Option 1. Written comprehension. Text: 'Is second-hand shopping truly sustainable?' (Adapted from The Oxford Student, January 2.024). Question 1 [2 points]. Indicate clearly by writing the words TRUE or FALSE whether the following statements are true or false according to the text and write down the sentence or the part of the text that you consider justifies your answer. The evidence must make sense and be grammatically and lexically coherent. No points will be given if the evidence is not correct or if the handwriting is not sufficiently clear. A. Most clothes donated to charity shops are sold in the same country where they were donated. B. Wearing jeans more times can decrease their environmental impact. C. The growing popularity of second-hand clothing is mostly due to older generations. D. The second-hand market exists only in physical stores.

Question 2 [2 points]. Choose and answer only TWO of the following questions in your own words according to the text. A. What are some benefits of buying second-hand clothing mentioned in the text? (Give at least two examples). B. What happens to most donated clothes that are not sold locally, and why do some countries struggle with the clothing they receive? C. How are IKEA and some fashion brands encouraging second-hand shopping, and what is one possible negative consequence of this trend?

Question 3 [1.5 points]. Find in the text a word or phrase that corresponds to the meaning, definition, or opposite of the following. A. A synonym for 'unique' (paragraph 1). B. A word that means 'to give clothes or other items to a charity or organization' (paragraph 2). C. A synonym for 'to buy' (paragraph 3). D. An antonym for 'to strengthen' (paragraph 4).

Question 4 [1.5 points]. Choose the correct option - A, B, C, or D - for each question. 1. What is the main social effect of second-hand shopping mentioned in the text? 2. It stops people from buying fast fashion. 3. It increases the demand for new clothes from local factories. 4. It allows people to donate clothes easily. (Different answer options listed under the question.) [Note: As shown in the exam, the questions are: 1. Main social effect. 2. Why are experts open for making fashion truly sustainable? 3. Why do many fashion brands encourage second-hand shopping?]

Option 2. Written comprehension. Text: 'The rise of women's sports' (Adapted from The Daily Cardinal, March 2.024). Question 1 [2 points]. Indicate clearly by writing the words TRUE or FALSE according to the text. A. Sponsorship money for women's sports is currently equal to that of men's sports. B. Internet in women's sports remains limited to local audiences. C. Getting more girls to play sports helps create future athletes and fans who stay loyal to women's sports. D. The Queens League inspired the creation of the Kings League in Spain.

Question 2 [2 points]. Choose and answer only TWO of the following questions in your own words according to the text. A. What role do media play in promoting women's sports, and why is it important for brands to use different media platforms? B. What are three ways brands can support women's sports, and what are the positive results of these actions? C. What obstacles still prevent women's sports from achieving full equality, and what needs to change to overcome them?

Question 3 [1.5 points]. Find in the text a word or phrase that corresponds to the meaning, definition, or opposite of the following. A. A synonym for 'change' (paragraph 1). B. A word that means 'to achieve higher results than others in a particular activity or competition' (paragraph 2). C. A word that means 'impressive things that are done or achieved after a lot of work' (paragraph 4). D. A synonym for 'to mix' (paragraph 6).

Question 4 [1.5 points]. Choose the correct option - A, B, C, or D - for each question. 1. Why are female athletes appealing as ambassadors for brands? 2. What do Queens League and cricket's Hundred franchise have in common? 3. How does the text suggest 'The Sports Bra' has influenced the business industry?

PART 2 [3 points]. Written production. Choose ONE of the two options below and write a short composition (120-150 words). Compositions up to 200 words won't be penalized. Remember that compositions MUST NOT be signed. Option 1: Write an opinion essay on the following topic: Do you think social media is more helpful or harmful for teenagers? Give reasons to justify your opinion.

Option 2: Write a story about something that happened to you in the past. Your story must begin with this sentence: It all started with a phone call late at night.