Exam Training: Lesson 2

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• mavo, havo
• Leerjaar 3

Exam Training

Have you ever ordered something online and received the wrong thing? What was it?

Lesson Focus

1. Hoofdgedachte (Main Point) 

2. Signaalwoorden (Signal Words)

Hoofdgedachte (Main Point)

The most important idea or message in a paragraph or story. 

Think about what the writer wants the reader to understand after reading the text. 

Signaalwoorden (Signal Words)

These are words that connect ideas in a paragraph or between paragraphs. 

Also called transition or linking words. 

Write down as many linking words and you can find. 

Social media has many effects on people. First, it helps us stay in touch with friends and family. Also, it is a good way to learn new things and share ideas. For example, we can watch videos or read posts to learn a new hobby. However, social media can also cause problems. Sometimes, people spend too much time online and forget to do other important things. In addition, some people may feel sad when they compare themselves to others. In conclusion, social media can be good or bad, depending on how we use it.

Write a sentence giving the main point of the paragraph.

Vocabulary 

Contradicts: saying the opposite of what is said before

Elaborates: Giving more detail on the subject

Summarises: Gives a short statement about main ideas

Repeats: To say again

Blink Engels Exam Training: Lesson 2

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Work through the readings and answer the questions. 

Let me know if you have questions or need help : )

What is the main point made about the car chase in this article?

1. The suspect killed a dog after a high-speed police chase.
2. The suspect was bitten by a police officer's dog.
3. The suspect was speeding to flee from a pit pull.
4. The suspect's pit bull was driving the car.

What becomes clear about the AirPods that Aleezay ordered on the internet?

1. They were extremely big.
2. They were not from Apple.
3. They were very expensive.

How is paragraph 2 linked to paragraph 1?

1. It contradicts what is said in paragraph 1.
2. It elaborated on what is said in paragraph 1.
3. It summarizes what is said in paragraph 1.
4. It repeats what is said in paragraph 1.

"What the hell - we might as well."
What is the question that Lloyd Olsen answers by means of these words?

1. Do you want to give an interview to inform everyone about your chicken?
2. Do you want to see your headless chicken to a man called Hope Wade?
3. Do you want to tour around the country to show your chicken in public?

How is paragraph 5 linked to paragraph 4?

1. It contradicts what is said in paragraph 4.
2. It elaborates on what is said in paragraph 4.
3. It summarizes what is said in paragraph 4.
4. It repeats what is said in paragraph 4.