Examen de Inglés PAU Cantabria 2025 · Extraordinaria

Question 1 [2 points]

Indicate clearly by writing the words TRUE or FALSE whether the following statements are true or false according to the text and write down the sentence or the part of the text that you consider justifies your answer. The evidence must make sense and be grammatically and lexically coherent.

No points will be given if the evidence is not correct or if the handwriting is not sufficiently clear.

A.

Most clothes donated to charity shops are sold in the same country where they were donated.

TRUE

FALSE

B.

Wearing jeans more times can decrease their environmental impact.

TRUE

FALSE

C.

The growing popularity of second-hand clothing is mostly due to older generations.

TRUE

FALSE

D.

The second-hand market exists only in physical stores.

TRUE

FALSE

Question 2 [2 points]

Choose and answer only TWO of the following questions in your own words according to the text.

A.

What are some benefits of buying second-hand clothing mentioned in the text? (Give at least two examples)

B.

What happens to most donated clothes that are not sold locally, and why do some countries struggle with the clothing they receive?

C.

How are IKEA and some fashion brands encouraging second-hand shopping, and what is one possible negative consequence of this trend?

Question 3 [1.5 points]

Find in the text a word or phrase that corresponds to the meaning, definition, or opposite of each of the following.

A.

B.

C.

D.

Question 4 [1.5 points]

Choose the correct option - A, B, C, or D - for each question. Indicate your choice clearly in your answer sheet, either by writing the letter A, B, C, or D or by copying the letter and the sentence that follows.

1.

What is one positive social effect of second-hand shopping mentioned in the text?

2.

What advice do experts give for making fashion more sustainable?

3.

Why do some people prefer second-hand shopping for their personal style?

Question 1 [2 points]. Indicate clearly by writing the words TRUE or FALSE whether the following statements are true or false according to the text and write down the sentence or the part of the text that you justifies your answer.

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TRUE

FALSE

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

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Question 3 [1.5 points]

Find in the text a word or phrase that corresponds to the meaning, definition, or opposite of each of the following.

A.

A synonym for “change” (paragraph 1):

B.

A word that means “to achieve higher results than others in a particular activity or competition” (paragraph 2):

C.

A word that means “impressive things that are done or achieved after a lot of work” (paragraph 4):

D.

A synonym for “to mix” (paragraph 6):

Question 4 [1.5 points]

Choose the correct option - A, B, C, or D - for each question.

1.

Why are female athletes appealing as ambassadors for brands?

2.

What do Queens League and cricket’s Hundred franchise have in common?

3.

How does the text suggest "The Sports Bra" has influenced the business industry?

PART 2 [3 points]

Written production.

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

Remember that compositions MUST NOT be signed.

Option 1

Write an opinion essay on the following topic: Do you think social media is more helpful or harmful for teenagers? Give reasons to justify your opinion.

PART 2 [3 points]

Written production.

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

Remember that compositions MUST NOT be signed.

Option 2

Write a story about something that happened to you in the past.

Your story must begin with this sentence: It all started with a phone call late at night.