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Q2672310 Inglês

Analyze the sentences below according to structure and grammar use.


1. The words earlier and older, in the first paragraph are examples of the comparative of superiority form.

2. The word everyone, in the first line, can be replaced by everybody without changing its meaning.

3. The negative form of the sentence This learning needs to work for everyone is These learnings needs to work for everyone.

4. The word its, in paragraph 6, refers to the player.


Choose the alternative which presents the correct sentences.

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Q2671020 Inglês

Instruction: answer questions 51 to 58 based on the following text.


Eve Rodsky’s deck of cards could help you find domestic bliss


  1. Eve Rodsky was fed up. For years she, like many other women, had shouldered the burden
  2. of invisible labor at home. Rodsky, a Harvard-educated lawyer and organizational management
  3. specialist who advises families and charitable foundations, was tired of being the “she-fault”
  4. parent. So, she started a spreadsheet titled “Shit I do.” “After months and months of
  5. crowdsourcing this beautiful, giant spreadsheet, I sent this to my husband and said, ‘Can’t wait
  6. to discuss.'”
  7. Rodsky shared the spreadsheet on Facebook. Soon, she was receiving messages from
  8. strangers who had seen it, detailing the domestic indignities they faced. She wanted to channel
  9. that frustration into something productive, and then Rodsky realized she could apply
  10. organizational management principles to the home. When Sarah Harden, the CEO of the media
  11. and production company Hello Sunshine, met Rodsky, she realized Rodsky was onto something
  12. novel. “After 40 to 50 years of talking about the problems, she was working on a solution. [At
  13. Hello Sunshine], (...) We like to be on the problem-solving end of the conversation rather than
  14. wallowing” said Harden.
  15. The result is Rodsky’s book, Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too
  16. Much to Do (and More Life to Live), which came out in October. (Hello Sunshine inked a unique
  17. deal with Rodsky as a venture partner, which means the company helped sell the book to a
  18. publisher and will take a cut of its profits.) A key piece of Rodsky’s solution is gamifying the
  19. notion of fair play with a set of cards. “So this is based on a 100 card game. You’re holding cards
  20. that represent all that you do for your home and family.”
  21. The author believes the cards can help couples navigate their domestic balance by helping
  22. them to talk about home life (which most people don’t do) and take full ownership of the tasks
  23. (concept, planning, and execution). The ultimate goal of redistributing domestic work, according
  24. to Rodsky, is to free up time for what she calls “unicorn space” — the stuff that might feel like a
  25. luxury or pipe dream to most parents. “This is about making time for the things we actually care
  26. about — who we were before we had kids,” she said. “What are our passions and purpose,
  27. beyond being a parent and a partner and a worker? The more we spend time arguing about who
  28. does what, the less time we have for the things that truly matter.”


Adapted from: https://www.fastcompany.com/90425669/eve-rodskys-deck-of-cards-could-help-you-find-domestic-bliss

Find the INCORRECT statement about the sentence “The more we spend time arguing about who does what, the less time we have for the things that truly matter” (l. 27 to 28).

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Q2645252 Inglês

Considering the linguistic aspects of the text, choose the incorrect alternative:


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Q2639819 Inglês

Instruction: answer questions 31 to 40 based on the following text. The highlights throughout the text are cited in the questions.


Carnival


  1. ______ Carnival is ____ festival celebrated in _____countries of Catholic tradition, often
  2. with public parades of playful, imaginative wagons typically called "floats, masking, jokes and
  3. feasts”.
  4. Etymology
  5. The word carnival comes from the Latin "carnem levare" (=eliminate meat) and
  6. originally indicated the banquet that was held on the last day of Carnival (Mardi Gras),
  7. immediately before Lent, the period of fasting and abstinence when Christians would abstain
  8. _____ meat. The first evidence of the use of the word "carnevale" (or "carnevalo") are the texts
  9. of minstrel Matazone da Caligano of the late 13th century and writer Giovanni Sercambi around
  10. 1400.
  11. Carnival period
  12. In Catholic countries, traditionally Carnival begins on the Septuagesima Sunday (70
  13. days to Easter, it was the first of the nine Sundays before the Holy Week in the Gregorian
  14. calendar), and in the Roman rite ends on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, which marks the
  15. beginning of Lent. The climax is usually from Thursday until Tuesday, the last day of Carnival.
  16. Being connected with Easter which is a moveable feast, the final dates of Carnival vary each
  17. year, though in some places it may begin already on 17th January. Since Catholic Easter is on
  18. the Sunday after the 17first full moon of spring, therefore from 22 March to 25 April, and since
  19. there are 46 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter, then in non-leap years the last day of
  20. Carnival, Mardi Gras, can fall any time within February 3 to March 9.
  21. In the Ambrosian rite, which is followed in the Archdiocese of Milan and in some
  22. neighboring dioceses, Lent begins with the first Sunday of Lent, therefore the last day of
  23. Carnival is on Saturday, four days later than the Mardi Gras in other areas of Italy.
  24. Carnival in antiquity
  25. Although present in the Catholic tradition, Carnival has its origins in much older
  26. celebrations, such as the Greek Dionysian festivals ("Anthesteria") or the Roman "Saturnalia".
  27. During these ancient rites a temporary dissolution of the social obligations and hierarchies took
  28. place in favor of chaos, jokes and even debauchery. From a historical and religious point of
  29. view Carnival represented, therefore, a period of renewal, when chaos replaced the established
  30. order, but once festive period was over, a new or the old order re-emerged for another cycle
  31. until the next carnival.
  32. In Babylon, shortly after the vernal equinox the process of the foundation of the cosmos
  33. was re-enacted, described with the myth of the struggle of Marduk, the savior-god with Tiamat
  34. the dragon, which ended with the victory of the former. During these ceremonies a procession
  35. was held in which the forces of chaos were allegorically represented fighting the recreation of
  36. the universe, that is the myth of the death and resurrection of Marduk, the savior. In the parade
  37. there was a ship on wheels where the deities Moon and Sun were carried along a large avenue
  38. - a symbol of the Zodiac - to the sanctuary of Babylon, symbol of the earth. This period was
  39. accompanied by an unbridled freedom and a reversal of social order and morality.
  40. In the Roman world the feast in honor of the Egyptian goddess Isis involved the presence
  41. of masked groups, as told by Lucius Apuleius in the Metamorphoses (Book XI). Among the
  42. Romans the end of the old year was represented by a man covered with goat skins, carried in
  43. procession, hit with sticks and called Mamurius Veturius.
  44. Carnival is therefore a moment in a mythic cycle, it is the movement of spirits between
  45. heaven, earth and the underworld. In the spring, when the earth begins to show its power,
  46. Carnival opens a passage between the earth and the underworld, whose souls must be honored
  47. and for a short period the living lend them their bodies wearing masks. Masks therefore have
  48. often an apotropaic meaning, as the wearer takes on the features of the spirit represented.
  49. In the 15th and 16th centuries, the Medici in Florence organized large masked carts
  50. called "Trionfi" accompanied by carnival songs and dances one, the "Trionfo di Bacco e Arianna"
  51. also written by Lorenzo the Magnificent. In Rome under the Popes horse races took place and
  52. a called the "race of moccoletti" where runners bearing lit candles tried to blow out each other's
  53. candles.


(Available at: http://www.italyheritage.com/traditions/carnival/2023/04/14/ – text especially adapted for this test).

Analyze the bold verbs in the following statements about the excerpt “The word carnival comes from the Latin ‘carnem levare’ (=eliminate meat) and originally indicated the banquet that was held …” (lines 05-06) and mark T, if true, or F, if false.


( ) The past form ‘was’ followed by the past participle ‘held’ indicates a past action.

( ) The past form ‘held’ indicates a repeated action in the past.

( ) The past form ‘was’ is the auxiliary verb of this passive voice structure ‘was held’.

( ) The past participle form ‘held’ is the main verb of this passive voice structure.


The correct order of filling the parentheses, from top to bottom, is:

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Q2638351 Inglês

O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder às questões de 21 a 25.


PUCKER UP I'm a dermatologist - you've been using lip balm all wrong - here's why your pout is still chapped


(1º§)YOU might be reaching for your lip balm more and more through these winter months. But are your lips still sore and chapped, no matter how much of the stuff you slather on? According to dermatology experts, the type of balm you put on your pout might be more important than the amount.

(2º§)Dr. Mona Gohara, an associate clinical professor of dermatology at the Yale School of Medicine, and Dr. Brendan Camp, a dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology in New York, told TODAY why some lip balms could do more harm than good.

(3º§)To start with, they discussed why your lips might be chapped in the first place. The cold weather can wreak havoc on them as the skin is very thin, so they're more likely to dry out, Dr Gohara said. Meanwhile, Dr Camp noted that the delicate skin of your pout can easily be irritated by ingredients in skincare or food, yeast or bacteria, and even enzymes in saliva.

(4º§)You might also not be giving them enough love: lot's of people forget about their lips when they're moisturising their face. But if your lips are dry and chapped not long after you apply your balm, you just might be using the wrong kind.

(5º§)Four things to avoid in a lip balm:

1.Tingly balms

2. Fragrances

3. Flavouring agents

4. Dyes

(6º§)Dr Camp said these might cause allergic contact dermatitis, a type of eczema triggered by contact with a particular substance. And if your lips are dry, cracked, red, scaly and itchy, you might have developed a sensitivity to an ingredient in your lip balm, he added. Moral of the story, check your lip balm ingredients.

(7º§)Since you're doing that, there are a few ingredients that will help hydrate your pout. Dr Camp said you want to look for ingredients that will help trap water in the skin while keeping it moisturized for a long period of time. "Ingredients like beeswax, olive oil, castor oil, coconut oil, and shea butter are often used for this purpose," he said.

(8º§)You should also be wearing a salve with SPF to protect your lips from the sun. Meanwhile, Dr Gohara said that your ideal balm will have a combination of humectants (like hyaluronic acid and glycerin), which draw moisture into the skin, and occlusives (such as shea butter and mineral oil), which lock moisture in.

(9º§)The NHS recommended you use one containing petroleum jelly or beeswax. It said: "Try a few different lip balms if one is not working for you - some people may be sensitive to some fragrances, dyes or cosmetic ingredients."

(10º§)As long as you're using the right type of balm, Dr Gohara said you can apply it multiple times a day. According to Dr Camp, it's best to put on lip balm once in the morning and once before bed. There are other ways of preventing dry lips too.

(11º§)Lisa Borg, skin specialist and nutritionist at the Pulse Light Clinc, said the best thing you can do is drink plenty of fluids throughout the day. Preferably quality water as opposed to dehydrating coffee and fizzy drinks, she noted.

(12º§)Lisa also recommended eating foods that simulate saliva production, such as apples, cucumbers, tomatoes, courgettes, watermelon, lemons, and crunchy fibrous vegetables like carrots and celery. Meanwhile, the NHS said you should wash your hands before applying lip balm and cover your lips with a scarf when you're outside in cold weather. If you're outdoors, use a balm with SPF 15 or more every two hours, it added.

(13º§)Common causes of dry lips: cold weather, dry air or wind; damage from the sun; dehydration; a lip injury; allergies; and lack of vitamins and minerals. If you have sore or dry lips, you should avoid: picking or biting any flaky skin on your lips - this can slow down healing; licking dry or cracked lips - this can make them sore; and sharing lip balms with other people - this can spread germs.


(adapted) -wwrongg-pu--chappeed .uk/health/21661055/dermatologist-using-lip-balm-wrong-pout-chapped/

Choose the alternative that presents an example of anaphora.

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Q2606988 Inglês

Read the dialogue.


A: So, I’ve decided that I’ll move to the big city to look for a dream job.

B: You know, that sounds like a good idea.

C: Well, actually you ought to make decisions about your future.

B: Right.

A: Anyway, I was wondering if either of you would help me find a furnished apartment to rent.

B: Look, I’m like...very busy during the week, I mean, I'm trying to catch up with my deadline.

C: I’m in the same boat.

A: What about the weekend? Say, Saturday afternoon? You both could take turns, and later we might grab some beers.

B: Fine with me!

C: Count me in!


The words reproducing pause, hesitation, redundancy, etc, present in the dialogue in abbreviated or full form are:

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Q2606981 Inglês

Analyse the sentences to indicate the ones with inconsistencies.


a. I can not agree to you in this situation.

b. Adriane had been marrried to Phil for so long when he died.

c. We’re just at the time to catch the train to Liverpool.

d. Sophia invests her money in the stock market.

e. Have you ever been to Singapore, Leonard?

f. Although he is a senior citizen, he can run very fast.

g. She is not only overweight but also lazy.

h. Megan apologized to Hugh for being so rude.

i. Our neighbor was charged with assault and battery.

j. Bela is so charming and beautiful as her sister but she is not a model.

l. Since he was deeply furious I said nothing.

m. Stop peering at my e-mails, that’s not your business! 

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Q2585233 Inglês

In phonology, what is the term for the phenomenon in which one sound becomes more similar to a neighboring sound, resulting in two sounds becoming more alike, such as altering the pronunciation of "handbag" to "hambag" due to the influence of adjacent sounds?

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Q2585229 Inglês

What are the major historical influences that contributed to the formation of the English language as we know it today, and how did they impact its vocabulary and grammar?

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Q2585218 Inglês

In the context of language as discourse, when considering the essential elements for effective communication within a specific situation, which of the following factors should be taken into consideration in ensuring successful interaction?

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Q2562618 Inglês
Read the text below.

Not all stressed syllables are of equal importance. Some stressed syllables have greater prominence than others, and form the nucleus, or focal point, of an intonation pattern. We may describe a nucleus as a strongly stressed syllable which marks a major change of pitch direction, i.e. where the pitch goes up or down.
LEECH, G.; SVARTVIK, J., 2012, p. 36.

So, it is very important
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Q2555464 Inglês

        Digital technology is everywhere, and it is changing the way citizens behave. From working patterns to the day-to-day services we use and the places we live, there is no aspect of modern life that remains untouched by digital tools and solutions. This represents both the biggest challenge and opportunity for public sector organizations as they seek to engage citizens and create future-proofed, sustainably-minded societies.

         The public sector plays a key role in setting the sustainability agenda for society, including the approach to circularity and recycling. While private sector companies can greatly influence the successful achievement of sustainability targets, the public sector bears the responsibility for outlining how society can achieve these goals more broadly at both national and local levels. By embracing the same digital technologies that are transforming their citizens’ lives, public sector organizations can help pivot society towards a more sustainable tomorrow.

         In addition, there has been a rise of smart cities and the circular economy. Urban areas account for 75% of global carbon dioxide emissions, and the 100 cities with the greatest footprints account for 18% of global emissions. But there are more than 70 cities worldwide pledging to become carbon neutral by 2050.

         Public sector actors can fuel sustainable transformation by releasing capital to invest in sustainable city transformation projects and smart cities. By tapping into the value of data and green infrastructure, smart cities can combat climate risks and become more resilient to the many unexpected events of today’s increasingly unpredictable world. These cities can support the decoupling of resource use and environmental impacts by diffusing circular economy approaches to production and consumption.


Internet:<pulse.microsoft.com> (adapted). 

Based on the ideas presented in the previous text, as well as on its linguistic aspects, judge the following item. 


The segment “more than”, in the last sentence of the third paragraph, can be correctly replaced with over than without changing the meaning of the text.

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Q2510822 Inglês
Em qual opção abaixo não há uma correta correlação entre a palavra e sua pronúncia?
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Q2502377 Inglês

Crazy Horse


    Crazy Horse (Tasunke Witko, 1840-1877) was an Oglala Lakota Sioux warrior and warband leader considered among the greatest defenders of Sioux lands against the forces of the US government in the 19th century. He is one of the most famous Native American figures in history and among the Sioux's most honored heroes. Although he is often referred to as a "chief", Crazy Horse was actually a "Shirt Wearer" – a kind of "subchief" – who carried out the decisions of the council and also served as a war chief of a given band of warriors. Even so, Crazy Horse inspired such devotion in his followers that he was regarded as a "chief" and is referenced as such by others.


    His name, Tasunke Witko (Crazy Horse), is accurately translated as "His Crazy Horse" or "His Horse is Crazy" and was his father's and grandfather's name, seemingly referencing a horse that behaved erratically. According to Black Elk, however, the name correlated to Crazy Horse's famous vision in which he saw his horse dancing as though "made only of shadow" in a strange or "crazy" way.


    Crazy Horse dedicated himself to opposing the US military as early as 1854 following the Grattan Fight (Grattan Massacre) and the subsequent massacre of Little Thunder's camp in 1855 by Colonel William S. Harney. He continued his resistance over the next eleven years and was named a "Shirt Wearer" in 1865. He fought in the Battle of Plate River Bridge (1865), Red Cloud's War (1866-1868), the Battle of the Rosebud (1876), and the Battle of the Little Bighorn (1876). His last full-scale engagement with US forces was the Battle of Wolf Mountain in January 1877.


World History Encyclopedia. Adaptation.

Consider the pronunciation in American English. The “ch” sound in “chief” is the same as the one in:
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Q2423529 Inglês

The sentence below can be classified as:


“If I get late, start the meeting without me.”

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Q2410918 Inglês

Mark the alternative that does NOT have words that have the same sound in the pronunciation.

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Q2410570 Inglês

Mark the alternative in which the words do NOT have the same sound in their pronunciation.

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Q2403485 Inglês

Regarding the voiced and unvoiced ‘th’ sounds /ð,θ/, identify the sequence that is incoherent.

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Q2403482 Inglês

With regards to the vowel sound /әυ/, identify the sequence that is incoherent.

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Q2403480 Inglês

Which one of the following verbs is pronounced with a “t” sound at the end, in opposition to “d” and “id” sounds?

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Respostas
281: C
282: B
283: D
284: A
285: E
286: C
287: B
288: B
289: A
290: C
291: B
292: E
293: D
294: C
295: A
296: D
297: B
298: E
299: D
300: E