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Comentadas sobre interpretação de texto | reading comprehension em inglês
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Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695700
Inglês
The British colonial expansion led to the spread of the English language across various regions
globally. Today, several countries speak English due to these colonial ventures, including nations in
Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.
Which of the following lists includes only countries where English is spoken as a result of British colonialism?
Which of the following lists includes only countries where English is spoken as a result of British colonialism?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695699
Inglês
Review the statements below about journalistic text genres and decide whether they are correct or not:
I. Giving a detailed analysis of the event is the function of a “headline”. II. Without including the writer’s personal views, a “news report” should stick to the facts. III. Being neutral and based purely on facts is the purpose of “opinion pieces”. IV. To critically analyze news, it is essential to understand and recognize bias. V. The opinions of the publication’s editorial team are represented by “editorials”.
Choose the option where the statements are correctly identified:
I. Giving a detailed analysis of the event is the function of a “headline”. II. Without including the writer’s personal views, a “news report” should stick to the facts. III. Being neutral and based purely on facts is the purpose of “opinion pieces”. IV. To critically analyze news, it is essential to understand and recognize bias. V. The opinions of the publication’s editorial team are represented by “editorials”.
Choose the option where the statements are correctly identified:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695690
Inglês
Read the following dialogue.
Mark: Did you hear what happened to Tom?
Lisa: No, what’s going on?
Mark: Well, he tried to sabotage Sarah’s project to make her look bad, but the boss found out he was
the one behind it. Now he’s the one in trouble.
Lisa: Wow, that’s crazy! I guess he got hoist with his own petard.
What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression “to be hoist with one's own petard”?
Mark: Did you hear what happened to Tom?
Lisa: No, what’s going on?
Mark: Well, he tried to sabotage Sarah’s project to make her look bad, but the boss found out he was
the one behind it. Now he’s the one in trouble.
Lisa: Wow, that’s crazy! I guess he got hoist with his own petard.
What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression “to be hoist with one's own petard”?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695687
Inglês
Read the excerpt to answer the question.
“We die to each other daily. What we know of other people is only our memory of the moments during which we knew them. And they have changed since then. To pretend that they and we are the same is a useful and convenient social convention which must sometimes be broken. We must also remember that at every meeting we are meeting a stranger.”
― T.S. Eliot, The Cocktail Party
It is incorrect what is stated in:
“We die to each other daily. What we know of other people is only our memory of the moments during which we knew them. And they have changed since then. To pretend that they and we are the same is a useful and convenient social convention which must sometimes be broken. We must also remember that at every meeting we are meeting a stranger.”
― T.S. Eliot, The Cocktail Party
It is incorrect what is stated in:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695686
Inglês
Texto associado
“Eldorado
Gaily bedight,
A gallant knight,
In sunshine and in shadow,
Had journeyed long,
Singing a song,
In search of Eldorado.
But he grew old—
This knight so bold—
And o’er his heart a shadow—
Fell as he found
No spot of ground
That looked like Eldorado.
And, as his strength
Failed him at length,
He met a pilgrim shadow—
‘Shadow,’ said he,
‘Where can it be—
This land of Eldorado?’
‘Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,’
The shade replied,—
‘If you seek for Eldorado!”
― Edgar Allen Poe, The Complete Stories and Poems
What is the most likely symbolism of Eldorado in the poem?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695685
Inglês
Texto associado
“Eldorado
Gaily bedight,
A gallant knight,
In sunshine and in shadow,
Had journeyed long,
Singing a song,
In search of Eldorado.
But he grew old—
This knight so bold—
And o’er his heart a shadow—
Fell as he found
No spot of ground
That looked like Eldorado.
And, as his strength
Failed him at length,
He met a pilgrim shadow—
‘Shadow,’ said he,
‘Where can it be—
This land of Eldorado?’
‘Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,’
The shade replied,—
‘If you seek for Eldorado!”
― Edgar Allen Poe, The Complete Stories and Poems
In the third stanza of the poem Eldorado, to whom does the word “he” refer in the lines “‘Shadow,’
said he, ‘Where can it be— This land of Eldorado’?”
Ano: 2025
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Varginha - MG
Prova:
Avança SP - 2025 - Prefeitura de Varginha - MG - Professor PII - Língua Inglesa |
Q3695682
Inglês
Texto associado
“Eldorado
Gaily bedight,
A gallant knight,
In sunshine and in shadow,
Had journeyed long,
Singing a song,
In search of Eldorado.
But he grew old—
This knight so bold—
And o’er his heart a shadow—
Fell as he found
No spot of ground
That looked like Eldorado.
And, as his strength
Failed him at length,
He met a pilgrim shadow—
‘Shadow,’ said he,
‘Where can it be—
This land of Eldorado?’
‘Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,’
The shade replied,—
‘If you seek for Eldorado!”
― Edgar Allen Poe, The Complete Stories and Poems
What does the expression “o’er” stand for in the line “And o'er his heart a shadow”?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
CPCON
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB
Prova:
CPCON - 2025 - Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB - Professor P3 - Língua Inglesa |
Q3694497
Inglês
Read the excerpt below and answer the question that follows.
“Reflective practice is often praised as a cornerstone of teacher development, ___ it may also generate discomfort, since it forces educators to question long-held beliefs about their professional identity.”
Which conjunction best completes the sentence, preserving the intended meaning of contrast and concession within an academic register?
“Reflective practice is often praised as a cornerstone of teacher development, ___ it may also generate discomfort, since it forces educators to question long-held beliefs about their professional identity.”
Which conjunction best completes the sentence, preserving the intended meaning of contrast and concession within an academic register?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
CPCON
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB
Prova:
CPCON - 2025 - Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB - Professor P3 - Língua Inglesa |
Q3694496
Inglês
Texto associado
Read the text 2 and answer question
Text 2
The concept of World Englishes highlights the diversification of English into different and locally grounded varieties. Rather than
being seen as mere deviations from a single “standard,” forms such as Indian English or Nigerian English show how English adapts to
sociolinguistic contexts shaped by multilingualism and postcolonial histories. These localized varieties differ in vocabulary,
pronunciation, pragmatics, and even grammar, yet remain systematic and rule-governed. Recognizing this reality questions the idea of
a single, uniform English and reframes the language as having multiple centers of influence. For teaching, this means that instead of
promoting only one model, English education should engage critically with linguistic diversity and with the social and cultural values
attached to different varieties.
Source: Kachru, Braj B., Kachru, Yamuna, Nelson, Cecil L. The Handbook of World Englishes. Australia: Blackwell Publishin. 2006. (Adapted)
Pedagogically, the recognition of English as pluricentric entails that:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
CPCON
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB
Prova:
CPCON - 2025 - Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB - Professor P3 - Língua Inglesa |
Q3694495
Inglês
Texto associado
Read the text 2 and answer question
Text 2
The concept of World Englishes highlights the diversification of English into different and locally grounded varieties. Rather than
being seen as mere deviations from a single “standard,” forms such as Indian English or Nigerian English show how English adapts to
sociolinguistic contexts shaped by multilingualism and postcolonial histories. These localized varieties differ in vocabulary,
pronunciation, pragmatics, and even grammar, yet remain systematic and rule-governed. Recognizing this reality questions the idea of
a single, uniform English and reframes the language as having multiple centers of influence. For teaching, this means that instead of
promoting only one model, English education should engage critically with linguistic diversity and with the social and cultural values
attached to different varieties.
Source: Kachru, Braj B., Kachru, Yamuna, Nelson, Cecil L. The Handbook of World Englishes. Australia: Blackwell Publishin. 2006. (Adapted)
In line with the text, the notion of World Englishes primarily challenges:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
CPCON
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB
Prova:
CPCON - 2025 - Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB - Professor P3 - Língua Inglesa |
Q3694494
Inglês
Texto associado
Read the text 1 to answer question.
Text 1
How Scammers Exploit Variations of Your Logins
The first you know about it is when a scammer accesses one of your accounts. You've been careful with your details, but you've made a
mistake: recycling part of your password. Reusing the same word, even if altered with numbers or symbols, gives criminals an open
door.
An ethical “white hat” hacker named Brandyn Murtagh says information obtained through data breaches on sites such as DropBox and
Tumblr and through cyber-attacks has been circulating on the internet for some time. Using this info, criminals try to log into other
websites using the exact hacked passwords—a practice called credential stuffing. But in some cases they do not just try the exact
passwords from the hacked data: as well as credential stuffing, the fraudsters also attempt to access accounts with derivations of the
hacked password. For example, if your password was “Guardian,” they might automatically try “Guardian1” or “Guardian!”.
According to Virgin Media O2, four out of five people use the same or similar passwords, making this a major vulnerability.
What the scam looks like. The criminals use scripts – automated sets of instructions for the computer – to go through variations of the
passwords in an attempt to access other accounts. This can happen on an industrial scale, says Murtagh. “It's very rare that you are
targeted as an individual – you are [usually] in a group of thousands of people that are getting targeted. These processes scale just like
they would in business,” he says. You might be alerted by messages saying that you have been trying to change your email address or
other details connected to an account.
To protect yourself, Murtagh recommends three key steps:
1. Change variations: Immediately change any passwords that use the same root word, starting with your most important
accounts: banking, email, work, and mobile.
2. Use password managers: These tools, often built into web browsers, can suggest and save complex, unique passwords.
3. Enable 2FA/MFA: Two- or multi-factor authentication adds a second login step, making it much harder for a scammer to get
in.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/sep/14/password1-scammers-logins-two-step-verification-hackers Accessed on: 09.17.2025 (Adapted)
Based on the provided text, which of the following practices is considered a proactive measure for enhancing digital security?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
CPCON
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB
Prova:
CPCON - 2025 - Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB - Professor P3 - Língua Inglesa |
Q3694493
Inglês
Texto associado
Read the text 1 to answer question.
Text 1
How Scammers Exploit Variations of Your Logins
The first you know about it is when a scammer accesses one of your accounts. You've been careful with your details, but you've made a
mistake: recycling part of your password. Reusing the same word, even if altered with numbers or symbols, gives criminals an open
door.
An ethical “white hat” hacker named Brandyn Murtagh says information obtained through data breaches on sites such as DropBox and
Tumblr and through cyber-attacks has been circulating on the internet for some time. Using this info, criminals try to log into other
websites using the exact hacked passwords—a practice called credential stuffing. But in some cases they do not just try the exact
passwords from the hacked data: as well as credential stuffing, the fraudsters also attempt to access accounts with derivations of the
hacked password. For example, if your password was “Guardian,” they might automatically try “Guardian1” or “Guardian!”.
According to Virgin Media O2, four out of five people use the same or similar passwords, making this a major vulnerability.
What the scam looks like. The criminals use scripts – automated sets of instructions for the computer – to go through variations of the
passwords in an attempt to access other accounts. This can happen on an industrial scale, says Murtagh. “It's very rare that you are
targeted as an individual – you are [usually] in a group of thousands of people that are getting targeted. These processes scale just like
they would in business,” he says. You might be alerted by messages saying that you have been trying to change your email address or
other details connected to an account.
To protect yourself, Murtagh recommends three key steps:
1. Change variations: Immediately change any passwords that use the same root word, starting with your most important
accounts: banking, email, work, and mobile.
2. Use password managers: These tools, often built into web browsers, can suggest and save complex, unique passwords.
3. Enable 2FA/MFA: Two- or multi-factor authentication adds a second login step, making it much harder for a scammer to get
in.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/sep/14/password1-scammers-logins-two-step-verification-hackers Accessed on: 09.17.2025 (Adapted)
What is the difference between “credential stuffing” and how fraudsters exploit “derivations” to gain access?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
CPCON
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB
Prova:
CPCON - 2025 - Prefeitura de São Francisco - PB - Professor P3 - Língua Inglesa |
Q3694492
Inglês
Texto associado
Read the text 1 to answer question.
Text 1
How Scammers Exploit Variations of Your Logins
The first you know about it is when a scammer accesses one of your accounts. You've been careful with your details, but you've made a
mistake: recycling part of your password. Reusing the same word, even if altered with numbers or symbols, gives criminals an open
door.
An ethical “white hat” hacker named Brandyn Murtagh says information obtained through data breaches on sites such as DropBox and
Tumblr and through cyber-attacks has been circulating on the internet for some time. Using this info, criminals try to log into other
websites using the exact hacked passwords—a practice called credential stuffing. But in some cases they do not just try the exact
passwords from the hacked data: as well as credential stuffing, the fraudsters also attempt to access accounts with derivations of the
hacked password. For example, if your password was “Guardian,” they might automatically try “Guardian1” or “Guardian!”.
According to Virgin Media O2, four out of five people use the same or similar passwords, making this a major vulnerability.
What the scam looks like. The criminals use scripts – automated sets of instructions for the computer – to go through variations of the
passwords in an attempt to access other accounts. This can happen on an industrial scale, says Murtagh. “It's very rare that you are
targeted as an individual – you are [usually] in a group of thousands of people that are getting targeted. These processes scale just like
they would in business,” he says. You might be alerted by messages saying that you have been trying to change your email address or
other details connected to an account.
To protect yourself, Murtagh recommends three key steps:
1. Change variations: Immediately change any passwords that use the same root word, starting with your most important
accounts: banking, email, work, and mobile.
2. Use password managers: These tools, often built into web browsers, can suggest and save complex, unique passwords.
3. Enable 2FA/MFA: Two- or multi-factor authentication adds a second login step, making it much harder for a scammer to get
in.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/money/2025/sep/14/password1-scammers-logins-two-step-verification-hackers Accessed on: 09.17.2025 (Adapted)
According to the text, what is the CORRECT definition to “ derivation” of a password in the context of a scam?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Seara - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2025 - Prefeitura de Seara - SC - Professor de Inglês - Edital nº 1 |
Q3686599
Inglês
Texto associado
O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder à questão.
Humanoid Robots in Hotels Stir Curiosity and
Concern as Global Use Expands
Hotels around the world are increasingly embracing
humanoid robots at check-in desks, lobby information
points, and even for room service, but the trend is raising
eyebrows among guests, researchers and hoteliers alike.
Last week, a viral TikTok video fromTokyo's Henn-na
Hotel showed a startled guest stepping back from a
humanoid check-in robot. As the machine offered
instructions, she stammered, "Don't look at me," a
moment that highlights discomfort with robots that
mimic—but fail to fully replicate—human behavior. The
reaction reflects the classic "uncanny valley"
phenomenon, where lifelike machines produce a sense
of unease, rather than delight.
Indeed, Henn-na itself has scaled back on its robot
deployment: it retired more than half of its original roster
of 240 androids by 2019, citing technical glitches and
guest complaints. Still, not all experiences are negative.
A 2023 survey from Boutique Hotelier found 61% of
travelers had favorable reactions to service robots, even
if nearly 29% admitted to feeling afraid to approach one.
Investment in hospitality robotics continues to escalate.
The global market, valued at approximately $567 million
in 2023, is projected to reach $2.2 billion by 2030, with a
CAGR near 21.5%. While humanoid receptionists earn
the spotlight, many hotels are quietly deploying delivery,
luggage-handling, cleaning, and disinfection robots to
streamline operations without overshadowing guests.
Major chains have taken note. Marriott and Hilton use
Relay and Savioke robots to deliver amenities to guest
rooms. Aloft and IHG properties in Asia deploy concierge
bots like Connie, powered by IBM Watson. Meanwhile,
Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas introduced a version of
"Pepper" in 2017 as a lobby greeter, but today it fulfills
more of an entertainment role than a functional one.
These varied experiments point to a shifting hospitality
mindset. Robots are increasingly seen not as novelties,
but as efficiency tools. In many properties, housekeeping
tasks are now scheduled via AI-driven work order
platforms, predictive maintenance prevents broken door
locks before guests arrive, and dynamic pricing engines
optimize revenue. Humanoid robots often serve as
marketing headlines, while automation remains the real
operational focus.
Henn-na's evolution encapsulates this balance. Opened
in 2015 in Nagasaki and later franchising globally, the
hotel scaled back after staffing and function issues
became clear. Today, human staff handle most tasks,
with robots reserved for novelty greetings and sample
deliveries in select areas. The hybrid model highlights
that technology is best embraced when it supports—not
replaces—hospitality staff.
Engineers are working to soften the uncanny valley.
SoftBank Robotics' latest machines, for instance, sport
smoother motions, improved speech recognition, and
context-aware gestures. Bt. Robotics, another emerging
player, is working to enhance robots' ability to recognize
individual guests and understand local cultural cues—a
step toward more personalized service.
However, UC Berkeley roboticist Ken Goldberg's old
adage still rings true: people are most comfortable when
robots look and behave like robots. In hospitality, that
means using bots to lift luggage, sanitize rooms, or whisk
away towels, while leaving emotional intelligence to
human staff. Technology can take on repetitive or
hazardous tasks, but empathy and problem-solving
remain firmly in the human domain.
That said, humanoid robots aren't disappearing. High-end
resorts and tech-forward properties continue
experimenting with sophisticated bots as part of their
experience narrative. In South Korea, luxury hotels
feature robot butlers that can draw a bath or set room
ambiance. In China, hotel robots perform room service
duties while broadcasting real-time translation for foreign
guests.
The challenge for the industry lies in aligning form with
function. A futuristic check-in robot may attract press, but
if it breaks down mid-shift or stares blankly at guests, the
novelty becomes irritation. Meanwhile, back-of-house
bots that reliably deliver water bottles—or prevent
maintenance issues—create consistent value that can
actually enhance service quality.
Looking ahead, hoteliers who thoughtfully combine
robotics and human labor with precision and purpose will
lead the field. They will use robots not to replace staff,
but to elevate them—by making service smoother,
freeing human employees to engage deeper with guests,
and resetting expectations of what hospitality can be in
the contactless age.
https://hoteltechnologynews.com/2025/07/humanoid-robots-in-hotels-sti
r-curiosity-and-concern-as-global-use-expands/
When the author states that "back-of-house bots that
reliably deliver water bottles—or prevent maintenance
issues—create consistent value," this observation
implies:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Seara - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2025 - Prefeitura de Seara - SC - Professor de Inglês - Edital nº 1 |
Q3686597
Inglês
Texto associado
O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder à questão.
Humanoid Robots in Hotels Stir Curiosity and
Concern as Global Use Expands
Hotels around the world are increasingly embracing
humanoid robots at check-in desks, lobby information
points, and even for room service, but the trend is raising
eyebrows among guests, researchers and hoteliers alike.
Last week, a viral TikTok video fromTokyo's Henn-na
Hotel showed a startled guest stepping back from a
humanoid check-in robot. As the machine offered
instructions, she stammered, "Don't look at me," a
moment that highlights discomfort with robots that
mimic—but fail to fully replicate—human behavior. The
reaction reflects the classic "uncanny valley"
phenomenon, where lifelike machines produce a sense
of unease, rather than delight.
Indeed, Henn-na itself has scaled back on its robot
deployment: it retired more than half of its original roster
of 240 androids by 2019, citing technical glitches and
guest complaints. Still, not all experiences are negative.
A 2023 survey from Boutique Hotelier found 61% of
travelers had favorable reactions to service robots, even
if nearly 29% admitted to feeling afraid to approach one.
Investment in hospitality robotics continues to escalate.
The global market, valued at approximately $567 million
in 2023, is projected to reach $2.2 billion by 2030, with a
CAGR near 21.5%. While humanoid receptionists earn
the spotlight, many hotels are quietly deploying delivery,
luggage-handling, cleaning, and disinfection robots to
streamline operations without overshadowing guests.
Major chains have taken note. Marriott and Hilton use
Relay and Savioke robots to deliver amenities to guest
rooms. Aloft and IHG properties in Asia deploy concierge
bots like Connie, powered by IBM Watson. Meanwhile,
Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas introduced a version of
"Pepper" in 2017 as a lobby greeter, but today it fulfills
more of an entertainment role than a functional one.
These varied experiments point to a shifting hospitality
mindset. Robots are increasingly seen not as novelties,
but as efficiency tools. In many properties, housekeeping
tasks are now scheduled via AI-driven work order
platforms, predictive maintenance prevents broken door
locks before guests arrive, and dynamic pricing engines
optimize revenue. Humanoid robots often serve as
marketing headlines, while automation remains the real
operational focus.
Henn-na's evolution encapsulates this balance. Opened
in 2015 in Nagasaki and later franchising globally, the
hotel scaled back after staffing and function issues
became clear. Today, human staff handle most tasks,
with robots reserved for novelty greetings and sample
deliveries in select areas. The hybrid model highlights
that technology is best embraced when it supports—not
replaces—hospitality staff.
Engineers are working to soften the uncanny valley.
SoftBank Robotics' latest machines, for instance, sport
smoother motions, improved speech recognition, and
context-aware gestures. Bt. Robotics, another emerging
player, is working to enhance robots' ability to recognize
individual guests and understand local cultural cues—a
step toward more personalized service.
However, UC Berkeley roboticist Ken Goldberg's old
adage still rings true: people are most comfortable when
robots look and behave like robots. In hospitality, that
means using bots to lift luggage, sanitize rooms, or whisk
away towels, while leaving emotional intelligence to
human staff. Technology can take on repetitive or
hazardous tasks, but empathy and problem-solving
remain firmly in the human domain.
That said, humanoid robots aren't disappearing. High-end
resorts and tech-forward properties continue
experimenting with sophisticated bots as part of their
experience narrative. In South Korea, luxury hotels
feature robot butlers that can draw a bath or set room
ambiance. In China, hotel robots perform room service
duties while broadcasting real-time translation for foreign
guests.
The challenge for the industry lies in aligning form with
function. A futuristic check-in robot may attract press, but
if it breaks down mid-shift or stares blankly at guests, the
novelty becomes irritation. Meanwhile, back-of-house
bots that reliably deliver water bottles—or prevent
maintenance issues—create consistent value that can
actually enhance service quality.
Looking ahead, hoteliers who thoughtfully combine
robotics and human labor with precision and purpose will
lead the field. They will use robots not to replace staff,
but to elevate them—by making service smoother,
freeing human employees to engage deeper with guests,
and resetting expectations of what hospitality can be in
the contactless age.
https://hoteltechnologynews.com/2025/07/humanoid-robots-in-hotels-sti
r-curiosity-and-concern-as-global-use-expands/
In the phrase "hoteliers who thoughtfully combine
robotics and human labor with precision and purpose will
lead the field," the expression "lead the field" most
appropriately means:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Seara - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2025 - Prefeitura de Seara - SC - Professor de Inglês - Edital nº 1 |
Q3686595
Inglês
Texto associado
O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder à questão.
Humanoid Robots in Hotels Stir Curiosity and
Concern as Global Use Expands
Hotels around the world are increasingly embracing
humanoid robots at check-in desks, lobby information
points, and even for room service, but the trend is raising
eyebrows among guests, researchers and hoteliers alike.
Last week, a viral TikTok video fromTokyo's Henn-na
Hotel showed a startled guest stepping back from a
humanoid check-in robot. As the machine offered
instructions, she stammered, "Don't look at me," a
moment that highlights discomfort with robots that
mimic—but fail to fully replicate—human behavior. The
reaction reflects the classic "uncanny valley"
phenomenon, where lifelike machines produce a sense
of unease, rather than delight.
Indeed, Henn-na itself has scaled back on its robot
deployment: it retired more than half of its original roster
of 240 androids by 2019, citing technical glitches and
guest complaints. Still, not all experiences are negative.
A 2023 survey from Boutique Hotelier found 61% of
travelers had favorable reactions to service robots, even
if nearly 29% admitted to feeling afraid to approach one.
Investment in hospitality robotics continues to escalate.
The global market, valued at approximately $567 million
in 2023, is projected to reach $2.2 billion by 2030, with a
CAGR near 21.5%. While humanoid receptionists earn
the spotlight, many hotels are quietly deploying delivery,
luggage-handling, cleaning, and disinfection robots to
streamline operations without overshadowing guests.
Major chains have taken note. Marriott and Hilton use
Relay and Savioke robots to deliver amenities to guest
rooms. Aloft and IHG properties in Asia deploy concierge
bots like Connie, powered by IBM Watson. Meanwhile,
Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas introduced a version of
"Pepper" in 2017 as a lobby greeter, but today it fulfills
more of an entertainment role than a functional one.
These varied experiments point to a shifting hospitality
mindset. Robots are increasingly seen not as novelties,
but as efficiency tools. In many properties, housekeeping
tasks are now scheduled via AI-driven work order
platforms, predictive maintenance prevents broken door
locks before guests arrive, and dynamic pricing engines
optimize revenue. Humanoid robots often serve as
marketing headlines, while automation remains the real
operational focus.
Henn-na's evolution encapsulates this balance. Opened
in 2015 in Nagasaki and later franchising globally, the
hotel scaled back after staffing and function issues
became clear. Today, human staff handle most tasks,
with robots reserved for novelty greetings and sample
deliveries in select areas. The hybrid model highlights
that technology is best embraced when it supports—not
replaces—hospitality staff.
Engineers are working to soften the uncanny valley.
SoftBank Robotics' latest machines, for instance, sport
smoother motions, improved speech recognition, and
context-aware gestures. Bt. Robotics, another emerging
player, is working to enhance robots' ability to recognize
individual guests and understand local cultural cues—a
step toward more personalized service.
However, UC Berkeley roboticist Ken Goldberg's old
adage still rings true: people are most comfortable when
robots look and behave like robots. In hospitality, that
means using bots to lift luggage, sanitize rooms, or whisk
away towels, while leaving emotional intelligence to
human staff. Technology can take on repetitive or
hazardous tasks, but empathy and problem-solving
remain firmly in the human domain.
That said, humanoid robots aren't disappearing. High-end
resorts and tech-forward properties continue
experimenting with sophisticated bots as part of their
experience narrative. In South Korea, luxury hotels
feature robot butlers that can draw a bath or set room
ambiance. In China, hotel robots perform room service
duties while broadcasting real-time translation for foreign
guests.
The challenge for the industry lies in aligning form with
function. A futuristic check-in robot may attract press, but
if it breaks down mid-shift or stares blankly at guests, the
novelty becomes irritation. Meanwhile, back-of-house
bots that reliably deliver water bottles—or prevent
maintenance issues—create consistent value that can
actually enhance service quality.
Looking ahead, hoteliers who thoughtfully combine
robotics and human labor with precision and purpose will
lead the field. They will use robots not to replace staff,
but to elevate them—by making service smoother,
freeing human employees to engage deeper with guests,
and resetting expectations of what hospitality can be in
the contactless age.
https://hoteltechnologynews.com/2025/07/humanoid-robots-in-hotels-sti
r-curiosity-and-concern-as-global-use-expands/
The word "However" at the beginning of the paragraph
"However, UC Berkeley roboticist Ken Goldberg's old
adage..." serves as:
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Banca:
AMAUC
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Prefeitura de Seara - SC
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Humanoid Robots in Hotels Stir Curiosity and
Concern as Global Use Expands
Hotels around the world are increasingly embracing
humanoid robots at check-in desks, lobby information
points, and even for room service, but the trend is raising
eyebrows among guests, researchers and hoteliers alike.
Last week, a viral TikTok video fromTokyo's Henn-na
Hotel showed a startled guest stepping back from a
humanoid check-in robot. As the machine offered
instructions, she stammered, "Don't look at me," a
moment that highlights discomfort with robots that
mimic—but fail to fully replicate—human behavior. The
reaction reflects the classic "uncanny valley"
phenomenon, where lifelike machines produce a sense
of unease, rather than delight.
Indeed, Henn-na itself has scaled back on its robot
deployment: it retired more than half of its original roster
of 240 androids by 2019, citing technical glitches and
guest complaints. Still, not all experiences are negative.
A 2023 survey from Boutique Hotelier found 61% of
travelers had favorable reactions to service robots, even
if nearly 29% admitted to feeling afraid to approach one.
Investment in hospitality robotics continues to escalate.
The global market, valued at approximately $567 million
in 2023, is projected to reach $2.2 billion by 2030, with a
CAGR near 21.5%. While humanoid receptionists earn
the spotlight, many hotels are quietly deploying delivery,
luggage-handling, cleaning, and disinfection robots to
streamline operations without overshadowing guests.
Major chains have taken note. Marriott and Hilton use
Relay and Savioke robots to deliver amenities to guest
rooms. Aloft and IHG properties in Asia deploy concierge
bots like Connie, powered by IBM Watson. Meanwhile,
Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas introduced a version of
"Pepper" in 2017 as a lobby greeter, but today it fulfills
more of an entertainment role than a functional one.
These varied experiments point to a shifting hospitality
mindset. Robots are increasingly seen not as novelties,
but as efficiency tools. In many properties, housekeeping
tasks are now scheduled via AI-driven work order
platforms, predictive maintenance prevents broken door
locks before guests arrive, and dynamic pricing engines
optimize revenue. Humanoid robots often serve as
marketing headlines, while automation remains the real
operational focus.
Henn-na's evolution encapsulates this balance. Opened
in 2015 in Nagasaki and later franchising globally, the
hotel scaled back after staffing and function issues
became clear. Today, human staff handle most tasks,
with robots reserved for novelty greetings and sample
deliveries in select areas. The hybrid model highlights
that technology is best embraced when it supports—not
replaces—hospitality staff.
Engineers are working to soften the uncanny valley.
SoftBank Robotics' latest machines, for instance, sport
smoother motions, improved speech recognition, and
context-aware gestures. Bt. Robotics, another emerging
player, is working to enhance robots' ability to recognize
individual guests and understand local cultural cues—a
step toward more personalized service.
However, UC Berkeley roboticist Ken Goldberg's old
adage still rings true: people are most comfortable when
robots look and behave like robots. In hospitality, that
means using bots to lift luggage, sanitize rooms, or whisk
away towels, while leaving emotional intelligence to
human staff. Technology can take on repetitive or
hazardous tasks, but empathy and problem-solving
remain firmly in the human domain.
That said, humanoid robots aren't disappearing. High-end
resorts and tech-forward properties continue
experimenting with sophisticated bots as part of their
experience narrative. In South Korea, luxury hotels
feature robot butlers that can draw a bath or set room
ambiance. In China, hotel robots perform room service
duties while broadcasting real-time translation for foreign
guests.
The challenge for the industry lies in aligning form with
function. A futuristic check-in robot may attract press, but
if it breaks down mid-shift or stares blankly at guests, the
novelty becomes irritation. Meanwhile, back-of-house
bots that reliably deliver water bottles—or prevent
maintenance issues—create consistent value that can
actually enhance service quality.
Looking ahead, hoteliers who thoughtfully combine
robotics and human labor with precision and purpose will
lead the field. They will use robots not to replace staff,
but to elevate them—by making service smoother,
freeing human employees to engage deeper with guests,
and resetting expectations of what hospitality can be in
the contactless age.
https://hoteltechnologynews.com/2025/07/humanoid-robots-in-hotels-sti
r-curiosity-and-concern-as-global-use-expands/
Based on the analysis of Henn-na Hotel's experience
with robots throughout the text, the author's stance on
robotics in hospitality can be characterized as:
Ano: 2025
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Seara - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2025 - Prefeitura de Seara - SC - Professor de Inglês - Edital nº 1 |
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Dig into SoCal's ancient roots on Archeology Day
Archaeology offers a window into the deep human past,
connecting modern communities with thousands of years
of history. California holds evidence of human activity
stretching back more than 12,000 years, from early
Native American settlements along the coast to artifacts
unearthed near Los Angeles and San Diego.
Southern California alone has yielded Paleo-Indian stone
tools more than 10,000 years old and village sites
occupied for millennia.
That legacy will be in focus Oct. 4, when the Santa
Monica Mountains National Recreation Area hosts its
10th annual Archaeology Day at King Gillette Ranch in
Calabasas.
The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the
recreation area's Interagency Visitor Center at 26876
Mulholland Hwy., as part of California Archaeology
Month.
Organizers say the event is designed to make
archaeology accessible, especially for young people.
Families can try hands-on excavation in a dig box, throw
spears with an atlatl, handle replica tools, and watch flint-knapping demonstrations that show how stone was
shaped into arrowheads. Genuine artifacts will be on
display, and children can earn a Junior Archaeologist
patch.
Local experts will give talks throughout the day. Speakers
include Ann Stannsell, Angeles District archaeologist with
California State Parks; Karla Saracay, a graduate student
at UCLA; and Devlin Gandy, a professional
archaeologist. An archaeology lab table will demonstrate
how specialists study artifacts, while local organizations
will share their ongoing work in the field.
The event, co-sponsored by the National Park Service
and California State Parks, also features performances
and food available from an on-site vendor. Parking is
free.
Organizers emphasize that archaeology is not about
dinosaurs—that's paleontology— but about
understanding how people lived in the past. Across the
state, archaeologists study ancient settlements, burial
sites and artifacts that trace California's cultural diversity
and environmental changes over thousands of years.
In a region steeped in archaeological significance, the
event provides an opportunity to unearth the stories that
shape Southern California's identity— one brushstroke,
bone fragment and dig at a time.
https://www.theacorn.com/articles/dig-into-socals-ancient-roots-on-arch
eology-day/
Effective text interpretation requires understanding both
explicit information and underlying implications within the
communicative context. The author's choice to include
the clarification "Organizers emphasize that archaeology
is not about dinosaurs—that's paleontology" suggests
what about the target audience's potential
misconceptions?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Seara - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2025 - Prefeitura de Seara - SC - Professor de Inglês - Edital nº 1 |
Q3686587
Inglês
Texto associado
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Dig into SoCal's ancient roots on Archeology Day
Archaeology offers a window into the deep human past,
connecting modern communities with thousands of years
of history. California holds evidence of human activity
stretching back more than 12,000 years, from early
Native American settlements along the coast to artifacts
unearthed near Los Angeles and San Diego.
Southern California alone has yielded Paleo-Indian stone
tools more than 10,000 years old and village sites
occupied for millennia.
That legacy will be in focus Oct. 4, when the Santa
Monica Mountains National Recreation Area hosts its
10th annual Archaeology Day at King Gillette Ranch in
Calabasas.
The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the
recreation area's Interagency Visitor Center at 26876
Mulholland Hwy., as part of California Archaeology
Month.
Organizers say the event is designed to make
archaeology accessible, especially for young people.
Families can try hands-on excavation in a dig box, throw
spears with an atlatl, handle replica tools, and watch flint-knapping demonstrations that show how stone was
shaped into arrowheads. Genuine artifacts will be on
display, and children can earn a Junior Archaeologist
patch.
Local experts will give talks throughout the day. Speakers
include Ann Stannsell, Angeles District archaeologist with
California State Parks; Karla Saracay, a graduate student
at UCLA; and Devlin Gandy, a professional
archaeologist. An archaeology lab table will demonstrate
how specialists study artifacts, while local organizations
will share their ongoing work in the field.
The event, co-sponsored by the National Park Service
and California State Parks, also features performances
and food available from an on-site vendor. Parking is
free.
Organizers emphasize that archaeology is not about
dinosaurs—that's paleontology— but about
understanding how people lived in the past. Across the
state, archaeologists study ancient settlements, burial
sites and artifacts that trace California's cultural diversity
and environmental changes over thousands of years.
In a region steeped in archaeological significance, the
event provides an opportunity to unearth the stories that
shape Southern California's identity— one brushstroke,
bone fragment and dig at a time.
https://www.theacorn.com/articles/dig-into-socals-ancient-roots-on-arch
eology-day/
Pronoun usage creates textual cohesion through
anaphoric and cataphoric references. In the sentence
"That legacy will be in focus Oct. 4", the demonstrative
pronoun "That" refers anaphorically to which specific
element in the preceding context?
Ano: 2025
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Seara - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2025 - Prefeitura de Seara - SC - Professor de Inglês - Edital nº 1 |
Q3686586
Inglês
Texto associado
O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder à questão.
Dig into SoCal's ancient roots on Archeology Day
Archaeology offers a window into the deep human past,
connecting modern communities with thousands of years
of history. California holds evidence of human activity
stretching back more than 12,000 years, from early
Native American settlements along the coast to artifacts
unearthed near Los Angeles and San Diego.
Southern California alone has yielded Paleo-Indian stone
tools more than 10,000 years old and village sites
occupied for millennia.
That legacy will be in focus Oct. 4, when the Santa
Monica Mountains National Recreation Area hosts its
10th annual Archaeology Day at King Gillette Ranch in
Calabasas.
The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the
recreation area's Interagency Visitor Center at 26876
Mulholland Hwy., as part of California Archaeology
Month.
Organizers say the event is designed to make
archaeology accessible, especially for young people.
Families can try hands-on excavation in a dig box, throw
spears with an atlatl, handle replica tools, and watch flint-knapping demonstrations that show how stone was
shaped into arrowheads. Genuine artifacts will be on
display, and children can earn a Junior Archaeologist
patch.
Local experts will give talks throughout the day. Speakers
include Ann Stannsell, Angeles District archaeologist with
California State Parks; Karla Saracay, a graduate student
at UCLA; and Devlin Gandy, a professional
archaeologist. An archaeology lab table will demonstrate
how specialists study artifacts, while local organizations
will share their ongoing work in the field.
The event, co-sponsored by the National Park Service
and California State Parks, also features performances
and food available from an on-site vendor. Parking is
free.
Organizers emphasize that archaeology is not about
dinosaurs—that's paleontology— but about
understanding how people lived in the past. Across the
state, archaeologists study ancient settlements, burial
sites and artifacts that trace California's cultural diversity
and environmental changes over thousands of years.
In a region steeped in archaeological significance, the
event provides an opportunity to unearth the stories that
shape Southern California's identity— one brushstroke,
bone fragment and dig at a time.
https://www.theacorn.com/articles/dig-into-socals-ancient-roots-on-arch
eology-day/
Advanced reading comprehension involves making
logical inferences based on textual evidence and
contextual clues. Given the detailed description of
hands-on activities and the emphasis on making
archaeology "accessible, especially for young people,"
what can be reasonably inferred about the organizers'
underlying educational philosophy?
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