GRUPO A — Reading text: "Why do we think cats are unfriendly?" (Fragment adapted from BBC Future, May 2.020)

1. Say whether the following sentences are TRUE or FALSE according to the text. COPY the evidence from the text. No marks will be given without the evidence. (1.5 points)

a) Dogs have a clear way of showing humans that they are happy or scared.
b) People interpret cats' autonomy in similar ways.
c) Ten thousand years ago, cats were useful to humans because they helped to stop dogs from eating food that was meant for humans.

2. ANSWER the questions below. COPY no more than 10 words and/or a number from the text to answer each question. (1.5 points)

a) What is the reason why humans generally don't bond with cats in the same way as they do with dogs?
b) What do domestic and wild cats have in common?
c) Which part of a kitten's life determines whether it will get on well with humans?

3. WRITE a synonym (=), an opposite (≠), a definition or a sentence for each of the following words to show that you understand their meaning in the text. Use your own words. (1 point)

a) to signal (line 6)
b) reliable (line 7)
c) clue (line 14)
d) solitary (line 23)

4. READ this conversation and COMPLETE your part. Write the numbers (1-6) and complete each sentence on your exam paper. (1.5 points)

You have been for a picnic in the countryside with your friends

Your friend: Oh, just leave that bag of rubbish there.
You: No! (1) _______
Your friend: But it's too heavy to carry it back!
You: Well, (2) _______
Your friend: But it really doesn't matter. No-one will see it if we put it behind that rock.
You: (3) _______
Your friend: All rubbish breaks down eventually.
You: (4) _______
Your friend: So how about if we just take the plastic and leave the rest then?
You: (5) _______
Your friend: Oh, alright then. Let's carry it between us.
You: Great! (6) _______

5. Read the following situations and WRITE what you would say in each one to show that you understand the context of the situation. Write between 10 and 25 words. (1.5 points)

a) There is a new student in your class who doesn't know anyone. Invite him to join your study group.
b) You borrowed your brother's PlayStation and now it doesn't work. Explain what happened.
c) You took ages choosing what to wear and now your whole family is late for dinner at your aunt's house. Apologise to your aunt.

6. WRITE a composition of about 120-150 words on the following topic (3 points):

What are the advantages and disadvantages of keeping pets?

GRUPO B — Reading text: "Is Binge Watching TV Good Or Bad For You?" (Fragment adapted from Science ABC, October 2.020)

1. Say whether the following sentences are TRUE or FALSE according to the text. COPY the evidence from the text. No marks will be given without the evidence. (1.5 points)

a) Bingeing TV causes an effect on the brain similar to other addictions.
b) There is no scientific evidence that connects binge-watching to weight gain.
c) Streaming services have been urged to alert viewers about the amount of binge-watching they are doing.

2. ANSWER the questions below. COPY no more than 10 words and/or a number from the text to answer each question. (1.5 points)

a) What does the writer ask herself about binge-watching?
b) How does binge-watching affect our sleep?
c) What is one of the health benefits of binge-watching?

3. WRITE a synonym (=), an opposite (≠), a definition or a sentence for each of the following words to show that you understand their meaning in the text. Use your own words. (1 point)

a) to perform (line 1)
b) endless (line 4)
c) occasionally (line 17)
d) key (line 22)

4. READ this conversation and COMPLETE your part. Write the numbers (1-6) and complete each sentence on your exam paper. (1.5 points)

Chatting in the street with a schoolmate after class

You: I love those trainers you're wearing today.
Classmate: Thank you. They are brand new.
You: (1) _______?
Classmate: I bought them online.
You: Really? (2) _______
Classmate: Why? Shopping online is cool.
You: I hate waiting for something I've ordered to arrive. It usually takes longer than it should. (3) _______?
Classmate: Just a couple of weeks.
You: (4) _______
Classmate: You're really impatient.
You: I know. And (5) _______?
Classmate: I got them for thirty.
You: Ooh, that's really cheap! They are far more expensive in the shops. (6) _______
Classmate: But not in the same colour as mine, please.

5. Read the following situations and WRITE what you would say in each one to show that you understand the context of the situation. Write between 10 and 25 words. (1.5 points)

a) "How did you celebrate your birthday?" your classmate asks you. Reply.
b) You see a classmate dropping rubbish on the floor during break. Complain to her about it.
c) Your father comments that the last energy bill is too high. Suggest how to save money and energy.

6. WRITE a composition of about 120-150 words on the following topic (3 points):

Is it better to watch films at home or at the cinema? Give your opinion.