Society, Daily Life and Procedures

The 84 questions of the CCSE task Society, Daily Life and Procedures, each with the correct answer.

  1. What document must foreigners apply for to reside legally in Spain?The Foreigner Identity Card (TIE).
  2. What is the document that certifies the holder's place of residence?The registration certificate (empadronamiento).
  3. What does the individual electronic register replace?The family book.
  4. What is the minimum age to drive a car in Spain?18.
  5. The driving licence is obtained from…the Directorate-General for Traffic (DGT).
  6. To get a driving licence you must pass…a theory test and a practical test.
  7. Where is the family book obtained?At the Civil Registry.
  8. Which of these television channels is regional?Canal Sur.
  9. How long does maternity or paternity leave last?19 weeks.
  10. What is the maximum permitted blood alcohol level for drivers, in grams per litre (g/l)?0.5.
  11. What is the most common type of housing in Spain?Flat in an apartment building.
  12. Which autonomous community is known for the quality of its olive oil?Andalusia.
  13. What is the check that cars must pass compulsorily called?ITV (Technical Vehicle Inspection).
  14. The appetiser that comes with a drink in bars and restaurants is called…tapa.
  15. Where is the health card obtained?At the health centre.
  16. From how many children is a family considered a large family?3 children.
  17. In Spain, marriage is permitted…between people of the same and different sex.
  18. Dog owners must register them at…the town council.
  19. The main ingredients of the Spanish omelette are eggs and…potatoes.
  20. Which is one of the most internationally known dishes of Spanish cuisine?Gazpacho.
  21. Which of these television channels is public?La 1.
  22. In a residents' community, one of the rules is…not to disturb with noise.
  23. Which of these is the main ingredient of Valencian paella?Rice.
  24. Cider is a typical drink of…Asturias.
  25. Spaniards have two surnames; the first is…it can be the mother's or the father's.
  26. Spain's National Day is on…12 October.
  27. On which days do most shops and small businesses usually close?Sundays.
  28. Where is the passport obtained?At a police station.
  29. The Ministry of Equality is responsible for fighting gender violence and…discrimination.
  30. Which autonomous community is known for the quality of its cava?Catalonia.
  31. What document is needed to receive medical care in the public health system?The health card.
  32. The time in the Canary Islands, compared with the mainland, is…one hour behind.
  33. To enter university you must pass an assessment test called…University Access Test.
  34. Which of these products does Spain need to import from other countries?Oil.
  35. What type of taxes must citizens pay in Spain?Direct and indirect taxes.
  36. Adults without a Baccalaureate can study at university by taking a special test from the age of…25.
  37. Where might you find the following rule: 'Keep off the grass, do not pick the flowers'?In recreation areas.
  38. The Baccalaureate in Spain…consists of two academic years.
  39. Value Added Tax (VAT) is one of the…indirect taxes.
  40. What number do workers receive when they start their first job?Their Social Security number.
  41. State schools…are free.
  42. Which of these ports is one of the main ones in Spain?Algeciras.
  43. A 'concertado' school is a private school that…receives money from the administration.
  44. Spain exports products mainly to countries…in the European Union.
  45. Public libraries are free for…everyone.
  46. Which of these products does Spain export more than it imports?Footwear.
  47. A person over 18 can obtain the Compulsory Secondary Education certificate at…an Adult Education Centre.
  48. Vocational training…can be intermediate or advanced level.
  49. Where do we go to see the family doctor or the paediatrician?To the health centre.
  50. How many years is the European health card valid for?Two years.
  51. What time is dinner normally eaten in Spain?At 9 or 10 pm.
  52. What is the single telephone number for any emergency?112.
  53. Which of these newspapers is published nationally?El País.
  54. Where are stamps and tobacco sold?At the estanco (tobacco shop).
  55. When can you call the helpline for victims of gender violence?24 hours a day.
  56. The organisation that works to integrate people with visual disabilities is…the ONCE.
  57. The Camino de Santiago is…a World Heritage Site.
  58. Which is the state television channel that broadcasts national and international news continuously?Canal 24 horas.
  59. The free telephone line for victims of gender violence is…016.
  60. In Spain, the rail network can be long-distance, medium-distance and…commuter.
  61. What is prohibited at the entrance to a school?Smoking a cigarette.
  62. What qualification is obtained on finishing an intermediate-level vocational training course?Technician.
  63. What qualification is obtained after completing a doctoral thesis in Spain?Doctor.
  64. Where are prescription medicines bought?At the pharmacy.
  65. Which of these three recommendations can we find in a park?Keep off the grass.
  66. Which of the following is compulsory for a car owner in Spain?Insurance.
  67. Adolfo Suárez airport is in…Madrid
  68. In a car, wearing a seat belt is compulsory…in all seats.
  69. What is the speed limit on a motorway?120 km/h.
  70. Giving up your seat to people with reduced mobility is a rule we find indicated in…public transport.
  71. Which public transport shows a green light when it is free?The taxi.
  72. What should you do if you have a dog?Microchip it and vaccinate it
  73. Spaniards need a passport to travel to…China.
  74. What is the minimum age to work in Spain?16.
  75. Which sector has the greatest weight in the Spanish economy?Services.
  76. Spain is innovative in the sector of…renewable energy.
  77. What is the most important labour law in Spain called?The Workers' Statute.
  78. Which of these establishments is open 24 hours if needed?Pharmacy.
  79. Early childhood education in Spain…has two cycles.
  80. When does the school year begin?In September.
  81. Official Language Schools…are for people over 16.
  82. What is the document that records your years of contributions to Social Security?Working life report.
  83. The collective agreements of a company are those signed with the workers' representatives about…working conditions.
  84. In which of these sectors does Spain stand out?In tourism.