Examen resuelto de la asignatura Inglés (Ciencias Sociales) de la PAU Madrid 2026

UNIVERSIDADES PÚBLICAS DE LA COMUNIDAD DE MADRID
PRUEBA DE ACCESO A LA UNIVERSIDAD
Curso 2025-2026

MATERIA: INGLÉS (CIENCIAS SOCIALES)

A Style Icon

Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress whose death at 79 surprised everyone in 2025, was one of the last movie stars to arrive in Hollywood before big brands changed the way celebrities dressed. She never used a stylist but came with an aesthetic so clearly formed that she shaped fashion, rather than allowing fashion to shape her.

As a result, she was fond of men’s suits, of coats and raincoats as evening wear, and of accessories—bowler hats, gloves, belts, glasses. All that is as much a part of her legacy as her unforgettable roles in films like Annie Hall (1977)—the film that first introduced the Keaton aesthetic to the world—and Reds (1981). In a time when it often seems that movie stars let designers and professional brands choose their clothes, Keaton is a reminder that personal style can be powerful.

Keaton inspired not just her early director, Woody Allen, who famously asked her to dress herself for Annie Hall, but also designers such as Ralph Lauren. Her fashion was the impetus for two titles from Keaton herself: the 2014 essay collection, Let’s Just Say it Wasn’t Pretty, about finding and staying true to your own style, and the 2024 coffee table book, Diane Keaton: Fashion First. Ralph Lauren wrote the introduction for the latter. Lauren said he is always being credited with dressing Diane in her role as Annie Hall, which could not be further from the truth. He praised her look: “Annie’s style was Diane’s style. It’s not defined by the moment. It’s not about trends, but authentic and forever.”

Her affinity for ties, loose trousers, vests and outfits typically worn by men put Keaton in the tradition of some old Hollywood female stars who refused to conform to gender or social expectations. Those clothes also covered up what she viewed as her weak points. She wore hats, she said, because she did not like her hair. Turtlenecks because they hid the neck and framed her face. All those layers gave her freedom because they gave her security. “You could call my wardrobe an impenetrable castle,” she wrote. Her way of dressing for red-carpet ceremonies was indeed the negation of today’s naked dressing trend.

She never avoided fashion discussions nor rejected the role it played in her life. For her it was not frivolous, it was an established part of her identity. Her goal, Keaton wrote, was “finding whatever works for you to get out the door every day.” She found it and she encouraged other people to find it too. Her style was not for sale, and that made it priceless.

QUESTIONS

1. Indicate whether TWO of the following statements are True, False or the Information is Not Given in the text (TF/NG). In true and false cases, copy the complete sentence that contains the evidence which justifies your answer. No marks are given for only TRUE or FALSE.

a) Diane Keaton did not like stylists because she had had negative experiences with them in her early career.

b) Contrary to popular belief, Ralph Lauren never dressed Diane Keaton for her role in Annie Hall.

c) Diane Keaton categorically refused to comment on fashion.

Puntuación máxima: 2 puntos.

2. In your own words and based on the ideas in the text, answer the following questions. Do not copy from the text.

a) What was Ralph Lauren’s opinion about Keaton’s clothes in the movie Annie Hall?

b) How did Keaton challenge gender conformity in Hollywood?

Puntuación máxima: 2 puntos.

3. Find the words in the text that mean:

a) important (paragraph 1)
b) pick (paragraph 2)
c) considered (paragraph 4)
d) certainly (paragraph 4)
e) invaluable (paragraph 5)

Puntuación máxima: 1 punto.

4. Answer FOUR questions from a) to f) of your choice.

Write a new sentence that has the same meaning as the one given. Use the word or expression in brackets. Do not change the word given.

a) They arrived very late because their car broke down.
(if)

b) Patrick often panics when there is a problem.
(tendency)

c) I would like to go shopping today.
(rather)

d) This fashion museum was once an old car factory.
(turned into)

Complete the following sentence to report what was said.

e) “Can you take my name off the guest list?” He asked his mother.
He asked his mother if …

Rephrase the sentence beginning with the words given.

f) I’ve never seen such a beautiful place as Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite National Park is …

Puntuación máxima: 2 puntos.

5. Write between 140 and 180 words on ONE of the following questions.

a) Write about the style of the celebrity you most admire.

b) Some people think fashion is like art and important for modern life, while others feel it is a waste of time and money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Puntuación máxima: 3 puntos.

Solución propuesta

1. True, False or Not Given

Aunque el examen pide responder solo dos de las tres opciones, se ofrecen las tres soluciones.

a) Diane Keaton did not like stylists because she had had negative experiences with them in her early career.

Not Given.

El texto afirma que Diane Keaton “never used a stylist”, pero no explica que esa decisión se debiera a experiencias negativas con estilistas al comienzo de su carrera.

b) Contrary to popular belief, Ralph Lauren never dressed Diane Keaton for her role in Annie Hall.

True.

Evidence: “Lauren said he is always being credited with dressing Diane in her role as Annie Hall, which could not be further from the truth.”

c) Diane Keaton categorically refused to comment on fashion.

False.

Evidence: “She never avoided fashion discussions nor rejected the role it played in her life.”

2. Answer in your own words

a) What was Ralph Lauren’s opinion about Keaton’s clothes in the movie Annie Hall?

Ralph Lauren believed that the clothes in Annie Hall reflected Diane Keaton’s own personal style, not his work as a designer. In his opinion, her look was authentic, timeless and independent of fashion trends.

b) How did Keaton challenge gender conformity in Hollywood?

She challenged gender expectations by wearing clothes traditionally associated with men, such as ties, loose trousers and vests. At a time when actresses were often expected to dress in a conventionally feminine way, Keaton created a personal image based on comfort, identity and freedom.

3. Vocabulary

a) important: big
b) pick: choose
c) considered: viewed
d) certainly: indeed
e) invaluable: priceless

4. Rewriting

Aunque el examen pide responder cuatro de las seis opciones, se ofrecen todas las soluciones.

a)

They arrived very late because their car broke down.

If their car had not broken down, they would not have arrived very late.

b)

Patrick often panics when there is a problem.

Patrick has a tendency to panic when there is a problem.

c)

I would like to go shopping today.

I would rather go shopping today.

d)

This fashion museum was once an old car factory.

An old car factory was turned into this fashion museum.

e)

“Can you take my name off the guest list?” He asked his mother.

He asked his mother if she could take his name off the guest list.

f)

I’ve never seen such a beautiful place as Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite National Park is the most beautiful place I have ever seen.

5. Writing

Option a) Write about the style of the celebrity you most admire

One celebrity whose style I admire is Zendaya. In my opinion, she has one of the most interesting and elegant styles in today’s entertainment industry. What I like most about her is that she never looks exactly the same. Sometimes she wears classic dresses, while on other occasions she chooses modern, risky or even futuristic outfits.

Her style is not only about expensive clothes. It is also about personality, confidence and creativity. She seems to understand fashion as a way of telling a story. For example, when she promotes a film, her clothes often reflect the atmosphere of the movie or the character she plays. That makes her public appearances more original and memorable.

I also admire the fact that she looks comfortable with change. She can be elegant, casual, bold or simple, but she usually remains recognizable. For me, that is real style: not copying trends, but using fashion to express who you are.

Option b) Some people think fashion is like art and important for modern life, while others feel it is a waste of time and money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Some people believe that fashion is a form of art because it allows individuals and designers to express ideas, emotions and identities. Clothes can show creativity, cultural influences and even social criticism. In this sense, fashion is not just about appearance; it can also reflect historical changes and personal freedom.

However, other people think fashion is a waste of time and money. They argue that the fashion industry encourages people to buy things they do not need and to worry too much about their image. In addition, fast fashion can have negative effects on workers and on the environment.

In my opinion, both views have some truth. Fashion can be artistic and meaningful when it is creative and personal. However, it becomes superficial when it is only based on consumerism and trends. I believe the best approach is to enjoy fashion without becoming obsessed with it. Clothes should help people express themselves, not make them feel insecure.

Nota

Estas soluciones han sido elaboradas con ayuda de la Inteligencia Artificial y deben entenderse como una propuesta orientativa de resolución.

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