ENGLISH l – LEVEL A/BFirst Mid-Term Exam Date: 06/10/2023 Full Name: Semhan Constanza UADE ID: 1161070 Time allowed: 2 hours 1. LISTENING COMPREHENSION Listen to the recording twice. Take down notes and write a 120 – 160 summary. Write them in the corresponding boxes). NOTES 1. The person became interested in podcasting after reading about bloggers attaching audio files to their blogs. 2. Initially, they didn't feel technologically capable but eventually started their own podcast in January 2005. 3. They were pleasantly surprised by the positive reactions from listeners who emailed their thoughts. 4. The podcast covers various topics like current affairs, music, and travel. 5. The person enjoys the freedom and visualizes their audience while recording. 6. While some podcasters charge subscriptions, they prefer to keep their podcast free to maintain creative freedom. SUMMARY After reading about bloggers incorporating audio files into their blogs, the person became intrigued by podcasting. Despite initial doubts about their technical abilities, they decided to launch their own podcast in January 2005. To their surprise, they received positive feedback from listeners who shared their thoughts via email. His podcast covers a wide range of topics, from current affairs to music and travel. They enjoy the freedom it gives them and imagine talking to their audience while recording. Unlike some podcasters who charge subscriptions, they choose to keep their podcast free to maintain creative freedom. They have no plans to monetize the podcast, as they value the idea of it being free and being able to express themselves without limitations. Podcasts have become a rewarding hobby for them, allowing them to share their interests with an engaged audience without financial limitations. 1 2. ERROR CORRECTION Read the text below and look carefully at each line. Some of the lines are correct, some lines are incorrect. If a line is correct, put ok in the blank. If a line is incorrect highlight the incorrect word and write the correct one in the blank. There is an example at the beginning. 1 - Doesn’t – Don’t 2 - Is damaging – Damage 3 - Ok 4 - Live – Lives 5 - Doesn’t – Don’t 6 - Was – Were 7 - Takes – Take 8 - Ok 9 - Has – Have 10 - Ok 11 - Would work – Worked, Make – Made 12 - Is – It’s 13 - Has – Have 14 - Suffers – Suffer 15 - Ok 2 3. READING COMPREHENSION Express your opinion on the topic you have read. Include the two questions below in your opinion. (120-160 words) Do not copy and paste expressions or words from the text. Include specific vocabulary and grammar structures learnt in class. 1. Do you consider the German Ticket will be good for the environment? 2. How does this compare with the public transport system in your country? GERMANY Public transport is an important part of many peoples' lives. We need it to go to work, visit family and friends, go sightseeing and go about our daily business. However, in many countries, trains, buses and subways are very expensive. A new scheme in Germany has been launched to make getting around easier. Transport companies have got together to create the Germany Ticket. This allows people who buy it to use all local and regional transportation across the country for just 49 euros ($53.90) a month. The ticket is valid for all forms of public transport in Germany except for long-distance intercity trains. More than three million tickets were sold on the day of the launch. Transportation bosses hope the new Germany Ticket will be good for the environment. They want more people to leave their cars at home and use more environmentally friendly forms of transportation. Germany's Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, welcomed the new ticket. He said it is "an easy and cheap offer that will make public transit more attractive and help us to achieve our climate goals". Germany aims to become carbon neutral by 2050. A transportation analyst said the Germany Ticket was a "revolution" for Germany. He said: "We need a scheme that puts rail before road and get passengers onto trains and buses". Another analyst hopes other countries will start a similar ticket. The introduction of the German ticket and the use of efficient public transport systems are positive measures for both the environment and people's mobility. By encouraging the use of more sustainable forms of transport and reducing car dependency, a significant reduction in pollution and carbon emissions can be achieved. In Buenos Aires, public transport is accessible and affordable for all, thanks to the Sube card. This not only helps reduce traffic congestion, but also promotes more accessible and equitable mobility for people from all walks of life. Implementing the German ticketing system in other cities would have similar benefits, allowing people to rely less on the private car and adopt greener alternatives. This would help clean the air, reduce noise pollution and improve the overall quality of life for residents. By investing in efficient public transport systems, we can create more sustainable and livable cities for future generations. 3 4. WRITING For and Against Essay You are attending the English course at UADE through TEAMS. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the online course. Include specific information regarding the course. Remember to use appropriate layout, phrases, vocabulary and grammar structures learnt in class. (120-160 words) The English course at UADE through TEAMS offers advantages and disadvantages that are worth considering. On the one hand, not having to leave my apartment is a great convenience, since it avoids traveling and allows me to study from the comfort of home. Additionally, access to digital resources enhances the learning process by providing additional materials and interactive tools. However, there are also disadvantages. Reduced face-to-face interaction can limit opportunities to practice the language in a real-life environment and receive immediate feedback. Potential technical difficulties, such as connectivity issues or platform glitches, can be frustrating and impact the educational experience. Additionally, a lack of connection to the group can make the course seem more isolating and less motivating. It is important to take more individual responsibility to stay motivated and stay on track. Although the teacher provides support through oral presentations and weekly assignments, it is recognized that greater in-person dedication could facilitate the learning process. Firma: Aclaración: 4
