Ejercicio Text B - Task 1 · Inglés PAU Murcia Ordinaria 2022

TEXT B

Simple lives

When people hear “simplify your life“, they may think it means moving into a home in the woods and living off the land. But that is not necessarily a simpler life—and it may not be for everyone. Instead, choose things that can keep you in the modern world, but still make life easier.

Get a basic cell phone. It would be nice to say that a cell phone is not necessary at all but pay phones have disappeared and, if you need to call someone in an emergency, you will need a cell phone. Instead of getting a smartphone with data and texting, opt for a basic cell phone that only makes and receives calls.

Get rid of credit cards. Credit cards allow people to buy things they otherwise could not afford and pay for them over time. But they may also become a burden that drags many people down each month. Instead of using credit cards, buy only what you can afford. Stick to that plan and the fear of not being able to pay the bills will quickly disappear.

Declutter the home. A search around the home will find many things that are not needed or no longer used, so get rid of them! It is even possible to make some money selling these things that can be used to help in other areas, such as paying off credit card debt!

Eliminate unnecessary monthly expenses. Many people pay for gym memberships, mobile internet service, and many other monthly services they barely use. They often put the monthly payments on their credit card, so they do not even realize how much they are spending and not using. There are ways to get these same things without paying for them. For example, gym memberships can be replaced with exercising at a local park or walking around the neighborhood. If you need internet service away from home, look for Wi-Fi hot spots. They are found at many restaurants, hotels, and coffee shops.

Track your time. Pay attention to how much time you are spending doing things. Look for ways to cut down on time you think is being wasted on unnecessary things. Time and money are two of the most valuable resources people have. When life gets simpler, the amount of these two things that a person has available will rise. That is the benefit of a simpler life in today’s world.

1. Read the text and choose the best option (A, B, or C) for items 1.1 to 1.4. [Score: 4 items x 0.5 = 2]

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In the first paragraph, the author suggests that …

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According to the text, credit cards …

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The author says that one way of cutting down on your monthly expenses is …

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In the final paragraph, the author …