Bloque A - Texto 1 · Inglés PAU Andalucía Extraordinaria Titular (Acceso) 2021

TEXT 1: CYCLING, THE BEST MODE OF TRANSPORT

1 Urban population in developing nations is projected to continue to grow, adding 2.5 billion people to the world's cities by 2050. By

2 then, more than half of the world's population will live in cities.

3 A key step to managing rapid urbanization, reducing poverty and addressing equality amongst urban residents is to meet their needs

4 for access to services and opportunities. Walking and cycling improve urban quality and facilitate social cohesion. They are cheap,

5 flexible, personal modes without which most people in low- and middle-income countries would be unable to participate in the economy

6 and community, or access education, healthcare and other urban services. Today, more than 600 cities worldwide have their own bike-

7 share systems, and more programmes are starting every year.

8 In richer countries, cycling has become popular for a variety of reasons. For instance, it helps to reduce the risk of diabetes, some

9 forms of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, depression, and it prevents obesity. The health benefits of cycling daily rather than taking a

10 car for short trips outweigh the risks of inhalation of air pollutants. Besides, regular cycling boosts physical fitness.

11 Riding a bike evokes pleasant feelings and is an easy exercise. People who walk or cycle to work tend to be more satisfied, less

12 stressed, more relaxed, and they experience greater freedom compared to people who drive their car to work. Bicycle use, therefore,

13 not only improves physical health, but also has a positive impact on mental health and subjective well-being.

14 In short, compared to travelling by car or bus, cycling saves money, it is a cheap means of transport, and scores well in terms of

15 social impact of urban mobility.

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

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According to the text, the world's population will...

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According to the text, cycling...

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)

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In less developed countries, cycling can facilitate schooling.

TRUE

FALSE

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Cycling may prevent serious illnesses.

TRUE

FALSE

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People who commute by car feel more freedom.

TRUE

FALSE

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Moving by bicycle is as affordable as travelling by bus.

TRUE

FALSE

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