a low shelf in the playroom
3. CMixing the spray with bleach for extra power
4. DUsing it in a small closed cupboard

“Jamal’s grandmother taught him to cook her famous stew. Now, every winter, Jamal makes it for his own children and tells them stories about her.” What is the main theme?

1. ACooking is a difficult skill.
2. BChildren dislike winter food.
3. CStews are best eaten in the summer months.
4. DFamily traditions are passed down.

The author writes: “Online shopping is convenient, but it has hidden costs. Small local shops close, high streets empty and delivery vans add to traffic.” Which statement best describes the author’s view?

1. ALocal shops are always cheaper than any online stores.
2. BOnline shopping has drawbacks that are easy to miss.
3. COnline shopping is not convenient for anyone.
4. DOnline shopping should be banned in every town.

Train timetable: trains leave Oak Street at 6:10, 6:40, 7:10 and 7:40 a.m. The journey to Central takes 35 minutes. A nurse’s shift at Central Hospital starts at 7:30 a.m., and it is a 5-minute walk from the station. Which is the latest train she can take and still arrive on time?

1. AThe 7:40 train
2. BThe 7:10 train
3. CThe 6:10 train
4. DThe 6:40 train