Examen de Inglés PAU Galicia 2025 · Extraordinaria

1.1. Indicate whether the following statements are True, False or the information is Not Given in the text (T/F/NG). In true and false cases, copy the part of the text which justifies your answer. [1.5 points]

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1.2. Find a synonym for each of the following words. [1 point; 0.20 each]

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2. Answer both subsections in this question. (2.5 points)

2.1. Write a NEW sentence that has the same meaning as the given one(s). Use the word or expression in brackets. [1.5 points; 0.25 each]

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"Let's have a party on Friday", Pattie said to me. (suggested)

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Is it all right for me to leave work half an hour early today? (mind)

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Tourism will increase in the next few years. Some cities will become much more expensive. (not only)

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I'm sure that Peter is at home because the phone is engaged. (must)

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"I will definitely try to do more for the sake of all those who are suffering!" (she promised)

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Henry finds it strange to eat snails. (not used)

2. Answer both subsections in this question. (2.5 points)

2.2. Answer the following questions about pronunciation. [1 point]

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Which of the following words includes the same vowel sounds as in “clear” ? heard, pear, hair, disappear.

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In which word is the ending “-es” pronounced the same as in “changes” ? centres, introduces, assembles, fakes.

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In which two words is the vowel "i" pronounced differently from the sound in “tip” ? video, win, sit, vital, rich, alive, still, ship.

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Which pair of words does not rhyme? ball – tall, dawn – lawn, talk – walk, warm – arm.

3. In this text, fill in the gaps with the most suitable option from the four options given for each gap. [2.5 points]

Alex: Hey Mia, have you heard about the 1.

concerts happening in London next summer? The line-up looks amazing!

Mia: Yeah, I’ve seen some of the announcements! I’m really excited. There are so many great artists 2.

. Have you decided which ones you want to go to?

Alex: Definitely! I’m planning to see The 1975 at Wembley. I’ve been waiting to see them play 3.

. What about you?

Mia: Oh, that sounds awesome! I’m hoping to get tickets for Coldplay. They’re doing a few shows at the O2 Arena, and I’ve never seen them before. It’s 4.

to be an incredible experience.

Alex: Yeah, I heard their shows are amazing, especially with all the lights and special effects. You 5.

definitely go! Do you think it’ll be hard to get tickets, though?

Mia: Probably. Coldplay tickets always sell out really fast. I’ll have to be online the moment they go on sale. But it’s 6.

it! I might also check out some of the smaller gigs, like indie bands or local artists.

Alex: That’s a good idea. London’s full of smaller 7.

with great music. Sometimes those concerts are even better because they feel more intimate, you know? You can be so close to the stage.

Mia: Exactly! And the tickets are usually more 8.

. Plus, it’s fun to discover new artists before they get really famous. Do you know if any festivals are happening next summer? I’d love to go to one.

Alex: I think Glastonbury is on again, but I haven’t checked the full line-up 9.

. There’s also BST Hyde Park. They usually have a mix of big-name artists and up-and-coming ones. It could be a fun day out.

Mia: Oh yeah. I went to BST Hyde Park last year, and it was such a great vibe!

Alex: That sounds perfect. Let’s keep an eye on the ticket sales and make sure we don’t 10.

. Next summer is going to be epic!

4.1. Write an opinion article about this topic: Is graffiti an art form or is it vandalism? (120 words) [2.5 points]

4.2. Write a letter to a landlord inquiring about a flat that s/he has for rent for next year, when you will be at university. (120 words) [2.5 points]