Examen de Inglés PAU Andalucía 2023 · Ordinaria Reserva

TEXT 1: ANIME: A GLOBAL POP CULTURE PHENOMENON

1 The origin of anime can be traced back to the beginning of the 20th century. However, it wasn't until 1958 that Hiroshi Okawa,

2 president of the Toei Doga production company, decided to turn it into the “Disney of the East.” His efforts were worth it, and anime

3 gradually became a global cultural phenomenon. In order to understand how significant this phenomenon is we can travel back to

4 2004, when Japan sent trucks to Iraq to help reconstruction. The Japanese feared that the local population would not recognize

5 their flag stamped on the trucks' sides. To avoid this, they decorated the trucks with posters of Captain Tsubasa, a popular anime

6 character.

7 One reason why anime gained such popularity internationally in the 90s was its distinctive style, easily recognizable by its

8 simplified animation and its characters' disproportionately big eyes. The animation style was basic because reducing the number

9 of frames helped to save money. The second trait, the huge eyes, responds to multiple factors. Big eyes make it easier for

10 animators to express emotions powerfully by concentrating on just one body part. At the same time, audiences are positively drawn

11 to big round eyes, which make characters look innocent and young. Japanese culture also plays a part in anime's expressive eyes,

12 since the polite thing in Japan is not to show emotions openly through body language but through subtle eye expressions.

13 Anime has stayed hugely successful worldwide because it appeals to a wide range of people of all ages and nationalities who

14 keep loyal to their cartoons for years. The emotional soundtracks and eye-catching colours keep hooking fans today.

CHOOSE AND WRITE THE CORRECT OPTION (A, B, C or D). (0.5 points each)

1.

According to the text, Hiroshi Okawa...

2.

According to the text, the Japanese used Captain Tsubasa in order to...

ARE THESE STATEMENTS TRUE OR FALSE? JUSTIFY YOUR ANSWERS WITH THE PRECISE WORDS OR PHRASES FROM THE TEXT, OR USE YOUR OWN WORDS. (0.5 points each)

.

TRUE

FALSE

7. FIND IN THE TEXT: (0.5 points)

7.1.

7.2.

8. FIND IN THE TEXT: (0.5 points)

8.1.

8.2.

TEXT 2: THIS JOB IS A PIECE OF CAKE!

1 It turns out you might be able to eat candy for a living and make thousands in the process. Canada's Candy Funhouse is hiring

2 a chief candy officer, according to a recent job posting.

3 "Do you love candy and chocolate? Are you passionate about sweet treats and exploring unreleased and existing products? If

4 so, this is the perfect position for you!" the description reads. The Ontario-based company says the position pays 100,000 Canadian

5 dollars annually. The job can be remote or based in its Canada or New Jersey offices.

6 The chief candy officer will serve as head taste tester and try over 3,500 products monthly. Besides eating about 113 pieces

7 of candy a day, the chief candy officer will lead the company's candy strategy, run candy board meetings and have a say in which

8 products Candy Funhouse will release into the market. Applicants can be as young as 5 years old and must reside in North

9 America.

10 "All you need is a passion for candy and pop culture, and obviously a sweet tooth!" According to the job description, the chief

11 candy officer will also undergo "extensive palate training," which will be provided by the company. No previous experience is

12 necessary. So far, nearly 6,500 people have applied for the job. Inquiries on the job are so numerous that the company has

13 admitted that its usual response time is delayed.

14 The position no doubt involves excessive consumption of sugar, which the World Health Organization recommends limiting to

15 10% of the daily calorie intake. Too much sugar can increase the risk of Type-2 diabetes and heart disease. At least, the job

16 posting specifies that the position comes with an "extensive dental plan."

CHOOSE AND WRITE THE CORRECT OPTION (A, B, C or D). (0.5 points each)

9.

According to the text, candidates...

10.

According to the text, the new candy officer...

ARE THESE STATEMENTS TRUE OR FALSE? JUSTIFY YOUR ANSWERS WITH THE PRECISE WORDS OR PHRASES FROM THE TEXT, OR USE YOUR OWN WORDS. (0.5 points each)

11.

In this position, you will have the chance to work from home.

TRUE

FALSE

12.

The appointed person will not take part in decision making.

TRUE

FALSE

13.

The company is receiving more requests for information than they can handle in time.

TRUE

FALSE

14.

The job requirements are unhealthy according to medical standards.

TRUE

FALSE

15. FIND IN THE TEXT: (0.5 points)

15.1.

15.2.

16. FIND IN THE TEXT: (0.5 points)

16.1.

16.2.

17. FILL IN THE GAPS WITH A CORRECT FORM OF THE VERB IN BRACKETS:

17.1.

“Remember

your passport with you to confirm your identity.” (bring)

17.2.

“Look at those monkeys! I

a picture before they run away!” (take)

18. FILL IN THE GAPS WITH THE CORRECT OPTION:

18.1.

“Since the lift was out of order I… use the stairs.”

18.2.

“Please, take your umbrella… it rains.”

19. TURN THIS SENTENCE INTO THE ACTIVE VOICE:

“The Cabinet has already been reorganised by the Prime Minister.”

20. TURN THIS SENTENCE INTO THE PASSIVE VOICE:

“Scientists have to conduct a new study to evaluate the situation after the volcano’s eruption.”

21. GIVE A QUESTION FOR THE UNDERLINED WORDS: “She's been in charge for a couple of years.”

22. JOIN THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES USING A RELATIVE. MAKE CHANGES IF NECESSARY:

“The knife had a really sharp blade. I got cut with it.”

23. REWRITE THE NEXT SENTENCE WITHOUT CHANGING ITS MEANING. BEGIN AS INDICATED:

“This coat is too heavy to be worn all day long.”

This coat isn't...

24. COMPLETE THIS CONDITIONAL SENTENCE:

“..., provided that you help me.”

, provided that you help me.

25. REWRITE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE WITHOUT CHANGING ITS MEANING. BEGIN AS INDICATED: “Despite my complaint, I did not get a pay rise.”

26. THERE ARE TWO MISTAKES IN THIS SENTENCE. FIND THE MISTAKES AND REWRITE THE SENTENCE CORRECTLY: “In addition with making his bed, my little brother always helps me with many others household chores.”

27. TURN THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE INTO DIRECT SPEECH: “The coach asked us why we had lost focus during the previous day’s match.”

28. USE THE WORDS IN THE BOXES TO MAKE A MEANINGFUL SENTENCE. USE ALL AND ONLY THE WORDS IN THE BOXES WITHOUT CHANGING THEIR FORM:

will · my · by · done · I · get · professional · a · nails

BLOQUE C (Redacción)

Deberá realizar una redacción de un mínimo de 120 palabras de SOLAMENTE 1 de los dos temas propuestos.

III * WRITING (3 points)

29.1. What movies, books or TV shows had the biggest impact on your childhood? Explain.

BLOQUE C (Redacción)

Deberá realizar una redacción de un mínimo de 120 palabras de SOLAMENTE 1 de los dos temas propuestos.

III * WRITING (3 points)

29.2. Advantages and disadvantages of working from home. Discuss.