📝 BAC Exam 2009 — English — Foreign Languages Stream
Duration: 3 hours — Coefficient: 3 — Stream: Foreign Languages
📌 Text:
Technology has transformed the way we live, work, and communicate. The internet, in particular, has made the world a smaller place by connecting people from different continents in real time. Social media platforms allow us to share ideas, experiences, and cultures instantly. However, this digital revolution also has a darker side. Excessive use of technology can lead to addiction, social isolation, and a decline in face-to-face communication. Moreover, the spread of misinformation and cyberbullying are serious concerns. The challenge for the modern generation is to harness the benefits of technology while avoiding its pitfalls.
— Adapted from an article on technology and society
📌 I – Reading Comprehension (14 points)
- Global understanding: Is the author in favour of or against technology? Justify with two elements from the text.
- Detailed understanding: Answer the following questions:
- According to the text, how has the internet changed the world?
- What are the negative effects of excessive use of technology? Mention three.
- Vocabulary:
- Find in the text words that mean: “changed” (paragraph 1), “dangers” (paragraph 2).
- Give the opposite of: “real time” (paragraph 1), “excessive” (paragraph 2).
- Grammar:
- “Technology has transformed the way we live.” Put the sentence in the passive voice.
- “Excessive use of technology can lead to addiction.” What does “can” express here?
📌 II – Written Expression (06 points)
Topic: Do you think that social media has a positive or negative impact on young people? Write a short paragraph (10-12 lines) giving your opinion and supporting it with examples.
✅ Model Answers / الحل النموذجي
🔹 I – Reading Comprehension
- Author’s position: The author is balanced/objective. Evidence: (1) The author mentions both positive aspects (connecting people, sharing ideas) and (2) negative aspects (addiction, isolation, misinformation).
- Detailed understanding:
- The internet has made the world a smaller place by connecting people from different continents in real time.
- Negative effects: (1) addiction, (2) social isolation, (3) decline in face-to-face communication, (4) spread of misinformation, (5) cyberbullying.
- Vocabulary:
- “transformed” = changed ; “pitfalls” = dangers
- Opposite of “real time” = delayed ; Opposite of “excessive” = moderate / limited
- Grammar:
- “The way we live has been transformed by technology.”
- “Can” expresses possibility / potential.
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