Variant 1 You could have come first and won the race if you … faster

28. It is clear from the passage that the Dutch people …

A) represent a number of contrasting features. B) frequently discriminate against foreigners.

C) constantly complain about the inefficiency of local governments. D) wish to keep foreigners out of the country.

29. We understand from the passage that newcomers to the Netherlands ...

A) usually feel themselves at home from the beginning B) feel obliged to conform to the Dutch way of life

C) may be surprised at the many and various regulations D) are never absorbed into the community