Zusammenfassung der Ressource
Frage 1
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As he travelled, the writer regretted his choice of
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seat
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clothes
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career
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means of transport
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What had surprised the writer about the job?
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There had been no advertisement.
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He had been contacted by letter.
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There was an invitation to tea.
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He had been selected for interview.
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The writer uses the phrase ‘I had grabbed the lifeline’ (line 16) to show that he felt
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confident of his ability.
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ready to consider any offer.
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cautious about accepting the invitation.
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forced to make a decision unwillingly.
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What impression had the writer previously had of Yorkshire?
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What did the writer find unusual about Darrowby?
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What did the writer feel the guidebooks had missed about Darrowby?
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the beauty of the houses
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the importance of the bridges
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the lovely views from the town
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the impressive public spaces
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How did the writer recognise Skeldale House?
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How did the writer’s attitude change during the passage?
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He began to feel he might like living in Darrowby.
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He became less enthusiastic about the job.
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He realised his journey was likely to have been a waste of time.
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He started to look forward to having the interview.