GRUPO A — Reading text: "Rafael Nadal's body may be getting weaker, but his desire is not" (Fragment adapted from The Guardian, January 2.022)

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) The famous Spanish player was not able to play for some time due to an injury.
b) Nadal's closest rivals made no comments on him winning his second Australian Open.
c) Nadal's modesty helps him cope with the ups and downs of his sport.

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) How did Nadal describe his first important victory as a teenager?
b) How will Nadal face the French Open after his win in Australia?
c) What prevented Djokovic from playing in the Australian Open?

3. FIND a word or expression in the text that means... (1 point)

a) the opposite of ordinary (lines 1-11)
b) defeated (lines 12-20)
c) in addition to (lines 21-28)
d) proof (lines 21-28)

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

Going on an excursion

Your friend: Did you bring the sandwiches?
You: Me?! No, (1) _______
Your friend: Yes, I did. I said I would get the drinks. We need some food.
You: I know, but I did bring some crisps and sweets. (2) _______
Your friend: Crisps and sweets?! Are you mad?! We'll be stopping to drink all the time.
You: (3) _______?
Your friend: We can get something at a petrol station.
You: (4) _______
Your friend: I know, I know, but today we don't have too many options, do we?
You: OK, (5) _______
Your friend: Look on Google maps!
You: (6) _______
Your friend: Let's go then.

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) "You promised me you were going to tidy up your room," your mum complains. Apologise.
b) You bought a ticket for a party that was cancelled, but you still haven't got your money back. Complain to the organisers.
c) You have been studying at your friend's house and his mum invites you stay for dinner. Refuse politely.

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

Athletes like Rafa Nadal can be an inspiration for young people. Give your opinion.

GRUPO B — Reading text: "Squid Game's creator: 'I'm not that rich. It's not like Netflix paid me a bonus'" (Fragment adapted from The Guardian, October 2.021)

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) In Squid Game, players participate for fun and enjoyment.
b) Netflix has shared the immense profits from the series with Hwang.
c) All the episodes of Squid Game were written before filming started.

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 was the price the Squid Game creator had to pay for making Netflix's most successful show?
b) Where did Hwang find comfort during bad times?
c) What is the reason why Hwang might make a second season of Squid Game?

3. FIND a word or expression in the text that means ... (1 point)

a) objective (lines 1-8)
b) country of origin (lines 9-19)
c) take part in (lines 9-19)
d) relating to money rather than emotions or the spiritual (lines 20-26)

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

Arriving home from the hairdresser's ...

Your mum: What have you done to your hair?!!
You: (1) _______. Why?
Your mum: Why? Because it's awful.
You: Well, thank you very much. (2) _______
Your mum: Look at it. It's too long at the back and too short at the sides. It doesn't suit you.
You: That's not what my friends say. (3) _______. Anyway, I never criticise the way your hair looks, do I?
Your mum: Of course not because my hair is always perfectly normal.
You: Normal? (4) _______?
Your mum: Obviously, normal is normal! That's crystal clear. Go straight back to the hairdresser now and ask them to cut off all that hair at the back.
You: I'm afraid not, Mum. (5) _______
Your mum: But you can't go to school like that, and your father will go mad when he sees you.
You: Dad is much more modern than you. (6) _______
Your mum: And your teacher won't let you in the classroom with that haircut!

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) Your classmate comments that he's nervous about the English test tomorrow. Calm him down.
b) Your older cousin argues that rock music is better than rap. Say what you think.
c) "How are you doing in school this term?" your aunt asks. Tell her about your recent improvements.

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

What are the advantages and disadvantages of watching streamed TV series?