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The Chinese Philosopher Americans Can't Stop Fighting About

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1. Before interviewing Christopher Nolan, Yiyang Zhuge was already well known in China.
2. Zhuge usually used X to and follow academic discussions rather than actively participate in them. (stil meelezen / observeren (Alinea 1))
3. Why did Zhuge’s interview with Nolan attract so much attention?
4. Zhuge says her success in China partly emerged after a difficult period in her personal life.
5. Zhuge accumulated significant legal during her divorce proceedings. (schuld (Alinea 6))
6. What surprised the author when researching Zhuge’s career?
7. Zhuge’s question to Nolan was inspired by a philosophical tradition of pondering the of value systems. (ondergang / verval (Alinea 10))
8. Zhuge says she was specifically referring to the decline of the United States when she questioned Nolan.
9. How did many people on Western social media interpret her question?
10. Zhuge completed all of her education exclusively in China.
11. Her work often draws on political philosophy, including Straussianism. (conservatief (Alinea 13))
12. Why did Chenchen Zhang think Zhuge’s questions resonated with many Americans?
13. Critics from different sides of the political spectrum tried to place Zhuge into specific political . (kampen / politieke groepen (Alinea 17))
14. Zhuge believes the tendency to label people politically exists only in the United States.
15. According to Zhuge, what contributes to political polarization online?
16. Zhuge appeared completely unaffected by her sudden internet fame.
17. In her latest podcast, Zhuge expressed frustration with public about her motives and influences. (speculatie / gissingen (Alinea 20))
18. How did Zhuge end her most recent podcast episode?
19. Why do you think so many people tried to interpret Zhuge’s interview through their own political beliefs?
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20. Is it possible for public figures to stay politically neutral on social media, or will people always place them into a political camp?
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21. Zhuge argues that many people investigate affiliations instead of arguments. Do you agree that this is a problem in modern public debates? Why or why not?
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The Rise of the 1 AM Job Interview

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1. Tim Millard spoke directly with a recruiter during his first interview for the media relations job.
2. Millard felt a familiar pang of when he realized he would not be speaking to a real person. (berusting / gelatenheid (Alinea 1))
3. Why did Millard decide to do the interview at 9:30 pm?
4. According to Ribbon, nearly a quarter of AI interviews take place between 10 pm and 2 am.
5. Many people are in when they can interview because of work or family responsibilities. (beperkt / gebonden (Alinea 8))
6. Why do some candidates prefer late-night AI interviews?
7. Most job applicants are excited and positive about AI interviews.
8. One major concern among applicants is the lack of about how their interview footage is used. (transparantie / openheid (Alinea 13))
9. What percentage of American candidates said they had withdrawn from a hiring process rather than complete an AI interview?
10. AI systems interview recordings against a job-specific rubric before assigning a score. (beoordelen / evalueren (Alinea 15))
11. Greenhouse believes AI interviews should completely replace human interviews.
12. According to Samson, what problem can AI interviews help solve?
13. After losing his job, Millard created a one-man show inspired by his job-hunting experiences.
14. Millard described his year-long job search as emotionally . (verwoestend / emotioneel vernietigend (Alinea 18))
15. How did Millard feel when he completed his late-night AI interview?
16. Would you feel comfortable talking to an AI instead of a human during the first stage of a job interview? Why or why not?
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17. AI interviews make it easier for people to interview outside office hours. Is this a positive development, or does it make the hiring process less human?
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18. Some candidates would rather quit the application process than complete an AI interview. Do you think that is a reasonable decision? Explain your answer.
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Delivery Drones Over NYC: Innovation or Annoyance?

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1. The delivery drones currently flying in NYC are operated by an American startup.
2. In the future, the drones are expected to carry light instead of just paper. (medicijnen (Alinea 2))
3. What is one of the main questions the Port Authority wants to answer with this pilot?
4. Globally, most drone delivery projects have focused on rural or suburban areas.
5. NYC’s airspace is extremely , hosting three international airports and several heliports. (overvol (Alinea 7))
6. Why was the start date of the drone pilot pushed back?
7. Skyports’ drones are roughly as loud as a , reaching up to 100 decibels. (grasmaaier (Alinea 9))
8. Residents in Texas complained that drones sounded like a “constantly running leaf blower.”
9. Drones could potentially save lives by flying over traffic to deliver supplies. (verkeersopstopping / verkeersinfarct (Alinea 10))
10. What does the Port Authority want to clarify for hobbyist drone pilots?
11. New York is already a very noisy city. Do you think New Yorkers will mind the “buzzing” of delivery drones, or is it just more background noise to them?
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12. In the article, a professor says drones could “save lives” by avoiding traffic. Is this benefit important enough to ignore the privacy and noise concerns of people living below the flight paths?
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Lego Smart Bricks: Innovation or Distraction?

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1. The author describes the moment kids stop playing with toys as a “parental ”. (grote schoonmaak / zuivering)
2. When building Lego, the author enters a “Lego zen state”. (staat van volledige focus (0:40))
3. The sounds from the Smart Bricks are a bit and generic. (blikkerig)
4. The author feels that Lego has been a bit with the number of Smart Bricks in the set. (gierig / karig)
5. Overall, the author finds the experience of the new bricks to be . (teleurstellend / niet indrukwekkend)
6. The author’s children were excited to start playing with Lego again.
7. Smart Bricks require a smartphone or tablet to function during play.
8. The internal battery of the Smart Brick cannot be replaced by the user.
9. Why was the author so sad when the kids “announced they were too old for Lego”?
10. What is the main technical criticism of the Smart Bricks?
11. What does the phrase “contractually obliged not to be enthusiastic” mean in the context of the teenagers?
12. The author says that Smart Bricks might be “another step away from using your imagination for play.” Do you agree that adding sound and light to toys makes them less creative? Explain why.
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13. Do you have a “happy place” or a hobby from your childhood that you would miss if you had to stop doing it? Why does it have that effect on you?
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  1. Talk about a time you watched an exciting football match.
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  1. Imagine Jane Austen visits 2025. What would she think about today’s world?
  2. Write a letter as if you were a character in a Jane Austen book.
  3. Describe your favorite movie or book and explain why it is still popular today.

 

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  1. Would you like to live in Jane Austen’s time? Why or why not?
  2. Discuss the differences between romance in the 1800s and today.
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Dronten's Energy Storage Milestone (B2)
In January 2025, the town of Dronten announced the construction of the Netherlands' largest battery energy (opslagsysteem).
This (faciliteit) will have a capacity of 31.6 megawatts and will store up to 126.4 megawatt-hours of electricity.
Located beside a transformer station, it will be linked to the Windplan Groen wind power plant.
The project is a (samenwerking) between FlevoBESS, GreenPowerBank Dronten, and Pure Energie.
The (batterij) will store surplus electricity from local wind farms and help balance supply and demand in the energy market.
This initiative is part of the Dronter Energie Opslag project, which includes three phases, each with a capacity of 31.6 megawatts.
The (bouw) is underway, and the facility is expected to be operational before the end of the year.
This (ontwikkeling) marks a significant step in the Netherlands' transition to sustainable energy.
Multiple choice questions
What is the capacity of the battery energy storage system being built in Dronten?
Which wind power plant is the storage system linked to?
What is the purpose of the battery storage system?
Which companies are collaborating on this project?
When is the facility expected to be operational?

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Choose one topic to write about:

1. Discuss the importance of energy storage systems in the transition to renewable energy.  
2. Explain how battery energy storage systems work and their benefits.  
3. Describe the potential environmental impacts of large-scale battery storage facilities.

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1. Debate the advantages and disadvantages of investing in large-scale energy storage projects.  
2. Discuss the role of local communities in supporting renewable energy initiatives.  
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Choose one topic to write about:

1. Write about the benefits and problems of having F-35 jets at Lelystad Airport.  
2. Imagine you are a resident of Lelystad. Write a letter explaining your opinion about the airport plans.  
3. Write a short article about how airports can affect nature and the environment.  

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1. Talk about what you think is the best use for Lelystad Airport.  
2. Share your opinion about living near an airport.  
3. Discuss whether military and commercial flights should share airports.