Werkblad Leesvaardigheid (toelatingsexamens) met antwoorden

A parking sign reads: “No parking 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. Parking allowed at all times on weekends.” When may a driver park here?

1. AOn a Saturday at noon
2. BOn a Friday at 9 a.m.
3. COn a Wednesday at 3 p.m.
4. DOn a Monday at 10 a.m.

“The cat crept slowly across the grass, keeping low, its eyes fixed on the bird.” What is the cat most likely trying to do?

1. ACatch the bird
2. BGo to sleep
3. CPlay with a ball
4. DFind its owner

“The sky grew dark, the wind picked up and the first heavy drops began to fall.” What is most likely about to happen?

1. AA storm
2. BA sunrise
3. CA snowfall in summer
4. DA heat wave

“The patient’s blood pressure was stable throughout the night, with every reading close to the one before.” What does “stable” mean here?

1. AGetting harder to read
2. BRising quickly
3. CToo low to measure
4. DNot changing much

“It’s just a scratch,” said Max, though his knee was bleeding badly and he could hardly stand. What does this suggest about Max?

1. AHe wants everyone to worry about him.
2. BHe is not really injured at all.
3. CHe did not notice that he had fallen over.
4. DHe is playing down how badly he is hurt.

“The warranty covers repairs for two years from the date of purchase. It does not cover damage caused by dropping the device or by water.” Which repair would the warranty cover?

1. AA fault first appearing after three years
2. BWater damage after the phone fell in a pool
3. CA cracked screen after the phone was dropped
4. DA fault that appears after one year of normal use

The author writes: “Some parents worry that letting children play outside unsupervised is dangerous. While some risks exist, outdoor play builds independence, problem-solving and physical health.” What is the author’s position?

1. AOutdoor play has no risks for children at all.
2. BChildren should never play outside without adults.
3. CParents worry too little about their children.
4. DThe benefits of outdoor play outweigh its risks.

“Hannah had always been the first to raise her hand. Since the accident, she sat at the back of the room and rarely spoke.” What does the contrast suggest?

1. AThe accident changed Hannah’s behaviour.
2. BHannah was always shy and quiet.
3. CHannah enjoyed sitting at the back.
4. DHannah moved to a new school after the accident.