INGLÉS (PRUEBA DE COMPETENCIA ESPECÍFICA)

INSTRUCCIONES GENERALES PARA LA PRUEBA Y CRITERIOS DE EVALUACIÓN

INSTRUCCIONES GENERALES/INSTRUCTIONS
• Dispone de 90 minutos para realizar el examen.
• Material permitido: NINGUNO
• Mientras tenga el examen en su poder SÓLO puede comunicarse con los miembros del Tribunal de examen. Cualquier
otro tipo de comunicación o uso de dispositivos o materiales no autorizados supondrá la retirada del examen, lo que
será reflejado en el Acta como COPIA ILEGAL.
• El examen debe realizarse con bolígrafo azul o negro.
• No puede utilizar ningún tipo de corrector (Tipp-Ex).
• No puede utilizar ninguna hoja que no haya sido entregada por algún miembro del Tribunal de examen. Las hojas de
respuesta deben ir numeradas en las casillas que aparecen en la parte inferior.

• You have 90 minutes to complete the exam.

• No additional material is permitted.
• Once the exam starts, you can only talk to an invigilator. Any other type of communication or the use of unauthorized
devices or materials will result in the withdrawal of the exam. The latter will be labelled as ILLEGAL COPY and attached
to the invigilator’s report.
• The answers must be written in either blue ink or black ink.
• Do not use any correction fluid (for example, Tipp-Ex).
• Sheets not provided by the invigilators must not be used. All answer sheets must be numbered in the boxes at the bottom
of the sheet.
CRITERIOS DE EVALUACIÓN/GRADING CRITERIA
La prueba consta de tres partes:
PARTE A: Bloque de 4 preguntas sobre comprensión lectora con un valor total de 2 puntos. Cada respuesta computa 0,5 puntos.
A1. y A2. 2 preguntas sobre vocabulario. Debe contestarlas en la hoja de examen.
A3. 2 preguntas objetivas sobre el texto. Cada acierto suma 0,5 puntos, cada error resta 0,15 y las preguntas en blanco no
computan. Para contestar a este ejercicio debe utilizarse la hoja de respuestas Tipo Test. Es MUY IMPORTANTE leer las
instrucciones sobre cómo deben marcarse las respuestas. Las respuestas marcadas incorrectamente no se tendrán en cuenta.
Solo hay una respuesta correcta – a), b) o c) – para cada pregunta.
PARTE B: Bloque sobre el uso del inglés con un valor total de 2 puntos. Debe elegir y contestar a 4 de las 6 preguntas. Si contesta
a más de 4 preguntas, solo se computarán las 4 primeras. Cada acierto suma 0,5 puntos, cada error resta 0,15 y las preguntas
en blanco no computan. Para contestar a este bloque debe utilizarse la hoja de respuestas Tipo Test. Solo hay una respuesta
correcta – a), b) o c) – para cada pregunta.
PARTE C: Bloque de redacción con un valor total de 6 puntos. Debe escribir una redacción sobre uno de los dos temas
propuestos.

The exam consists of three parts:

PART A: It consists of 4 questions worth a total of 2 points (0.5 points each).
A1. And A2. 2 vocabulary questions. Answers should be recorded on the exam sheet.
A3. 2 questions on the text. 0.5 points are added for a correct answer, 0.15 points are deducted for an incorrect answer,
no points are deducted for a blank response. Answers should be recorded on the OMR answer sheet. It is very important that you
read the instructions on how your answers must be recorded. Answers recorded incorrectly will not be taken into account. There
is only one correct answer for each question: either a), or b) or c).
PART B: Use of English questions worth a total of 2 points. You must choose and answer 4 out of the 6 questions provided. If you
answer more than 4 questions, only the first 4 will be marked. 0.5 points are added for a correct answer, 0.15 points are deducted
for an incorrect answer, no points are deducted for a blank response. Answers should be recorded on the OMR answer sheet.
There is only one correct answer for each question: either a), or b) or c).
PART C: It consists of an essay which is worth 6 points. You must write an essay on only one of the two subjects provided.
PART A. Comprehension questions on the text. Read the text and
answer all the questions. (0,5 points each)

Pompeii Archaeological Park Limits Daily Visitors To Curb Over-Tourism

New measures will introduce personalized tickets and restrict access to
protect the UNESCO site from excessive foot traffic

Another Italian tourist site is stepping up to combat over-tourism, as the

Pompeii archaeological park has announced plans to limit daily visitors to
20,000, starting next week. This move aims to protect the ancient ruins
from the impact of excessive foot traffic and preserve the world heritage
site for future generations.
This decision stems from record-breaking visitor numbers during the
recent summer, when over 4 million people flocked to the site, which
remains famously buried under ash and rock since the eruption of Mount
Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. The park's director, Gabriel Zuchtriegel,
noted, "We are working on a series of projects to lift the human pressure
on the site, which could pose risks both for visitors and the heritage (that
is) so unique and fragile."
Starting November 15, the park will introduce personalized tickets,
requiring visitors to provide their full names. Each day, only 20,000 tickets
will be made available, spaced out across different time slots, particularly
during peak summer months. The idea is to more effectively manage foot
traffic and safety concerns, making sure visitors can enjoy the wonder of
Pompeii without overwhelming this historically significant landmark.
Zuchtriegel emphasized the commitment to promoting slow and
sustainable tourism. He stated, "We are aiming for slow, sustainable,
pleasant and non-mass tourism and above all widespread throughout the
territory around the UNESCO site, which is full of cultural jewels to
discover." This approach includes enticing tourists to explore surrounding
sites connected to Pompeii through free shuttle services, part of the
“Greater Pompeii” initiative, which encompasses locations like Stabia,
Torre Annunziata, and Boscoreale.
It’s worth noting, the rise of post-pandemic travel has seen
significant increases in the number of visitors at various famous tourist
hotspots. This resurgence has often led to concerns about the negative
impacts of mass tourism, including disruptions to local communities,
environmental degradation, and transportation issues.
The efforts taken at Pompeii echo actions being implemented at
other tourist-heavy locations across Italy. For example, Venice recently
warned of impending “irreversible damage” due to its massive annual
number of visitors—approximately 30 million—and has adopted measures
like the introduction of a day-trip entry fee and restrictions on large tour
groups. Similar initiatives are underway at other prominent Italian sites,
showing how the country is grappling with the challenge of balancing
tourism with preservation.
Meanwhile, as Pompeii prepares for its new rules, visitors and locals
alike are hopeful these measures will allow everyone to appreciate the
ancient city's unique cultural offerings without the detrimental effects of
over-tourism. The changes reflect broader sentiments within the tourism
sector, calling for more responsible and sustainable practices as towns and
cities strive to maintain their historic integrity.

A1. Find in the text one word that means the same (synonym) as “worries”
(noun).
A2. Find in the text one word that means the opposite (antonym) of
“recent” (adjective).
A3. Choose and write the correct answer.
1. What is the main reason Pompeii is limiting the number of visitors?
a) To increase ticket prices.
b) To protect the site from over-tourism and excessive foot traffic.
c) To promote mass tourism.

2. What is one initiative Pompeii is using to manage tourism?

a) Offering free entry on certain days.
b) Introducing personalized tickets with specific time slots.
c) Building more hotels near the site.

PART B. Use of English. Choose the correct answer. You must choose
and answer only 4 out of the 6 questions below (o.5 points each).

3. ________ women live longer than _______ men.

a) The/the b) The/-- c) --/--

4. The local team ________________ by the visiting team in an exciting

match.
a) were beated b) were beaten c) was beaten

5. The bad news made _______________ desperately.

a) her to cry b) her cry c) cry her

6. I will lend you the money _____________ you can pay your bills.
a) such that b) because c) so that
7. Chloe and Mike should be here already. They are late,
________________?
a) are they? b) aren’t they? c) don’t they

8. Jim has read __________ book in the library.

a) every b) all c) many

PART C. Write an essay of 150-180 words on ONE of the following

subjects (6 points):

A- Do you think that measures should be taken to fight over-tourism, or,

on the contrary, do you believe that people should be allowed to access
heritage sites with no restrictions? Discuss your preference in detail,
stating its advantages and disadvantages.

B- Six months ago, you bought an expensive new smartphone that has
stopped working properly. Write an email complaining to the customer
service of the company. Provide as many details as possible: describe the
problem, explain why you think that you are entitled to compensation, and
state what you expect from the company.