Examen de Inglés PAU Galicia 2026 · Ordinaria (2ª lengua extranjera)

1.1. After reading the text, indicate whether the following statements are True (T), False (F) or the information is Not Given (NG). In true and false cases only, copy the part of the text which justifies your answer.

[1.5 points]

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1.2. Find a synonym (S) or an antonym (A) in the text for each of the following words. [1 point]

1. probable (S):

2. ignorance (A):

3. take part in (S):

4. apparently (S):

5. decreases (verb; A):

2. Answer the two subsections in this question. (2.5 points)

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

1.

They forced him to sign the contract. ( he)

2.

I'm sure she isn't telling the truth. ( can't)

3.

He's said to have written ten novels. ( say)

4.

We use this room only on special occasions. ( is)

5.

She sings better than her sister. ( well)

6.

"Remember to lock the door", Mum said to me. ( I)

2. Answer the two subsections in this question. (2.5 points)

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

1.

Which of the following pairs of words are pronounced the same?

2.

In which of the following words does the stress fall on the third syllable?

3.

In which two words is/are the underlined letter/s pronounced as in "ki ds "? (Select two)

4.

In which word do we pronounce the letter "c" as in " c ool"?

3. In this text, fill each one of the gaps with a word taken from the box below. Bear in mind that there are five extra words which you must leave out. Each word may be used only once. [2 points]

connected · remote · for · who · although

at · when · travelling · most · always

degrees · will · nearby · has · almost

still · digital · devices · careers · ago

chance · to · lonely · freedom · growing

A few decades 1., working life was simple: 2. people went to the same office every day, stayed there from 9 3. 5, and had to live near their job. But today, technology 4. changed everything. A growing number of young professionals are becoming 5. nomads — people who work remotely while 6. to different countries. Thanks to laptops, mobile 7., and Wi-Fi, it's now possible to work from anywhere. Many of these nomads choose 8. like graphic design, writing, marketing, or teaching online. They enjoy the 9. and flexibility of deciding 10. and where to work.

However, this lifestyle isn't 11. easy. You need to be very self-disciplined to manage your time well without a boss 12.. It can also be difficult to find good internet in some places, and staying 13. with family or friends can be a challenge. Some people may also feel 14. after being on the road for too long.

15., the number of nomads keeps 16.. Some countries now offer special 17. work visas to attract them. 18. many young people, this is a 19. to explore the world while building a career 20. the same time.

4. Answer ONE of the following subsections. [3 points]

4.1. Imagine you work for an online magazine. Write an article discussing whether technology improves or damages human relationships, and explore how digital tools affect personal connections, family life, and friendships. (140 words)

4.2. Imagine you must give a speech at the end of the academic year dealing with the following topic: Can money really buy happiness? Write your speech exploring whether material wealth leads to a better life or if other values are more important. (140 words)