Examen de Inglés PAU Cantabria 2023 · Ordinaria

Question 1: [2 POINTS] Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE and write down the sentence or the part of the text that justifies your answer. No points will be given if the evidence is not correct.

a)

The number of travelers avoiding flying due to its impact on the environment is increasing.

b)

Air travel emissions are expected to decrease by 2050 according to the United Nations.

c)

Anti-flight activism is not prominent in Sweden, as compared to other countries.

d)

Maja Rosén does not travel by plane anymore.

Question 2: [2 POINTS] Choose and answer only TWO of the following questions in your own words according to the text.

a)

What does the text tell us about how Dan Castrigano travels?

b)

Who believes that flying less or not at all is important and why?

c)

What are the objectives of the nonprofit «We stay on the Ground» and how are they trying to achieve them?

Question 3: [1,5 POINTS] Find words or phrases in the text that correspond to the words given. You only need to have five correct answers to get 1.5 points.

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Question 4: [1,5 POINTS] Choose the correct option —a, b, c or d— for each question and COPY both the letter and the sentence that follows onto your answer sheet.

1.

Why did Dan Castrigano stop flying in 2020?

2.

According to the text, what is the goal of the non-profit "Subject to Climate"?

3.

How does the carbon dioxide produced by a Boeing 747 compare to that produced by 336 cars traveling the same distance?

Question 1: [2 POINTS] Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE and write down the sentence or the part of the text that justifies your answer. No points will be given if the evidence is not correct.

a)

The use of beauty filters has led to an increase in requests for plastic surgery.

TRUE

FALSE

b)

Beauty filters have been found to have a positive impact on self-esteem and mental health, according to recent studies.

TRUE

FALSE

c)

Although Tik Tok's 'Bold Glamour' filter might be problematic, the 'Teen filter' is getting all the attention in the media.

TRUE

FALSE

d)

There is still much to learn about the long-term effects of beauty filters on mental health and self-perception.

TRUE

FALSE

Question 2: [2 POINTS] Choose and answer only TWO of the following questions in your own words according to the text.

a)

Explain two of the ways in which beauty filters affect people and society.

b)

What is the difference between the previous and latest generations of beauty filters?

c)

Why is the “Teen” filter problematic?

Question 3: [1,5 POINTS] Find words or phrases in the text that correspond to the words given. You only need to have five correct answers to get 1.5 points.

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b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

Question 4: [1,5 POINTS] Choose the correct option –a, b, c or d– for each question and COPY both the letter and the sentence that follows onto your answer sheet.

1.

How do beauty standards influence our choices in clothing, makeup and haircuts?

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2.

What is the main concern regarding beauty filters?

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3.

What is concerning about the racial bias in beauty filters?

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PART 2. [3 POINTS] Written production

Choose ONE of the two options below and write a short essay (120-150 words). Essays up to 200 words won't be penalized.

Option 1

“Kids should not play competitive sports”. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons to justify your opinion.

PART 2. [3 POINTS] Written production

Choose ONE of the two options below and write a short essay (120-150 words). Essays up to 200 words won't be penalized.

Option 2

In some countries it is common to have a year off between finishing high school and going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?