73. PAGS MOCK EXAM. SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION, BORDERS AND BRIDGES: IMMIGRATION IN SPAIN 2026 NEW EXAMINATION MODEL
NeuroEnglishMMP - Modelo Examen Inmigración 2026
NeuroEnglishMMP
Resolución de 20 de noviembre de 2025 • Dirección General de F.P. y Educación Permanente
Social Transformation
Borders and Bridges: Immigration in Spain 2026
New Examination Model • Preparation for PAGS 2026
Modelo de examen basado en Resolución de 20 de noviembre de 2025, de la Dirección General de Formación Profesional y Educación Permanente, por la que se convocan las pruebas de acceso a los Ciclos Formativos de Grado Medio y Grado Superior de Formación Profesional en el curso escolar 2025/2026.
PAGS ANDALUCÍA
Tema: Inmigración en el siglo XXI
Duración
40 minutos
Preguntas Prueba
16 preguntas
Reserva
2 preguntas
Formato
Tipo Test (A,B,C,D)
Nota didáctica: Este modelo incluye 20 preguntas (Gramática, Vocabulario, Listening y Reading) para abarcar más contenidos durante la preparación.
CHOOSE the correct answer:
1. In which sentence is there a direct transfer from Spanish that is incorrect in English?
Explicación: Error de transferencia literal. En español decimos "vivo aquí desde...", pero en inglés, acciones que empezaron en el pasado y siguen vigentes requieren Present Perfect: "I have lived... since".
2. Successful ______ requires effort from both the host country and the newcomers.
Explicación: Vocabulario temático. Si ambas partes se esfuerzan, hablamos de "integración". Las otras opciones sugieren separación o soledad.
3. The number of residents ______ significantly in the last decade.
Explicación: Tiempo verbal. "In the last decade" indica un periodo que conecta pasado y presente. Usamos Present Perfect.
4. By the time they arrived at the border, they ______ for three days without food.
Explicación: Pasado anterior a otro pasado. El viaje ocurrió y continuó hasta el momento de llegar (arrived). Usamos Past Perfect Continuous.
5. Many experts agree that migration is necessary for our economy; ______, integration remains a challenge.
Explicación: Conectores de contraste. La primera parte es positiva (economía) y la segunda plantea un problema (desafío). "However" (sin embargo) es el nexo perfecto.
6. When highly skilled professionals leave their country for better jobs, it is called...
Explicación: Vocabulario específico. "Brain drain" (fuga de cerebros) se refiere a la emigración de personas con alta cualificación.
7. New laws ______ provide more support for refugees in the future.
Explicación: Modales. Se habla de una posibilidad futura no confirmada. "Might" es el modal de probabilidad adecuado.
8. He applied for a visa ______ he wanted to work in Almería.
Explicación: Conectores de causa. La segunda parte explica el motivo de la primera: "Solicitó el visado *porque* quería trabajar...".
9. The migrant, ______ passport was lost, had to wait at the embassy.
Explicación: Relativos de posesión. "Cuyo pasaporte" se traduce como "whose passport". Indica pertenencia.
10. There are ______ cultural festivals in Andalusia that celebrate diversity.
Explicación: Cuantificadores. "Festivals" es plural contable. Usamos "many" para frases afirmativas de este tipo.
11. Last month, a large group of newcomers ______ to the Canary Islands.
Explicación: Pasado simple. La expresión "Last month" (el mes pasado) obliga a usar un tiempo pasado terminado: "arrived".
12. ______ the language barrier, many migrants find work in agriculture.
Explicación: Concesión. "The language barrier" es un grupo nominal (sustantivo). El conector de concesión que precede a sustantivos es "In spite of".
Listening Task
Listen to the Podcast about migration and social diversity in Andalusia. You will hear it 3 times. Choose the correct options.
Welcome to 'Voices of Andalucia'. Today, we discuss the impact of migration on our region. Andalusia has always been a meeting point for different cultures. In 2026, our diversity is our strength.
Did you know that in provinces like Almería and Huelva, the agricultural sector relies heavily on foreign workers? Nearly forty percent of the seasonal workforce comes from abroad. These people contribute significantly to our local economy and keep our fields productive.
However, migration is not just about labor. It's about stories. Families from North Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe are now part of our neighborhoods in Málaga and Seville. They bring new traditions, languages, and perspectives that enrich our schools and social life. Integration is a two-way street: it requires local citizens to be welcoming and newcomers to adapt to our laws and customs.
Experts suggest that without migration, Andalucia's population would decrease rapidly due to low birth rates. Therefore, building bridges instead of borders is essential for our stable future. Stay tuned for more stories!
"Welcome to 'Voices of Andalucia'. Today we discuss the impact of migration..." (Transcript active)
13. In which provinces is the agricultural sector heavily dependent on foreign workers?
Estrategia: Localización de nombres propios. Escucha las dos primeras provincias mencionadas al hablar de agricultura.
14. What percentage of the seasonal workforce comes from abroad in those areas?
15. What does integration require, according to the podcast?
Estrategia: Identifica la metáfora "two-way street" (calle de doble sentido) que implica esfuerzo mutuo.
16. What would happen to Andalucia's population without migration?
Estrategia: Escucha el motivo demográfico al final del podcast: "low birth rates" (baja natalidad).
READ the text and answer the next four questions:
The Changing Face of Spain: Challenges and Contributions
Over the last twenty years, Spain has transformed from a country of emigrants to a major destination for people seeking new opportunities. Today, more than five million foreign-born residents live in the country, contributing to its social and economic life. This demographic shift is particularly visible in Mediterranean regions like Andalusia, where the agricultural and tourism sectors depend heavily on foreign labor.
Economists point out that immigration helps balance Spain's aging population. Without newcomers, the pension system and the workforce would face a serious crisis in the near future. However, the process of integration is not always easy. Language barriers, administrative delays for visas, and social prejudices can make life difficult for new arrivals. Therefore, education and public awareness are crucial tools to foster a more inclusive society.
Finally, it is important to recognize the cultural enrichment that diversity brings. New perspectives in art, gastronomy, and music make Spanish society more dynamic and prepared for a globalized world. In conclusion, while migration presents political and social challenges, it is also a vital engine for growth and cultural progress in 21st-century Spain.
17. How has Spain changed over the last twenty years according to the text?
Explicación: Comprensión literal. El primer párrafo explica el cambio de "país de emigrantes" a "destino principal".
18. Why is immigration important for Spain's aging population?
Explicación: Relación de ideas. El texto menciona que sin inmigrantes, el sistema de pensiones sufriría.
19. According to the second paragraph, what can make life difficult for new arrivals?
Explicación: Identificación de obstáculos. El texto cita barreras lingüísticas y retrasos administrativos como dificultades.
20. What is the author's final conclusion about migration?
Explicación: Tono del autor. El texto cierra con un mensaje optimista sobre el crecimiento y progreso.
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