ENSAYO DE EXAMEN EPJA LEVEL 1

ITEM I: (BIOGRAPHY) – MARÍA JOSÉ QUINTANILLA (Comprensión Lectora)

Instructions: Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C, or D).

María José Quintanilla is a famous Chilean singer, actress, and television host. She was born in Santiago in 1990. She became popular at a very young age when she participated in the talent show Rojo, Fama Contrafama in 2002. Her powerful voice captivated the audience, and her first album, México Lindo y Querido, became a huge commercial success. Over the years, she has managed to sustain her career by evolving from a children’s ranchera singer into a charismatic TV presenter on morning shows. Today, she balances her passion for music with her work in media, being an inspiration for many people who start their projects from scratch.

1. Where was María José Quintanilla born?

A) In Valparaíso B) In Santiago C) In Mexico D) In Rancagua

2. In which year did she become famous on the talent show Rojo?

A) 1990 B) 2000 C) 2002 D) 2026

3. What was the title of her first successful album?

A) Rojo, Fama Contrafama B) Chile Lindo C) México Lindo y Querido D) Morning Show

4. What is her current job role mentioned in the text?

A) She only sings rancheras in Mexico. B) She is a full-time school teacher. C) She balances music and TV presenting. D) She is a radio producer.

5. [VOCABULARY] What is the correct Spanish translation for the word “sustain” highlighted in the text?

A) Suspender B) Mantener / Sostener C) Terminar D) Olvidar

6. [INFERENCE] Based on the text, what can we infer about María José’s career?

A) She stopped singing because she preferred television. B) She is successful because she adapted and changed over time. C) She only works with people she met in 2002. D) Her career was very easy and required no effort.

ITEM II: (DESCRIPTION OF A PLACE) – BUIN ZOO (Comprensión Lectora)

Instructions: Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C, or D).

Buin Zoo is the largest and most modern zoo in Chile, located in the Metropolitan Region, just south of Santiago. It is a wild adventure designed to protect animals and educate visitors about biodiversity. The park is organized by geographic zones, representing different continents like Africa, Asia, and America. Families can see exotic animals such as lions, rhinos, and Bengal tigers. One of its main attractions is the “Buin Marino” amphitheater, where marine animals show their skills. The zoo focuses deeply on animal welfare and conservation, making it a favorite destination for educational school trips and weekend family tours.

7. What is Buin Zoo’s primary focus according to the text?

A) Selling exotic animals to visitors. B) Animal welfare, conservation, and education. C) Creating electronic games for children. D) Organizing international football matches.

8. How is the park organized layout-wise?

A) By the colors of the animals. B) By alphabet order. C) By geographic zones representing continents. D) By the age of the animals.

9. Which animals can you see in the “Buin Marino” section?

A) Lions and tigers B) Marine animals C) Birds and reptiles D) Rhinos and elephants

10. [VOCABULARY] What is the correct Spanish translation for the word “educate” highlighted in the text?

A) Educar B) Entretener C) Ejecutar D) Edificar

11. [INFERENCE] Why is Buin Zoo a popular destination for school trips?

A) Because it is completely free for all schools. B) Because students can learn about nature and animal protection firsthand. C) Because it is located in the center of downtown Santiago. D) Because it has no rules or safety restrictions.

ITEM III: WORKPLACE SAFETY (Interpretación de Imagen y Señalética)

Instructions: Analyze the safety sign descriptions and choose the correct option.

12. What is the main objective of this workplace sign?

A) To show the prices of tools. B) To promote safety inside the workplace. C) To announce a company vacation. D) To look for new employees.

13. If an employee gets injured or cut, what item should they look for?

A) A safety helmet B) A fire extinguisher C) A first aid kit D) Safety boots

14. What is the mandatory action when entering an area with the helmet icon?

A) You must remove your shoes. B) You must wear a safety helmet. C) You must call your supervisor. D) You cannot enter the room.

15. The phrase “SAFETY FIRST” translates to Spanish as:

A) El trabajo es primero. B) Seguridad primero. C) Herramientas limpias. D) Salida de emergencia.

16. In which of the following areas is a “Safety Helmet” absolutely necessary?

A) A construction site with falling objects. B) An office desk typing an email. C) An online Zoom meeting. D) The company cafeteria during lunch.

ITEM IV: (STATISTICAL DATA) – CHILEAN EDUCATION PERCENTAGES

Instructions: Analyze the data chart comparing the distribution of adult students (EPJA), Regular Schooling (Formal), and Higher Education (Superior), then answer the questions.

17. Which educational modality has the highest percentage of students?

A) Adult Education (EPJA) B) Higher Education (Superior) C) Regular Schooling (Formal) D) Technical training only

18. What is the specific percentage for Adult Education (EPJA)?

A) 65% B) 25% C) 10% D) 50%

19. What is the percentage of students in Higher Education (Superior)?

A) 10% B) 25% C) 65% D) 100%

20. If you combine EPJA (10%) and Superior (25%), what is the total percentage?

A) 35% B) 90% C) 75% D) 15%

21. Which sentence is correct according to the chart?

A) EPJA has more students than Regular Schooling. B) Regular Schooling has fewer students than Higher Education. C) Higher Education has a higher percentage than EPJA. D) All modalities have the exact same percentage.

22. The word “Percentage” in Spanish means:

A) Matrícula B) Porcentaje C) Asistencia D) Promedio

23. The word “Student” in Spanish means:

A) Profesor B) Establecimiento C) Estudiante D) Asignatura

24. What type of document or graphic is this?

A) A commercial advertisement. B) A data table / chart. C) A personal letter. D) A map of Chile.

25. Complete the statement: “Regular Schooling represents __________ of the total.”

A) the minority B) the half C) the majority D) zero percent

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