What does the reviewer’s opinion of Jack Maggs amount to?
As in a novel by Dickens, the readers will be swept off their feet by the daring plot.
As in 19th century novels, the plot unfolds at an even pace.
Both the setting and the atmosphere are pleasantly reminiscent of Dickens.
The book is a perfect blend of modern passion and historical detail.
Which of the following must have been the original heading to text 2?
CIA SUSPICION OF SATELLITE FAILURE
INDIAN SCIENTISTS IGNORE SATELLITE CHECK
NUCLEAR EXPLOSIONS SLOW DOWN SPACE PROGRAMS
WHY THE SKY SPIES MISSED THE DESERT BLASTS
Which of the following does Meredith Lloyd-Evans basically object to in her letter?
Both experts and non-experts should be involved in decisions about the application of
Experts on biotechnology are unsuitable as advisors on a genetic food board.
Genetically modified crops cause serious environmental damage.
The informed consumer can do without the genetic food board’s advice.
Welk zinsgedeelte uit het betoog van Ingrams bevat de kern van zijn commentaar?
Wat komt in de loop van het hoofdstuk vast te staan met betrekking tot Amy Parris?
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How does Robin McKie begin his review (paragraphs 1 and 2)? A By criticising the essentially bloodthirsty nature of mankind. B By demonstrating that in the 19th century tribal warfare was a relatively new phenomenon. C By depicting how one people’s peaceful attitude may be misunderstood by another. D By describing a seemingly uncalled-for act of barbarism. ‘In the process … ’ (regel 58–59)
How could this sentence be completed? A … are certain civilisations so successful at overpowering others? B … do some civilisations quickly fall into decline? C … has Western culture wanted to stand apart from other cultures? D … have people always felt the urge to overthrow those who dominate them? E … have people always given in to the aggression of invaders?
Why does the writer call the ‘questions’ (line 85) more uncomfortable? A They go against the conclusions drawn from traditional historical research. B They lead to a pattern of reasoning which assumes certain peoples’ innate inferiority. C They show that inequality has always been at the heart of social interaction.
What is the main point made about the ‘racist biological explanation’ (lines 115–116)? A As there is no scientific proof to the contrary, it is reasonable to accept it for the time being. B To refute it, one only has to point to the evidence of historical facts. C Unless a credible alternative explanation is provided, it will be highly attractive to many. ‘And Diamond knows where.’ (lines 141–142)
What is his explanation? A Geographical circumstances had prevented the Morioris from building up a protective social structure. B The Morioris’ biological make-up made them unfit to become competent hunter-gatherers. C The Morioris were not capable of adapting to the social system of their Maori invaders.
What is meant by ‘This trend’ in line 66? A Cosmetic surgery has become the domain of doubtful medical practitioners. B Cosmetic surgery has come within the reach of every person who wishes to change his or her appearance. C In cosmetic surgery more and more can be done to treat medical cases of serious physical disfigurement. D In cosmetic surgery the treatment of merely less attractive physical traits has become common practice.
Which of the following is true of the part between brackets in paragraph 5? A It comments on the fact that Venus Envy focuses too much on the cosmetic peculiarities of celebrities. B It expresses a somewhat sarcastic comment on a shortcoming in Venus Envy . C It suggests that Venus Envy is a book to be read by all those afraid of plastic surgery.
What is the reviewer’s opinion of Haiken’s book, according to paragraph 6? A Even though the book is aimed at an educated public, its academic style makes it inaccessible. B The book abounds in information but fails to look into causes. C The book’s thoroughness makes up for its comparative lack of readability. D Though intended as an objective study, the book suffers from unacademic bias.
Why, according to paragraph 7, does Warren Susman’s theory appeal to the reviewer? A It provides an interesting justification for the American dream. B It sheds light on the origins of the drive for physical attractiveness. C It shows the importance of the 20th century beauty ideal. ‘She could surely do better than this.’ (lines 174–175)
What is made clear about the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in paragraph 4? A For a long time it has consciously done little to avert the risks caused by BSE. B For more than thirteen years it pretended that BSE was under control. C For some time it obscured facts about the number of deaths caused by BSE. D From the start of the BSE scare it has denied any relationship between BSE and Creutzfeldt-Jakob. ‘It is going to take years to get rid of that problem of public mistrust’, zegt Burke in alinea 4.
Which of the following is in line with paragraph 7? A Americans are systematically misinformed about genetically modified food. B Americans see less reason than Europeans to distrust the food industry. C In the U.S. genetic modification is restricted to specific types of food. D In the U.S. the food industry is technologically more advanced than in Europe.
What is the example about the ‘nut imports’ (paragraph 10) meant to illustrate? A MAFF’s incompetence in dealing with real food problems. B The influence of the media on the public’s attitude to genetically modified food. C The lack of a coherent policy on consumer information about food. D The potentially deadly effect of genetically modified food.
How can the sentence ‘Do the … depletion?’ (lines 44–50) be characterised in relation to the sentence preceding it? A It clarifies the possibility mentioned in the sentence preceding it. B It expresses doubt about the point made in the sentence preceding it. C It suggests a positive answer to the question raised in the sentence preceding it.
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