Examen resuelto de Inglés — Ordinaria 2023
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)
El alumno responde bloque A o bloque B.
GRUPO A — 'It was giving me a hug'
a) Although the Canadian diver had seen octopuses before, she had never seen one so quickly and clearly.
b) The octopus changed its colour during the meeting with Humphreys because it was frightened.
c) Humphreys thinks it is unlikely that she will see the octopus again.
GRUPO B — Viral TikTok challenges putting aspiring dancers 'at risk of injury'
a) Actor Kevin Bacon and his wife failed to do the trending TikTok dance "Footloose Drop".
b) During the pandemic a large number of people got hurt dancing to a song on Tik Tok.
c) TikTok is valued as a social media platform that celebrates diversity and tries to get everyone involved.
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)
GRUPO A — Octopus
a) What in particular attracted the attention of the giant octopus?
b) What causes the death of female octopuses?
c) What does Humphreys take with her on her visits to schools?
GRUPO B — TikTok
a) What are some potential consequences of practising any physical activity without professional supervision?
b) How did Kyra Sedgwick appear in a photo on a popular social media platform?
c) What movements does the WAP dance challenge contain?
3. FIND a word or expression in the text that means... (1 point)
GRUPO A — Octopus
a) emphasized (lines 1-7)
b) in a delicate way (lines 8-16)
c) relating to the sea (lines 17-27)
d) reserves (lines 17-27)
GRUPO B — TikTok
a) most important (lines 1-9)
b) whereas (lines 1-9)
c) recognition (lines 20-30)
d) look or appear (lines 20-30)
4. READ this conversation and COMPLETE your part. Write the numbers (1-6) and complete each sentence on your exam paper. (1.5 points)
El alumno elige conversación del GRUPO A o del GRUPO B.
GRUPO A — Booking a flight for the final match of the Champions League
You: Good morning. (1) ______ a flight for the final match of the Champions League?
Travel Agent: Sure. Which city do you want to fly to?
You: To Istanbul.
Travel Agent: And when would you like to travel?
You: (2) ______
Travel Agent: OK. Let's see. There is a flight to Istanbul on 11th June at 17.00.
You: But the final match of the Champions League takes place on the 10th! (3) ______?
Travel Agent: Well, the only available flight before that date is at 6.30 am on Friday the 9th.
You: That's very early, but it's worth it. (4) And ______?
Travel Agent: That's €450 for a return ticket in economy class (return at 24.00h).
You: Wow, that's very expensive! (5) ______?
Travel Agent: I'm afraid not. Would you like me to book a ticket?
You: OK, but (6) ______
Travel Agent: No problem. Two tickets, then.
You: Thanks a lot.
GRUPO B — Preparing a party
Your friend: I'm having a party at my house this weekend. Do you want to come?
You: Sure, I'd love to. (1) ______?
Your friend: Anything you want.
You: (2) ______
Your friend: That's a good idea, everybody loves dancing. But we also need some food and something to drink.
You: (3) ______
Your friend: But preparing that takes a long time. And it's expensive, too.
You: (4) ______. I am sure it will be a surprise for everyone.
Your friend: Are you coming with someone else?
You: Can I? In that case, (5) ______
Your friend: OK. I'll see you there.
You: But (6) ______?
Your friend: Oh, sorry! I forgot to tell you, it's on Saturday at 8.00 pm.
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)
El alumno elige el GRUPO A completo o el GRUPO B completo.
GRUPO A
a) Your friend wants you to look after her dog while she is on holiday. Refuse politely.
b) Your teacher comments that going to see Avatar: The Way of Water is a waste of money. Reply.
c) You like your cousin's gym bag. Ask about it.
GRUPO B
a) Your mother gave you enough money to buy the groceries but you did not bring everything she told you to buy. Explain why.
b) A friend of yours is not sure if he can go with you to the movies this Saturday. Encourage him to go.
c) Your grandfather is in the emergency room of the hospital and nobody is helping him. Complain.
6. WRITE a composition of about 120-150 words on the following topic (3 points):
Mismo bloque que para preguntas 1, 2 y 3.
GRUPO A: Write an email to Ms Humphreys telling her your opinion about her experience and work.
GRUPO B: What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social networks?
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