# Eindexamen Engels VWO 1999 tijdvak 2 > Openbaar eindexamen. Bekijk en oefen het examen: https://slimmeexamens.nl/examens/vwo/engels/1999/tijdvak-2 ## Vragen in dit examen ### Vraag 1 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 2 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 3 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 4 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 5 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 6 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 7 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 8 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 9 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 10 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 11 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 12 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 13 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 14 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 15 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 16 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 17 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 18 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 19 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 20 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 21 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 22 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 23 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 24 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 25 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 26 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 27 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 28 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 29 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 30 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 31 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 32 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 33 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 34 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 35 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 36 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 37 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 38 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 39 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 40 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 41 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 42 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 43 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 44 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 45 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 46 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 47 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 48 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 49 – Opgave 1 ### Vraag 50 – Opgave 1 ## Opgaven (tekst van het examen) ### Pagina 1 Engels Examen VWO Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs 19 | 99 Tijdvak 2 Dinsdag 22 juni 13.30–16.00 uur Vragenboekje Dit examen bestaat uit 50 vragen. Elke goed beantwoorde vraag levert 1 punt op. 900011 7A Begin ### Pagina 2 Tekst 1 New York-style crime crackdown ruled out 1 ■ ‘New York-style crime crackdown ruled out’ (title text 1) Which two reasons does the article supply? 1 Attention will be diverted from real crimes as a result of this kind of policing. 2 The British police do not have the budget to carry through this style of policing satisfactorily. 3 This style of policing is bound to lead to a large number of wrongful arrests. 4 This style of policing might affect good relations between the police and the public. A 1 and 2. B 1 and 4. C 2 and 3. D 2 and 4. E 3 and 4. Tekst 2 Dying to get onto the danger list 2 ■ What is the main point made in paragraph 1? A Some people are unable to break away from their childhood and to face up to their responsibilities. B Some people engage in risky undertakings for reasons that seem to lie outside the scope of rational argument. C Some people's ruthless practice of dangerous sports gets an inexplicable amount of publicity. D Some people will go to any length in order to draw attention to themselves. 3 ■ Why is there ‘not much left to be heroic about’ (line 13)? A Modern-day warfare no longer depends on the heroic commitment of individual soldiers. B Modern man is too individualistic to pursue common causes. C There have been no conflicts on a global scale for a long time. D The spirit of the age has robbed people of common ideals they want to sacrifice themselves for. 4 ■ Which of the following would be a fitting concluding sentence to paragraph 2? A Bravery, in other words, has become a highly selfish matter. B Schoolboy bravado, in short, is a thing of the past. C The modern-day adventurer is, by definition, an unpatriotic figure. 5 ■ What is the point made in paragraph 3? A There are no longer any challenges for the modern hero. B These days, media coverage of heroic feats has made them seem ordinary. C Today’s hero’s concerns are worldly and directed at gaining personal glory. 6 ■ Which question do lines 33–37 (‘The quest ... faces.’) give rise to? A Is seeking adventure the best way to escape from the world’s misery? B Must the world be made an even more dangerous place for those living in it? C Why not stay closer to home when trying to improve the world? D Why pursue danger in an already turbulent world? 7 ■ Why is it that ‘these problems won’t serve the needs of the conquering hero’ (lines 37–38), according to the writer? A Dealing with them is an unrewarding task because of their overwhelming size. B Devoting himself to them does not give him the recognition he is looking for. C Tackling them would not result in the financial rewards that come with real adventures. 900011 7A 2 Lees verder ### Pagina 3 8 How can the writer's view on Branson be summed up (paragraphs 5 and 6)? A He is living proof that healthy persons do not contribute to the fabric of society. B His dare-devil vigour goes against the spirit of the age. C His eccentric exploits catch the eye, but can hardly be taken seriously. D His adventurer's spirit may be considered a pointer to the way society will develop. 9 What phenomenon is described in paragraphs 7 and 8? A All sorts of people are prepared to go to extremes just for the thrill of it. B At every level of society people tend to spend their leisure time farther away from home. C In order to solve their problems, people are willing to risk their lives. 10 Which of the following are in line with the writer's view as expressed in paragraphs 9 and 10? 1 In an overcivilised society people can profit from relying on their instinct. 2 Many imaginary problems are cured by a confrontation with real dangers. 3 People may discover that the dangers they seek are more than they can handle. 4 The contemporary quest for danger may be well rooted in anxiety. A 1 and 2. B 1 and 3. C 2 and 3. D 2 and 4. E 3 and 4. 11 What is made clear in paragraph 11? A Acts of self-sacrifice more often than not end in human tragedy. B Adventurers may not live to savour the glory they had hoped to achieve. C Experiencing adventures is often less thrilling than looking forward to them. [FIGUUR: Een zwart blok] Tekst 3 Programmed to Win Kies bij iedere open plek het juiste antwoord uit de gegeven mogelijkheden. 12 A delighted B electrified C informed 13 A dare not always rely on B prize most dearly C tend to underestimate D would hate to lose 14 A basic inadequacy B diminishing importance C increasing complexity D physical superiority 15 A Besides, B For C However, D So 900011 7A 3 Lees verder ### Pagina 4 16 A Consequently B Moreover C True D Typically 17 A no limit to human ability B no room anymore for chess as a mere game C something mentally stronger than us D something technological trying to cheat us 18 A any but the top players B even software designers C mere mortals D words 19 A more than surprised B overjoyed C quite indifferent D seriously disturbed 20 A continuous interaction B degree of flexibility C difference in tactics D relative playing strength 21 A Conversely, B Even so, C In addition, D Rather, E So 22 A chess blindness B human arrogance C technological complexity 23 A further developments in the field B humanity's self-esteem C the competitive character of chess D the value of amateur chess Tekst 4 Second Language for a Second-Class Life 24 Which of the following does Ellen Goodman want to make clear by referring to Henry Higgins (paragraph 1)? A Her doubt about the effectiveness of two languages being taught simultaneously. B Her optimism about the benefits of extra language tuition for African American students. C Her regret at African Americans' inability to speak standard English. D Her reservations about the decision to allow Ebonics as a medium of instruction. 900011 7A 4 Lees verder ### Pagina 5 25. Why does the writer add "... 'je suis'." (lines 32–34)? A To refute the assumption that Ebonics is easy to learn. B To ridicule the thought that Ebonics would qualify as a language in its own right. C To show that Ebonics is just as suitable for communication as French. D To suggest that Ebonics is not as hard to learn as French. 26. What are the questions in paragraph 4 meant to make clear? A Education has become a breeding ground of discrimination. B Schools and parents have conflicting interests where the language of instruction is concerned. C Teaching in both Ebonics and English should get priority. D The situation of many black children is very worrying indeed. 27. Which of the following could be added to ‘The irony’ in line 51? A of this failure of education B of this lack of communication C of this so-called bilingualism D of this supposedly new form of American English 28. Who are the ‘people’ mentioned in line 57? A People in ivory towers. B The Oakland schoolboard members. C Those who use both Ebonics and English. 29. What is the point made by the reference to Liza Doolittle (line 60)? A Most people are motivated to speak another language by their wish to rise on the social ladder. B Speaking politely is a requirement for people both in higher and lower positions. C The ability to speak English opens doors all over the world. D The use of substandard language is an obstacle to social improvement. 30. How can paragraphs 7 and 8 be summed up? A In the past American immigrants very much aspired to get a good education for themselves. B American immigrants were in favour of a multi-cultural education for their children. C Integration into American society was compulsory and considered necessary for every immigrant child. D Newly arrived immigrants found that American education was of little use to them. 31. Which view does Ellen Goodman support, according to lines 101–110 (‘I do ... children.’)? A Children should not be made to feel inferior because of the language they speak. B Children who linguistically are at a disadvantage should not be given preferential treatment. C Ebonics should not be looked upon as a second-class language. 32. Which of the following reflects the idea expressed in paragraph 10? A According to linguistic criteria, Ebonics is unacceptable. B Teaching in Ebonics will be useful to black people only. C Teaching in Ebonics will give black children an even greater sense of isolation. 33. Which of the following is true of the last paragraph? A It invites young Americans to discover the rest of the world. B It points to the desirability of understanding various American dialects. C It suggests that dialects are bound to become extinct. D It underlines the necessity of being able to speak the standard language. 900011 7A 5 Lees verder ### Pagina 6 Tekst 5 Why justice is unjust 34 What is the point made in paragraph 1? A Crimes not only damage the victims, they also affect those committing them. B Society seems to put the prosecution of criminals before the interests of the victims of crime. C Victims of crime and victims of wrongful prosecution suffer in similar ways. 35 How does paragraph 2 relate to paragraph 1? A It draws a conclusion from the point made in paragraph 1. B It elaborates the point made in paragraph 1. C It narrows down the point made in paragraph 1. D It questions the validity of the point made in paragraph 1. 36 Which word could be inserted between ‘will’ and ‘shield’ (lines 23–24)? A at least B even C nonetheless D thus 37 Who are meant by ‘the former’ (line 35)? A Criminals to whom the law fails to be applied. B Innocent people who are convicted. C Politicians of the Left. D Those working in the criminal-justice system. 38 What does paragraph 5 make clear about David Rose with regard to his proposals for reform? A He acknowledges they are too idealistic to ever be put into practice. B He admits they are less convincing than his analysis of the justice system. C He is confident that in due course they will be accepted as solutions. D He is not optimistic about their being implemented in the near future. 39 Why does the writer call the four truths about the criminal-justice system ‘uncomfortable’ (line 52)? A They imply that the criminal-justice system B can never be free of inherent failings and disturbing influences. C cannot contribute to a socially and politically sound society. D is subject to change whenever the political situation calls for it. E is too dependent on people’s unconditionally adhering to the law. 40 What is the main point made about David Rose in paragraph 8? A Being a journalist and a historian, B he places personal experience in the context of an era. C he uses the genre of fiction to reveal social wrongs. D he writes vividly, linking the specific to the general. E he writes with precision, making the unbelievable acceptable. 41 Which conclusion is in line with the last paragraph? A The writer of the article B fears that the criminal-justice system is at the mercy of uncooperative and corrupt police C officers. D feels the government should work on the conditions causing the criminal-justice system to malfunction. E makes clear that crime will only decrease if the criminal-justice system is improved. F thinks a change of government is needed to get the criminal-justice system to function properly. 900011 7A 6 Lees verder ### Pagina 7 Tekst 6 All your life you’re dreaming 42 Which three statements are in line with paragraph 1? 1 Dreams enable people to enter a world of miraculous possibilities. 2 Dreams may turn ordinarily unimaginative people into writers. 3 Dreams reflect a person’s character. 4 People’s dreams tend not to be interesting to others. 5 Writers are likely to have special qualities where dreams are concerned. A 1, 2 and 3. B 1, 4 and 5. C 2, 3 and 4. D 2, 3 and 5. E 3, 4 and 5. 43 How does Nicholas Royle characterise his book, judging from paragraph 2? A It is intended to serve a good cause, and therefore provides only light reading matter. B It is the dream that is central to the book, not textual quality. C It should be regarded as fiction, not as a collection of autobiographical stories. 44 What criticism of Royle’s book does Peter Parker offer in paragraph 2? A A disproportionate number of stories suffer from the influence of the science-fiction genre. B The book includes too many badly written accounts of dreams by unknown writers. C The majority of the book’s contributors lack accuracy when describing their dreams. 45 What does ‘the difficulty’ (paragraph 3) refer to? A Describing the contents of a dream as one remembers it. B Describing the horror characteristic of many dreams. C Explaining the deeper meaning of a dream. D Remembering the exact contents of a dream. 46 What are the examples of the dream stories in paragraph 3 meant to make clear? A Dreams about horrific events are suitable subject matter for stories. B It is possible to turn dreams into worthwhile reading material. C The description of dreams results in fairly unusual stories. 47 Why does Peter Parker call Jack Kerouac’s observation ‘an apt epigraph’ (paragraph 4)? A It is consistent with B the eagerness with which people communicate their dreams. C the fact that people can appreciate pleasant dreams. D the fact that some types of dreams are common to all people. 48 How can Peter Parker’s final judgment of *The Tiger Garden* be summed up? A It appeals to people’s taste for mystery and glamour, but lacks logic. B It is fascinating in some ways, but too bizarre to be credible. C It is indefinitely attractive, though without much literary value. D It is pretentious, as its contributions are too predictable. Let op: de laatste vragen van dit examen staan op de volgende pagina. 900011 7A 7 Lees verder ### Pagina 8 Tekst 7 Twinned questions of life and death 49 What is the point of discussion in the debate mentioned in the first paragraph? A Whether or not B abortion should be made legal. C foetuses with known handicaps should be aborted. D people with a hereditary disease should become parents. E Siamese twins should be separated at birth. 50 Which sentence reflects *The Observer*'s stand on the debate discussed in the editorial? A 'The definition ... mortality.' (third paragraph) B 'A government-sponsored ... with them.' (last paragraph) C 'For that ... arbiter.' (last paragraph) D 'But ambiguity ... our times.' (last paragraph) Einde