Examen de Inglés PAU Murcia 2025 · Ordinaria

The Future of Travel

Travel has always been an essential aspect of people's lives. It allows us to explore new locations, meet new people, and learn about different cultures. Exploring other places of the world will enable people to broaden their viewpoints and comprehend how others live.

Previously, travel was arduous and slow. In the past, people used horses, carriages, and simple boats, which made travelling slow and tiring. However, today, modern technology makes travel easier and faster. Airplanes, fast trains, and sound road systems have changed how we move from one place to another. However, while travelling has become more convenient, the future of travel will bring even more revolutionary changes. The way people explore the world is evolving, and in the coming years, travel will look very different from what we know today.

One of the most significant changes in the future will be the use of advanced transportation. Engineers and scientists are constantly working to improve the efficiency and speed of transport. For example, high-speed trains are becoming more popular in many countries. These trains will be faster and more comfortable, allowing people to travel between cities in just a few hours. They are also a better environmental option than airplanes for short trips.

In the same way, more people are interested in electric and self-driving cars. These cars will make road trips safer and help reduce pollution because they do not use regular fuel. As technology improves, more countries will use modern road systems to improve traffic and keep travellers safe. Air travel is also changing rapidly. Many companies are developing aeroplanes that produce less pollution, helping to protect the environment. Some airlines are already testing biofuels and electric planes to reduce carbon emissions. At the same time, scientists are working on space tourism, which could become a reality in the next few decades. In the future, ordinary people might have the opportunity to travel beyond the Earth's atmosphere and see the planet from space. While this may sound like science fiction, several companies are already developing spacecraft designed for commercial passengers.

Technology will also improve travel. Virtual reality is now a tool that helps people see places before they visit. This technology will improve in the future, letting travellers explore cities, museums, and nature from home before choosing where to go. Artificial intelligence will help travellers by giving quick translations, better maps, and suggestions for hotels, restaurants, and activities. It will make travel easier by improving navigation and offering personalised recommendations for places to stay, eat, and have fun.

Another significant change in travel will be sustainability. More people are becoming aware of how travel affects the environment. Aeroplanes, cars, and cruise ships contribute to pollution, and mass tourism can damage natural landscapes. In response, more travellers will choose eco-friendly options, such as staying in green hotels, using bicycles, and taking trains instead of planes when possible. Hotels and travel companies are also working to reduce their environmental impact by using solar energy, recycling water, and eliminating plastic waste.

One thing about travel will never change, even with all these exciting changes: the joy of discovery. People will continue to visit new places, learn about different cultures, and create unforgettable memories. While future travel will have better technology, more choices, and new experiences, the feeling of adventure will always remain.

Task 1

Read the text and, for items 1.1 and 1.2, choose the best option (A, B, or C). Then, decide whether statements 1.3 and 1.4 are true or false and write the text fragment which confirms your answer. [Score: 4 items x 4 marks = 16 marks]

1.1.

In the future, travel will change because

1.2.

What is one possible effect of artificial intelligence on travel?

1.3.

In the future, ordinary people may have the chance to travel into space.

TRUE

FALSE

1.4.

High-speed trains are a worse option than airplanes for short-distance trips.

TRUE

FALSE

The Future of Travel

Travel has always been an essential aspect of people's lives. It allows us to explore new locations, meet new people, and learn about different cultures. Exploring other places of the world will enable people to broaden their viewpoints and comprehend how others live.

Previously, travel was arduous and slow. In the past, people used horses, carriages, and simple boats, which made travelling slow and tiring. However, today, modern technology makes travel easier and faster. Airplanes, fast trains, and sound road systems have changed how we move from one place to another. However, while travelling has become more convenient, the future of travel will bring even more revolutionary changes. The way people explore the world is evolving, and in the coming years, travel will look very different from what we know today.

One of the most significant changes in the future will be the use of advanced transportation. Engineers and scientists are constantly working to improve the efficiency and speed of transport. For example, high-speed trains are becoming more popular in many countries. These trains will be faster and more comfortable, allowing people to travel between cities in just a few hours. They are also a better environmental option than airplanes for short trips.

In the same way, more people are interested in electric and self-driving cars. These cars will make road trips safer and help reduce pollution because they do not use regular fuel. As technology improves, more countries will use modern road systems to improve traffic and keep travellers safe. Air travel is also changing rapidly. Many companies are developing aeroplanes that produce less pollution, helping to protect the environment. Some airlines are already testing biofuels and electric planes to reduce carbon emissions. At the same time, scientists are working on space tourism, which could become a reality in the next few decades. In the future, ordinary people might have the opportunity to travel beyond the Earth's atmosphere and see the planet from space. While this may sound like science fiction, several companies are already developing spacecraft designed for commercial passengers.

Technology will also improve travel. Virtual reality is now a tool that helps people see places before they visit. This technology will improve in the future, letting travellers explore cities, museums, and nature from home before choosing where to go. Artificial intelligence will help travellers by giving quick translations, better maps, and suggestions for hotels, restaurants, and activities. It will make travel easier by improving navigation and offering personalised recommendations for places to stay, eat, and have fun.

Another significant change in travel will be sustainability. More people are becoming aware of how travel affects the environment. Aeroplanes, cars, and cruise ships contribute to pollution, and mass tourism can damage natural landscapes. In response, more travellers will choose eco-friendly options, such as staying in green hotels, using bicycles, and taking trains instead of planes when possible. Hotels and travel companies are also working to reduce their environmental impact by using solar energy, recycling water, and eliminating plastic waste.

One thing about travel will never change, even with all these exciting changes: the joy of discovery. People will continue to visit new places, learn about different cultures, and create unforgettable memories. While future travel will have better technology, more choices, and new experiences, the feeling of adventure will always remain.

Task 2

Complete each sentence with information from the text but using your own words ( about 10-15 words of your own per sentence). DO NOT COPY LITERALLY from the text nor from the items in Task 1 (1.1-1.4). Write the two sentences on your answer sheet. [Score: 2 items x 5 marks = 10 marks]

2.1.

2.2.

The Future of Travel

Travel has always been an essential aspect of people's lives. It allows us to explore new locations, meet new people, and learn about different cultures. Exploring other places of the world will enable people to broaden their viewpoints and comprehend how others live.

Previously, travel was arduous and slow. In the past, people used horses, carriages, and simple boats, which made travelling slow and tiring. However, today, modern technology makes travel easier and faster. Airplanes, fast trains, and sound road systems have changed how we move from one place to another. However, while travelling has become more convenient, the future of travel will bring even more revolutionary changes. The way people explore the world is evolving, and in the coming years, travel will look very different from what we know today.

One of the most significant changes in the future will be the use of advanced transportation. Engineers and scientists are constantly working to improve the efficiency and speed of transport. For example, high-speed trains are becoming more popular in many countries. These trains will be faster and more comfortable, allowing people to travel between cities in just a few hours. They are also a better environmental option than airplanes for short trips.

In the same way, more people are interested in electric and self-driving cars. These cars will make road trips safer and help reduce pollution because they do not use regular fuel. As technology improves, more countries will use modern road systems to improve traffic and keep travellers safe. Air travel is also changing rapidly. Many companies are developing aeroplanes that produce less pollution, helping to protect the environment. Some airlines are already testing biofuels and electric planes to reduce carbon emissions. At the same time, scientists are working on space tourism, which could become a reality in the next few decades. In the future, ordinary people might have the opportunity to travel beyond the Earth's atmosphere and see the planet from space. While this may sound like science fiction, several companies are already developing spacecraft designed for commercial passengers.

Technology will also improve travel. Virtual reality is now a tool that helps people see places before they visit. This technology will improve in the future, letting travellers explore cities, museums, and nature from home before choosing where to go. Artificial intelligence will help travellers by giving quick translations, better maps, and suggestions for hotels, restaurants, and activities. It will make travel easier by improving navigation and offering personalised recommendations for places to stay, eat, and have fun.

Another significant change in travel will be sustainability. More people are becoming aware of how travel affects the environment. Aeroplanes, cars, and cruise ships contribute to pollution, and mass tourism can damage natural landscapes. In response, more travellers will choose eco-friendly options, such as staying in green hotels, using bicycles, and taking trains instead of planes when possible. Hotels and travel companies are also working to reduce their environmental impact by using solar energy, recycling water, and eliminating plastic waste.

One thing about travel will never change, even with all these exciting changes: the joy of discovery. People will continue to visit new places, learn about different cultures, and create unforgettable memories. While future travel will have better technology, more choices, and new experiences, the feeling of adventure will always remain.

Task 3

Find in the text words that match definitions 3.1 to 3.4 below. Copy the words from the text onto your answer sheet. [Score: 4 items x 1 mark = 4 marks]

3.1.

Definition: To make something better or more effective.

(Buscar en párrafo 5º, empieza por “Technology...”)

3.2.

Definition: Harmful substances in the air, water or land that damage the environment.

(Buscar en párrafo 6º, empieza por “Another...”)

3.3.

Definition: Something that exists on a computer or the Internet but not in real life.

(Buscar en párrafo 5º, empieza por “Technology...”)

3.4.

Definition: A large area of natural scenery, such as mountains, forests, or countryside.

(Buscar en párrafo 6º, empieza por “Another...”)

SECTION II: OVERALL LANGUAGE ABILITY (USE OF ENGLISH) (30 marks)

Task 4. Complete the text choosing the best option (A, B, or C) for each gap (1-15). On your answer sheet, draw a table like the one below and, for each gap (1-15), copy the letter that corresponds to your answer (A, B, or C). Use CAPITAL LETTERS. [Score: 15 items x 1 mark = 15 marks ]

As online gaming grows worldwide, young people are wondering (1) ______ it will change in the future. For (2) ______ teenagers, video games are an important part of their daily lives, (3) ______ them to relax, socialize, and develop problem-solving skills. According to recent studies, approximately 70% of young people aged 15 to 19 play video games regularly, with 20% spending more than three hours (4) ______ gaming every day. With new technology developing quickly, it is important to understand (5) ______ gaming is evolving and what new trends players (6) ______ expect in the near future.

Why is online gaming (7) ______ so quickly? Experts say that better Internet connections and faster computers are making online games more advanced. Virtual reality is one of the (8) ______ biggest developments, allowing players to experience games in a completely immersive way. However, (9) ______ real innovation is artificial intelligence, which is improving the way games react to players' choices. Game developers (10) ______ to create more personalized experiences, making each game different depending on how players interact with it.

“What will gaming look like in the next few years?” (11) ______ technology is advancing, experts predict that games will become even more interactive. Cloud gaming services (12) ______ allow players to enjoy high-quality games without needing expensive consoles or computers. Some believe that artificial intelligence will become the (13) ______ major revolution in gaming, as it will make characters and stories more realistic. “Many features in modern games are already influenced by AI,” a game developer said. “In the future, games will adapt to how (14) ______ play, creating unique experiences for everyone.”

Many young people also wonder if gaming will become more social. Some believe that virtual reality and multiplayer games will bring (15) ______ even closer, making it easier to meet new people and collaborate in online worlds.

.

Task 5. Complete THREE of the following sentences so that each sentence keeps the meaning of the sentence printed before it and includes a clear change of linguistic structure. COPY THE COMPLETE SENTENCES (including the beginnings already given to you) onto your answer sheet. [Score: 3 items x 5 marks = 15 marks]

1.

They will deliver the package tomorrow morning.

The package

tomorrow morning.

2.

“Did you finish reading the book?” my friend asked me.

My friend wanted to know

reading the book.

3.

I was late for school because I missed the bus.

If I

, I wouldn’t have been late for school.

4.

I regret not studying harder for the exam.

I wish

harder for the exam.

5.

This city is not as crowded as the one we visited last summer.

The city we visited last summer

than this one.

SECTION III: WRITING (40 marks)

Task 6. Choose ONE of the two options below (a or b) and write the corresponding text (150-175 words). Write your answer on your answer sheet. [Score: 1 item x 40 marks = 40 marks]

a)

For-and-against writing. The impact of social media on friendships.

WRITE A FOR-AND-AGAINST TEXT. Discuss whether social media strengthens or weakens friendships. Make sure to include arguments in favor and against this statement and provide a balanced discussion.

SECTION III: WRITING (40 marks)

Task 6. Choose ONE of the two options below (a or b) and write the corresponding text (150-175 words). Write your answer on your answer sheet. [Score: 1 item x 40 marks = 40 marks]

b)

Formal email writing. Applying for a volunteer program abroad.

WRITE A FORMAL EMAIL BASED ON THE FOLLOWING SITUATION:

You have always wanted to travel and help people in need. You recently found a volunteer program abroad that focuses on teaching English to children in another country. Write a formal email to the program coordinator to apply for the opportunity. In your email, be sure to a) introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the program; b) describe any experience you have working with children or teaching; c) highlight personal qualities that make you a good candidate (e.g., patience, adaptability, teamwork); and d) politely ask about program details (such as accommodation, duration, and costs) and express your excitement for the opportunity.