Examen de Inglés PAU La Rioja 2022 · Ordinaria

1A. Choose the correct answer a, b or c. (3 points, 0.5 each)

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2A. Answer these questions in no more than 5 words. (1 point, 0.25 each)

a.

What institution organized the first competitive race in France?

b.

Where did the drivers meet to start the 1903 race?

c.

Who was the first victim of the race?

d.

What average speed did the 1903 winner reach?

3A. Find a word in the text for each of these definitions. (1 point, 0.25 each)

a.

dreadful, disastrous, fatal.

b.

to greet with pleasure or courtesy those who have just arrived.

c.

matter in fine, powdery, dry particles.

d.

one who repairs machinery or cars.

1B. Choose the correct answer a, b or c. (3 points, 0.5 each)

2B. Answer these questions in no more than 5 words. (1 point, 0.25 each)

a.

What kind of experiences does TV enable young people to share with others?

b.

What kind of programs can lead young people to music and art?

c.

What are the likely consequences of not seeing people different from themselves in TV?

d.

How many episodes of a program must parents watch before deciding if a program is good for their children?

3B. Find a word in the text for each of these definitions. (1 point, 0.25 each)

a.

the state or condition of the atmosphere with respect to wind, temperature, moisture, etc.

b.

the process whereby young individuals learn the norms, values, behaviour, and social skills of the society they belong to.

c.

the method used or the steps taken in setting about a task.

d.

people in the same class at a school or college.

PART 2- USE OF ENGLISH (2 POINTS)

4. CHOOSE FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS AND REPHRASE THEM SO THAT THEIR MEANING IS AS SIMILAR TO THE ORIGINAL AS POSSIBLE. (0.5 EACH).

a.

I enjoy going to the disco, but my husband doesn't

Whereas

b.

It wasn't necessary for her to wash the dishes.

She needn't

c.

Nobody could discover the secret entrance.

The secret

d.

I'd like Joan to be here.

I wish

e.

"Did they enjoy the party?" he asked.

He asked if

f.

Apartments in this area are cheaper than in the rest of the city.

Apartments in this area are not

g.

They gave Mark another opportunity.

Mark

h.

They say that scientists have found a cure for covid-19.

It

PART 3- WRITING (3 POINTS)

5. CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TOPICS AND WRITE A 150 WORD LONG TEXT.

A) (FOR AND AGAINST ESSAY) Write about the advantages and disadvantages the use of private cars in urban areas presents. You can mention, among other things, pollution and traffic problems. You can also compare private and public means of transport.

Write an essay of approximately 150 words.

PART 3- WRITING (3 POINTS)

5. CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TOPICS AND WRITE A 150 WORD LONG TEXT.

B) (OPINION ESSAY) Is TV watching important for you? Are you a fan of other social media like Instagram or Twitter, etc.? Write about the social media you use most and about the way you do it.

Write an essay of approximately 150 words.