Problema 3 · Inglés PAU Murcia Ordinaria 2023

SECTION II: OVERALL LANGUAGE ABILITY (USE OF ENGLISH) (3 marks)

3. 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 0.1 marks = 1.5 marks]

Experts define procrastination as a self-defeating behavior pattern marked by short-term benefits and long-term costs. Many of us know it (1) [ ] putting off things that we need to get done, (2) [ ] matter the level of difficulty behind the task. We (3) [ ] procrastinate from time to time. (4) [ ], when we develop a habit of putting off necessary actions, (5) [ ] when we face negative consequences, procrastination (6) [ ] affect our well-being. According to a survey, 20-25% of adults worldwide are chronic procrastinators. The issue can be linked to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, (7) [ ] poor study habits. Procrastination is connected to negative functioning and risks to mental health. People (8) [ ] procrastinate tend to have high levels of anxiety (9) [ ] poor impulse control. Procrastination is also linked to physical illness. Procrastinators experience (10) [ ] stress and tend to delay treatments, which can create a cycle of poor health (11) [ ] just putting things off.

So, why (12) [ ] we procrastinate? One reason: Feeling bored. It (13) [ ] sense that if you perceive an activity as boring or unpleasant, you're far more likely to put it off (14) [ ] later. (15) [ ] reason: you lack faith in your abilities.

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