Examen de Inglés PAU Castilla-La Mancha 2022 · Extraordinaria

TEXT 1. QUESTIONS

1. READING COMPREHENSION. (2 POINTS) (0.5 points for each correct answer).

Add TRUE or FALSE and copy the evidence from the text to support your answer. No marks are given for only TRUE or FALSE. No marks are given for T or F.

1.

Aimee says that the recommendations that adults gave her were to study what she liked.

TRUE

FALSE

2.

Aimee thinks that money isn't so important if you enjoy your job.

TRUE

FALSE

3.

In Kerry's opinion is essential to start working as soon as possible.

TRUE

FALSE

4.

Kerry thinks that if you have a good job, you'll be able to enjoy your hobbies.

TRUE

FALSE

2. LEXICON / PHONETICS (2 POINTS)

A. LEXICON. (1 POINT) (0.25 points for each correct answer)

Find words or phrases in the text that mean the same as these given.

1.

2.

3.

4.

2. LEXICON / PHONETICS (2 POINTS)

B. PHONETICS. (1 POINT) (0.25 points for each correct answer)

1.

How is the “i” pronounced in “decide”? /i:/, /ɪ/ or /aɪ/?

2.

How do you pronounce the “th” in “worth”? /ð/ or /θ/?

3.

How is the “s” pronounced in “thinks”? /s/, /z/, or /ɪz/?

4.

How is the “u” pronounced in “study”? /ʊ/, /u:/ or /ʌ/?

TEXT 2: Young people prefer flats.

Choosing whether to live in the centre of the city or in a house in the suburbs is a major decision that many of us face in life. You may feel tempted to move closer to work to save time on commuting, or to look for the peace of the suburbs to start a family. This is very important for young people seeking independence.

Millennials (those born between 1990 and 2000) believe that it is in the centre of cities where there is always the main range of activities and services to achieve their goals, to meet people, and to enjoy life, which is what they really hope to do. They believe that it is at the centre of these larger cities where they have more job opportunities to keep growing. This type of client hasn't got a very high salary, so the more central their new apartment is, the easier it will be to move from one place to another. This is intimately linked to the character of millennials, who value time above all things, so locations like these facilitate transport.

As far as the comforts and qualities of the house itself are concerned, they require houses that serve to work and live. So, they need flats which can offer them full connectivity, and services such as Wi-Fi have already become essential in modern flats. Flats that fit their lifestyle and can be adapted to different hobbies and where they can share experiences with friends, family or colleagues. Also, the culture of independence has evolved in recent years and globalization has a lot to do with it. It is not so important to live alone as to meet new people and open their minds to new cultures and lifestyles. So, sharing a flat in the centre is presented as the perfect opportunity to grow as a person.

Adapted from www.news.sky.com

1. READING COMPREHENSION. (2 POINTS) (0.5 points for each correct answer).

Add TRUE or FALSE and copy the evidence from the text to support your answer. No marks are given for only TRUE or FALSE. No marks are given for T or F.

1.

It is harder to find employment in the centre of the cities.

TRUE

FALSE

2.

If you live near the centre, it will be more difficult for you to move around the city.

TRUE

FALSE

3.

Time is essential for millennials.

TRUE

FALSE

4.

Millennials look for places that function as housing and workplace at the same time.

TRUE

FALSE

TEXT 2: Young people prefer flats.

Choosing whether to live in the centre of the city or in a house in the suburbs is a major decision that many of us face in life. You may feel tempted to move closer to work to save time on commuting, or to look for the peace of the suburbs to start a family. This is very important for young people seeking independence.

Millennials (those born between 1990 and 2000) believe that it is in the centre of cities where there is always the main range of activities and services to achieve their goals, to meet people, and to enjoy life, which is what they really hope to do. They believe that it is at the centre of these larger cities where they have more job opportunities to keep growing. This type of client hasn't got a very high salary, so the more central their new apartment is, the easier it will be to move from one place to another. This is intimately linked to the character of millennials, who value time above all things, so locations like these facilitate transport.

As far as the comforts and qualities of the house itself are concerned, they require houses that serve to work and live. So, they need flats which can offer them full connectivity, and services such as Wi-Fi have already become essential in modern flats. Flats that fit their lifestyle and can be adapted to different hobbies and where they can share experiences with friends, family or colleagues. Also, the culture of independence has evolved in recent years and globalization has a lot to do with it. It is not so important to live alone as to meet new people and open their minds to new cultures and lifestyles. So, sharing a flat in the centre is presented as the perfect opportunity to grow as a person.

Adapted from www.news.sky.com

2. LEXICON / PHONETICS (2 POINTS)

A. LEXICON. (1 POINT) (0.25 points for each correct answer)

Find words or phrases in the text that mean the same as these given.

1.

2.

3.

4.

TEXT 2: Young people prefer flats.

Choosing whether to live in the centre of the city or in a house in the suburbs is a major decision that many of us face in life. You may feel tempted to move closer to work to save time on commuting, or to look for the peace of the suburbs to start a family. This is very important for young people seeking independence.

Millennials (those born between 1990 and 2000) believe that it is in the centre of cities where there is always the main range of activities and services to achieve their goals, to meet people, and to enjoy life, which is what they really hope to do. They believe that it is at the centre of these larger cities where they have more job opportunities to keep growing. This type of client hasn't got a very high salary, so the more central their new apartment is, the easier it will be to move from one place to another. This is intimately linked to the character of millennials, who value time above all things, so locations like these facilitate transport.

As far as the comforts and qualities of the house itself are concerned, they require houses that serve to work and live. So, they need flats which can offer them full connectivity, and services such as Wi-Fi have already become essential in modern flats. Flats that fit their lifestyle and can be adapted to different hobbies and where they can share experiences with friends, family or colleagues. Also, the culture of independence has evolved in recent years and globalization has a lot to do with it. It is not so important to live alone as to meet new people and open their minds to new cultures and lifestyles. So, sharing a flat in the centre is presented as the perfect opportunity to grow as a person.

Adapted from www.news.sky.com

2. LEXICON / PHONETICS (2 POINTS)

B. PHONETICS. (1 POINT) (0.25 points for each correct answer)

1.

How is the "ed" pronounced in "concerned"? /t/, /d/, or /ɪd/?

/t/

/d/

/ɪd/

2.

How is the "i" pronounced in "life"? /aɪ/, /i:/ or /ɪ/?

/aɪ/

/i:/

/ɪ/

3.

How is the final "s" pronounced in "flats"? /s/, /z/ or /ɪz/?

/s/

/z/

/ɪz/

4.

PART II. USE OF ENGLISH.

3. USE OF ENGLISH. (3 POINTS) (0.5 points for each correct answer).

Choose SIX of these sentences and rewrite them starting with the words given. Only the first six will be corrected. No points will be given for the extra ones. Clearly identify the sentences you choose using the numbers here.

1.

“Let’s cook some pasta”, John said.

John suggested

2.

The mechanic is repairing my car now.

I’m

3.

I love the book. I bought it yesterday.

I love

4.

Paul knows how to speak French fluently.

Paul

5.

They won’t understand your problem unless you explain it.

If

6.

They are going to discuss the issue in the meeting.

The issue

7.

It’s a pity you didn’t come with us to London.

I wish

8.

“Where did you put my books?”, Mary asked me.

Mary asked me

9.

Susan started playing the piano when she was 6.

Susan has

10.

It’s a good idea for you to study this subject.

You

11.

My sister lives in Rome. She’s studying a degree in art there.

My sister lives

12.

Write the correct question for the underlined words:

Mike sold his house because he moved to New York.

PART III. WRITING

Write ONE of these two compositions (3 POINTS). If you write two, no points will be given to the second one. Your composition must have at least 125 words.

OPTION 1: You have to choose your studies depending on what you like. Give your opinion.

PART III. WRITING

Write ONE of these two compositions (3 POINTS). If you write two, no points will be given to the second one. Your composition must have at least 125 words.

OPTION 2: The advantages and disadvantages of living in a flat in the centre instead of in a house in the suburbs.