Smokejumpers tekst 6

What is special about the smokejumpers, according to paragraph 1?

• They are asked to join the brigade because they like heights.

• They combine their fire-fighting activities with a regular job.

• They go to areas that can only be reached through the air.

• They like being in charge under difficult circumstances.

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Which of the following describes paragraph 2 best?

• It explains why ‘smokejumpers’ have become popular.

• It gives background information about ‘smokejumpers’.

• It makes clear that ‘smokejumpers’ are quite unique.

• It stresses that ‘smokejumpers’ are in high demand.

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Geef van de volgende beweringen over ‘smokejumpers’ aan of ze overeenkomen met de inhoud van alinea 3. Ze worden aan boord ondersteund door specialisten die zoeken naar het beste landingspunt (antwoord met waar of niet waar)

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What is the function of paragraph 4?

• to criticise people who think that smokejumpers act recklessly

• to emphasise that only the truly brave should join the team

• to make clear that the team is adequately prepared for its task

• to stress the risks that are attached to the work of smokejumpers

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What point is made by James Bergen in paragraph 5?

• British Columbia would also like to be protected by an elite firefighting team.

• In the majority of cases the fire brigades in British Columbia arrive late at the scene.

• Media attention for the effects of fires on nature has risen dramatically these last years.

• Most fires in the Canadian wilderness are put out before they can cause serious damage.

Kies bij 24 in alinea 6 het juiste antwoord uit de gegeven mogelijkheden.

• can prevent the outbreak of fires

• know which medication helps

• suffer unfavourable health effects

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‘smokejumpers usually tackle a fire at its tail’ (paragraph 7) Why?

• because that diminishes the risk of damaging their lungs

• because that speeds up the process of extinguishing the fire

• because that way their protective suits work more efficiently

• because that way they get a better picture of the situation

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Kies bij 26 in alinea 8 het juiste antwoord uit de gegeven mogelijkheden.

• adds to the tension

• becomes unimportant

• is part of the fun

• keeps me focused

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