Ejercicio 4.1 · Inglés PAU Galicia Extraordinaria 2026

4.1. Write an article for the school e-magazine reflecting on whether the education system gives students the knowledge and skills they need for adulthood. (140 words)

Solución: Sample answer: Does School Really Prepare Us for the Real World? Every day, students spend hours memorising mathematical formulas, historical dates, and scientific facts. While academic knowledge is undoubtedly valuable, many young people wonder whether the education system truly equips us with the practical skills required for adulthood. On the one hand, schools foster discipline, intellectual growth, and teamwork. We learn to meet deadlines, communicate our ideas, and think critically. On the other hand, crucial real-life skills are often overlooked. Very few students leave school knowing how to manage personal finances, file taxes, or handle stress and mental health challenges. Moreover, practical competencies such as career planning and digital literacy in emerging fields like AI are rarely taught systematically. In conclusion, education should strike a balance between academic theory and practical life skills. Only then will school truly prepare students to become autonomous, capable adults.