University Entrance

Exam: ENGLISH

Montse Irun

PARTS OF THE EXAM

Reading Comprehension 3 points

Writing 4 points

Listening Comprehension 3 points

Reading comprehension

• 550-650 word text.

• 8 multiple choice questions (0.375 punts)

• 4 options (A-B-C-D)

• Wrong Answers (- 0.25)

• Not answered questions , no deduction

TOTAL: 3 points

Writing

• 40% of the final mark

• Two options

• Minimum: 100 words

• Correction Criteria

• Grammar 1 point.

• Vocabulary 1 point.

• Text/paragraph building 1 point.

• Maturity / Content 1 point.

TOTAL: 4 points

Writing

• Grammar correctness and range of structures

• Spelling, range and appropriate use of vocabulary

• Text / Paragraph building. punctuation and text markers.

• The skilful handling of the topic and adequate register

Deductions Writing

• 1. insufficient length: up to 1 point

• Copying form the text

• 2. wrong topic: 0 point

• 3. wrong format: up to 1 point

Listening Comprehension

• Introduction + 4’ - 5’ text

• 4’ pause

• 8 multiple choice questions (0.375 punts)

• 4 options (A-B-C-D)

• Deductions: wrong answers (- 0.125)

• Not answered questions , no deduction

TOTAL: 3 points

DATES OF THE ENGLISH EXAM

Second day, second period

• Wednesday, at 10:30

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