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Sobre interpretação de texto | reading comprehension em inglês
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Ano: 2024
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FURB
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Prefeitura de Bombinhas - SC
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FURB - 2024 - Prefeitura de Bombinhas - SC - Professor de Língua Inglesa |
Q3397950
Inglês
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The Role of the Teacher in Promoting Intercultural
Approaches
Today, it would be an exaggeration to say that cultural
diversity is perceived as a problem within education
systems, since the teachers, in general, accept it and
have positive attitudes towards the contribution of
diversity. However, even if it is not a problem within the
school, one must nevertheless address its complexity.
Cultural diversity is not only an auspicious resource for
extra-curricular activities; it has a social dimension with
an impact on the life of the pupils and their parents. From
this point of view, it seems important to us that teachers
are aware of the issues concerning such themes as
integration, openness, social justice and equality.
Otherwise, it should be said that a certain number of
stereotypes persist and their effects should be thoroughly
examined within the school.
One of the theoretical foundations which seems
productive for us in promoting cultural diversity is
culturally relevant teaching. Indeed, further to exploiting
otherness as a resource, it subjects it to critical analysis
and in this way addresses inequalities connected with
cultural, social or ethnic affiliations. This form of teaching
addresses inequalities, but also takes the form of an
approach to combat them.
Finally, research has demonstrated the advantage of
opening the teaching profession to people from diverse
origins. Indeed, their knowledge and the resemblance
between their own experiences and those of their pupils,
particularly those with cultural minority origins, contribute
an educational added-value. Furthermore, we believe
that the experiences of these teachers may represent a
resource for the educational enterprise, while accepting
its limits: the need for each individual to choose their own
affiliation and not to be assigned an identity that could be
detrimental.
(Based and adapted from AKKARI, Abdeljalil;
RADHOUANE, Myriam. Intercultural approaches to
education: From theory to practice. Springer Nature,
2022.)
Consider the following statement about the use of modal
verbs in the text:
I. The modal verb 'would', in the first sentence of the text, is used to express a hypothesis.
II. The use of the modal verb 'may', in the last paragraph, expresses something that is likely to happen.
III. Modal verbs do not have any impact in the meaning of this text.
It is correct what is stated in:
I. The modal verb 'would', in the first sentence of the text, is used to express a hypothesis.
II. The use of the modal verb 'may', in the last paragraph, expresses something that is likely to happen.
III. Modal verbs do not have any impact in the meaning of this text.
It is correct what is stated in:
Ano: 2024
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IV - UFG
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Turvânia - GO
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IV - UFG - 2024 - Prefeitura de Turvânia - GO - Professor de Inglês |
Q3396883
Inglês
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Leia o Texto 5 para responder às questões 48 e 49.
Texto 5
This activity can be set up without the trainees opening their books
1. You need one copy of the text below for each pair of trainees. Stick the copies around the room. One person in each pair should run to the text, read a chunk, go back to their partner and dictate it. The listener should write down what they hear and the runner should go back for the next part. The winners are the first pair to finish. As pairs finish, take a copy of the text off the wall and ask them to compare what they have written with the original. Pairs who finish early can consider the question at the end of the text.
You get a text message, you read it and you text back. You read an interesting newspaper story and you tell someone about it. You go to a lecture and you take notes. And you pass on some juicy gossip that you just heard. So, outside the classroom, language skills are not always used in isolation. They tend to be combined. Think back so the last lesson you taught. Were any skills combined?
2. Allow the trainees a little time to gather their ideas before reporting back in open class.
THORNBURY, S.; WATKINS, P. The CELTA Course: Trainer's Manual, Cambridge University Press - ELT, 2007. p. 67.
O objetivo da atividade descrita no texto é fazer com que os
professores em formação
Ano: 2024
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IV - UFG
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Prefeitura de Turvânia - GO
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IV - UFG - 2024 - Prefeitura de Turvânia - GO - Professor de Inglês |
Q3396881
Inglês
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Texto 3
GEOFF, B. Assessment. In: CARTER, R.; NUNAN, D. (Eds.) The Cambridge Guide to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, p. 137, 2001.
Considering the structural elements of both texts,
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IV - UFG
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Prefeitura de Turvânia - GO
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Q3396876
Inglês
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Leia o Texto 2 para responder à questão
TEXTO 2
A partir da leitura do texto, infere-se que os sistemas de
inteligência artificial
Ano: 2024
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Fundação CETREDE
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE
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Fundação CETREDE - 2024 - Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE - Professor de Educação Básica - Língua Inglesa |
Q3392423
Inglês
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The Impact of Globali-zation: Opportunities and Challenges
In today’s interconnected world, the concept of globalization plays a significant role. Globalization refers to the increased interconnectedness of people, cultures, economies, and nations across the globe. It has been driven by advances in technology, trade, and communication, making the world a smaller and more interdependent place.
One of the most noticeable aspects of globalization is the rise of multinational corporations. Companies like Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola have a global presence and impact. They operate in multiple countries, manufacture products in one part of the world, and sell them in another. This has led to greater access to goods and services for consumers worldwide but has also raised questions about economic inequality and exploitation.
Globalization has also transformed the way we communicate. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from different corners of the world. Information and news now travel at lightning speed, influencing public opinion and shaping global events. However, this instant connectivity has also brought concerns about privacy, misinformation, and cyberbullying.
The impact of globalization is evident in culture and lifestyle as well. The exchange of music, movies, and fashion trends between countries has created a global pop culture. People can enjoy sushi in New York, listen to K-pop in Brazil, or watch Hollywood movies in India. While this cultural exchange can be enriching, it has also led to fears of cultural homogenization and the loss of local traditions.
In conclusion, globalization has profoundly affected our world in various ways, from economics to culture to communication. It has opened up opportunities and posed challenges that societies must address in our interconnected global community.
FONTE: Adapted from: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/ globalization. Accessed on October 10, 2023.
What summarizes the overall impact of globalization as described in the text?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
Fundação CETREDE
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE
Prova:
Fundação CETREDE - 2024 - Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE - Professor de Educação Básica - Língua Inglesa |
Q3392422
Inglês
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The Impact of Globali-zation: Opportunities and Challenges
In today’s interconnected world, the concept of globalization plays a significant role. Globalization refers to the increased interconnectedness of people, cultures, economies, and nations across the globe. It has been driven by advances in technology, trade, and communication, making the world a smaller and more interdependent place.
One of the most noticeable aspects of globalization is the rise of multinational corporations. Companies like Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola have a global presence and impact. They operate in multiple countries, manufacture products in one part of the world, and sell them in another. This has led to greater access to goods and services for consumers worldwide but has also raised questions about economic inequality and exploitation.
Globalization has also transformed the way we communicate. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from different corners of the world. Information and news now travel at lightning speed, influencing public opinion and shaping global events. However, this instant connectivity has also brought concerns about privacy, misinformation, and cyberbullying.
The impact of globalization is evident in culture and lifestyle as well. The exchange of music, movies, and fashion trends between countries has created a global pop culture. People can enjoy sushi in New York, listen to K-pop in Brazil, or watch Hollywood movies in India. While this cultural exchange can be enriching, it has also led to fears of cultural homogenization and the loss of local traditions.
In conclusion, globalization has profoundly affected our world in various ways, from economics to culture to communication. It has opened up opportunities and posed challenges that societies must address in our interconnected global community.
FONTE: Adapted from: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/ globalization. Accessed on October 10, 2023.
According to the text, what aspect of globalization has led to concerns about privacy and misinformation?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
Fundação CETREDE
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE
Prova:
Fundação CETREDE - 2024 - Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE - Professor de Educação Básica - Língua Inglesa |
Q3392421
Inglês
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The Impact of Globali-zation: Opportunities and Challenges
In today’s interconnected world, the concept of globalization plays a significant role. Globalization refers to the increased interconnectedness of people, cultures, economies, and nations across the globe. It has been driven by advances in technology, trade, and communication, making the world a smaller and more interdependent place.
One of the most noticeable aspects of globalization is the rise of multinational corporations. Companies like Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola have a global presence and impact. They operate in multiple countries, manufacture products in one part of the world, and sell them in another. This has led to greater access to goods and services for consumers worldwide but has also raised questions about economic inequality and exploitation.
Globalization has also transformed the way we communicate. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from different corners of the world. Information and news now travel at lightning speed, influencing public opinion and shaping global events. However, this instant connectivity has also brought concerns about privacy, misinformation, and cyberbullying.
The impact of globalization is evident in culture and lifestyle as well. The exchange of music, movies, and fashion trends between countries has created a global pop culture. People can enjoy sushi in New York, listen to K-pop in Brazil, or watch Hollywood movies in India. While this cultural exchange can be enriching, it has also led to fears of cultural homogenization and the loss of local traditions.
In conclusion, globalization has profoundly affected our world in various ways, from economics to culture to communication. It has opened up opportunities and posed challenges that societies must address in our interconnected global community.
FONTE: Adapted from: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/ globalization. Accessed on October 10, 2023.
According to the text, what is a potential downside of the cultural exchange facilitated by globalization?
Ano: 2024
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Fundação CETREDE
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE
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Fundação CETREDE - 2024 - Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE - Professor de Educação Básica - Língua Inglesa |
Q3392420
Inglês
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The Impact of Globali-zation: Opportunities and Challenges
In today’s interconnected world, the concept of globalization plays a significant role. Globalization refers to the increased interconnectedness of people, cultures, economies, and nations across the globe. It has been driven by advances in technology, trade, and communication, making the world a smaller and more interdependent place.
One of the most noticeable aspects of globalization is the rise of multinational corporations. Companies like Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola have a global presence and impact. They operate in multiple countries, manufacture products in one part of the world, and sell them in another. This has led to greater access to goods and services for consumers worldwide but has also raised questions about economic inequality and exploitation.
Globalization has also transformed the way we communicate. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from different corners of the world. Information and news now travel at lightning speed, influencing public opinion and shaping global events. However, this instant connectivity has also brought concerns about privacy, misinformation, and cyberbullying.
The impact of globalization is evident in culture and lifestyle as well. The exchange of music, movies, and fashion trends between countries has created a global pop culture. People can enjoy sushi in New York, listen to K-pop in Brazil, or watch Hollywood movies in India. While this cultural exchange can be enriching, it has also led to fears of cultural homogenization and the loss of local traditions.
In conclusion, globalization has profoundly affected our world in various ways, from economics to culture to communication. It has opened up opportunities and posed challenges that societies must address in our interconnected global community.
FONTE: Adapted from: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/ globalization. Accessed on October 10, 2023.
According to the text, how have social media platforms impacted globalization?
Ano: 2024
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Fundação CETREDE
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE
Prova:
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Q3392419
Inglês
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The Impact of Globali-zation: Opportunities and Challenges
In today’s interconnected world, the concept of globalization plays a significant role. Globalization refers to the increased interconnectedness of people, cultures, economies, and nations across the globe. It has been driven by advances in technology, trade, and communication, making the world a smaller and more interdependent place.
One of the most noticeable aspects of globalization is the rise of multinational corporations. Companies like Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola have a global presence and impact. They operate in multiple countries, manufacture products in one part of the world, and sell them in another. This has led to greater access to goods and services for consumers worldwide but has also raised questions about economic inequality and exploitation.
Globalization has also transformed the way we communicate. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from different corners of the world. Information and news now travel at lightning speed, influencing public opinion and shaping global events. However, this instant connectivity has also brought concerns about privacy, misinformation, and cyberbullying.
The impact of globalization is evident in culture and lifestyle as well. The exchange of music, movies, and fashion trends between countries has created a global pop culture. People can enjoy sushi in New York, listen to K-pop in Brazil, or watch Hollywood movies in India. While this cultural exchange can be enriching, it has also led to fears of cultural homogenization and the loss of local traditions.
In conclusion, globalization has profoundly affected our world in various ways, from economics to culture to communication. It has opened up opportunities and posed challenges that societies must address in our interconnected global community.
FONTE: Adapted from: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/ globalization. Accessed on October 10, 2023.
According to the text, what is a notable consequence of the rise of multinational corporations due to globalization?
Ano: 2024
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Fundação CETREDE
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE
Prova:
Fundação CETREDE - 2024 - Prefeitura de Caucaia - CE - Professor de Educação Básica - Língua Inglesa |
Q3392418
Inglês
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The Impact of Globali-zation: Opportunities and Challenges
In today’s interconnected world, the concept of globalization plays a significant role. Globalization refers to the increased interconnectedness of people, cultures, economies, and nations across the globe. It has been driven by advances in technology, trade, and communication, making the world a smaller and more interdependent place.
One of the most noticeable aspects of globalization is the rise of multinational corporations. Companies like Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola have a global presence and impact. They operate in multiple countries, manufacture products in one part of the world, and sell them in another. This has led to greater access to goods and services for consumers worldwide but has also raised questions about economic inequality and exploitation.
Globalization has also transformed the way we communicate. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have connected people from different corners of the world. Information and news now travel at lightning speed, influencing public opinion and shaping global events. However, this instant connectivity has also brought concerns about privacy, misinformation, and cyberbullying.
The impact of globalization is evident in culture and lifestyle as well. The exchange of music, movies, and fashion trends between countries has created a global pop culture. People can enjoy sushi in New York, listen to K-pop in Brazil, or watch Hollywood movies in India. While this cultural exchange can be enriching, it has also led to fears of cultural homogenization and the loss of local traditions.
In conclusion, globalization has profoundly affected our world in various ways, from economics to culture to communication. It has opened up opportunities and posed challenges that societies must address in our interconnected global community.
FONTE: Adapted from: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/ globalization. Accessed on October 10, 2023.
According to the text, which of the following sentences best define globalization?
Ano: 2024
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OBJETIVA
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Prefeitura de Galvão - SC
Prova:
OBJETIVA - 2024 - Prefeitura de Galvão - SC - Professor - Língua Inglesa |
Q3391673
Inglês
Which 20th-century American author, known for his
sharp wit and keen observations of society, wrote the novel
“The Great Gatsby,” a classic tale of love, ambition, and
disillusionment in the Jazz Age?
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OBJETIVA
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Galvão - SC
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OBJETIVA - 2024 - Prefeitura de Galvão - SC - Professor - Língua Inglesa |
Q3391671
Inglês
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Kew Gardens
From the oval-shaped flower-bed there rose
perhaps a hundred stalks spreading into heart-shaped or
tongue-shaped leaves half way up and unfurling at the tip
red or blue or yellow petals marked with spots of colour
raised upon the surface. The petals were voluminous enough
to be stirred by the summer breeze, and when they moved,
the red, blue and yellow lights passed one over the other,
staining an inch of the brown earth beneath with a spot of
the most intricate colour. The light fell either upon the
smooth, grey back of a pebble, or, the shell of a snail with its
brown, circular veins, or falling into a raindrop, it expanded
with such intensity of red, blue and yellow the thin walls of
water that one expected them to burst and disappear. Then
the breeze stirred rather more briskly overhead and the
colour was flashed into the air above, into the eyes of the
men and women who walk in Kew Gardens in July.
How hot it was! So hot that even the thrush chose
to hop, like a mechanical bird, in the shadow of the flowers,
with long pauses between one movement and the next;
instead of rambling vaguely the white butterflies danced one
above another, making with their white shifting flakes the
outline of a shattered marble column above the tallest
flowers; the glass roofs of the palm house shone as if a
whole market full of shiny green umbrellas had opened in
the sun; and in the drone of the aeroplane the voice of the
summer sky murmured its fierce soul.
Yellow and black, pink and snow white, shapes of all
these colours, men, women, and children were spotted for a
second upon the horizon, and then, seeing the breadth of
yellow that lay upon the grass, they wavered and sought
shade beneath the trees, dissolving like drops of water in the
yellow and green atmosphere. But there was no silence; all
the time the motor omnibuses were turning their wheels
and changing their gear; like a vast nest of Chinese boxes all
of wrought steel turning ceaselessly one within another the
city murmured; on the top of which the voices cried aloud
and the petals of myriads of flowers flashed their colours
into the air.
(Source: Virginia Woolf — adaptation.)
Virginia Woolf (1882 — 1941) was an English writer
whose novels had a major influence on literature. Regarding
the excerpt from the short story “Kew Gardens”, check the
CORRECT item:
Ano: 2024
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Instituto Abaré-eté
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Gabriel da Cachoeira - AM
Prova:
Instituto Abaré-eté - 2024 - Prefeitura de São Gabriel da Cachoeira - AM - Professor II Língua Estrangeira - Inglês |
Q3389308
Inglês
The Internet is a global network of computers and other
electronic devices that allows users to share information
and communicate from anywhere. It has dramatically
changed the way we live, work, and interact. The
Internet's origins can be traced back to research
commissioned by the federal government of the United
States in the 1960s to build robust, fault-tolerant
communication via computer networks.
Which statement best reflects the primary impact of the Internet?
Which statement best reflects the primary impact of the Internet?
Ano: 2024
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Instituto Abaré-eté
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Gabriel da Cachoeira - AM
Prova:
Instituto Abaré-eté - 2024 - Prefeitura de São Gabriel da Cachoeira - AM - Professor II Língua Estrangeira - Inglês |
Q3389306
Inglês
Global warming refers to the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities, principally carbon dioxide emissions resulting from the burning of fossil fuels. Scientists argue that global warming has led to environmental and social changes, including more frequent wildfires, longer periods of drought in some regions, and an increase in the number, duration, and intensity of tropical storms.
Which of the following actions is primarily aimed at directly reducing the impact of global warming?
Ano: 2024
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Instituto Abaré-eté
Órgão:
Prefeitura de São Gabriel da Cachoeira - AM
Prova:
Instituto Abaré-eté - 2024 - Prefeitura de São Gabriel da Cachoeira - AM - Professor II Língua Estrangeira - Inglês |
Q3389304
Inglês
The theory of evolution by natural selection, first
formulated in Darwin's book "On the Origin of Species" in
1859, is the process by which organisms change over
time as a result of changes in heritable physical or
behavioral traits. Changes that allow an organism to
better adapt to its environment will help it survive and
have more offspring.
Which of the following best summarizes the mechanism of natural selection?
Which of the following best summarizes the mechanism of natural selection?
Ano: 2024
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MSConcursos
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Formigueiro - RS
Prova:
MS CONCURSOS - 2024 - Prefeitura de Formigueiro - RS - Professor de Inglês |
Q3389175
Inglês
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“Dragons are found in the myths of many cultures and appear in many forms. The name comes from the Greek
word drakon, meaning “snake”. Generally, dragons are portrayed as large, scarly, winged serpernts or reptiles
with sharp claws.
In European myths , dragons are usually carnivorous reptiles with fiery breath. They are generally considered
evil and dangerous. European ( or Western) dragons are said to live in caves or swamps or on mountaintops,
where they often guard treasures. Two of the most famous dragons in European literature are the dragon that
St. George killed and the dragon that killed Beowulf. There are also many stories about medieval knights fighting
dragons.
There are several types of European dragons. The guivre has no legs or wings. It is a large serpent with a wedgeshaped head. The lindworm has one pair of legs but no wings. The Amphiptere is basically a flying snake with
wings but no legs. The wyvern – a particular bloodthirsty type of dragon – has two legs and two wings and a
barbed tail. Heraldic dragons have four legs and two wings. Many noble European families chose this dragon as
their symbol.
The Asian (or Eastern) dragon was also a reptile but often displayed characteristics of other animals, such as
camels, deer, lions, eagles, and bulls. Asian dragons have serpentine bodies, do not usually breath fire, and
generally have no wings. Many have a “lion’s mane” around their neck and a bear aroud their chin. They have
twoo antlers coming from their head and two long whiskers coming from their faces. Asian dragons have 117
scales, 81 infused with yang, the principle of good, and 36 infused with yin, the principle of evil. Their favorite
food is roasted swallows. Asian dragons symbolize power and unlike European dragons, are generally pictured
as good, kind, and intelligent.
There are three families of Asian dragons: three-toed, four-toed, and five-toed. Three-toed dragons are native to
Japan. Four-toed dragons are from Indonesia or Korea. Some Chinese dragons also have four toes, but the
“Imperial dragons” of China have five. Asian dragons come in five colors: blue, White, black, red, and yellow.
Red and black dragons are powerful, but the yellow dragon is the strongest of all. Asian dragons are often
pictured with a pearl in their months, under their chins, or in their claws. The dragon is thought to draw its
strength from this pearl.
Many cultures outside of Europe and Asia also have legends of dragons. In fact, it is hard to find a culture that
does not have a dragon myth. The Piasa (“storm bird”) was a dragon known to the Illini, a Native American group
that lived by the Mississippi River. It had the head of a bear, large teeth, the antlers of an elk, the scaly body of a
fish, and a bear’s leg ending in eagle’s claws. The tail was fifty feet (15 meters) long and was tipped with a
spearhead. It lived in a cave in the cliffs overlooking the river. For many years, the Piasa only hunted buffalos.
Then, it captured an Illini warrior and after that, it developed a taste for humans and began attacking villages.
The Illini chief Ouatoga used himself as a “bait” to lure the beast from its cave. When the dragon stormed out to
attack him, his warriors killed it with a shower of arrows. In Ethiopia, there are stories about a four-winged
dragon, the Ethiopian Dream Snake. These creatures ate poisonous plants to make their bite and scratches
poisonous. They were big enough to kill elephants. Once four of them wove together a raft and sailed to Arabia, Where they thought the hunting would be better. Then there is the Trukh of Madagascar, the Anka of Arabia, the
Vekher (“wind demon”) of Russia, the Demaj of Persia, and the Kululkan of the Aztecs.
The fact that so many cultures have dragons stories in common has led people to wonder if dragons really
existed up the time of the Middle Ages, When they were hunted into extinction. Some people have even wondered
if dragons were the last surviving dinosaurs. Scientists, however, have dismissed this theory as highly unlikely
since there is no fossil evidence to indicate that any dinosaurs lived past the end of the Mesozoic era, 65 million
years ago.”
Text extracted from The Complete Guide to TOELF Test iBT Edition from Bruce Rogers, 2001. Page 168.
Alguns dragões têm características de todos esses animais, com exceção :
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Órgão:
Prefeitura de Formigueiro - RS
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Q3389174
Inglês
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“Dragons are found in the myths of many cultures and appear in many forms. The name comes from the Greek
word drakon, meaning “snake”. Generally, dragons are portrayed as large, scarly, winged serpernts or reptiles
with sharp claws.
In European myths , dragons are usually carnivorous reptiles with fiery breath. They are generally considered
evil and dangerous. European ( or Western) dragons are said to live in caves or swamps or on mountaintops,
where they often guard treasures. Two of the most famous dragons in European literature are the dragon that
St. George killed and the dragon that killed Beowulf. There are also many stories about medieval knights fighting
dragons.
There are several types of European dragons. The guivre has no legs or wings. It is a large serpent with a wedgeshaped head. The lindworm has one pair of legs but no wings. The Amphiptere is basically a flying snake with
wings but no legs. The wyvern – a particular bloodthirsty type of dragon – has two legs and two wings and a
barbed tail. Heraldic dragons have four legs and two wings. Many noble European families chose this dragon as
their symbol.
The Asian (or Eastern) dragon was also a reptile but often displayed characteristics of other animals, such as
camels, deer, lions, eagles, and bulls. Asian dragons have serpentine bodies, do not usually breath fire, and
generally have no wings. Many have a “lion’s mane” around their neck and a bear aroud their chin. They have
twoo antlers coming from their head and two long whiskers coming from their faces. Asian dragons have 117
scales, 81 infused with yang, the principle of good, and 36 infused with yin, the principle of evil. Their favorite
food is roasted swallows. Asian dragons symbolize power and unlike European dragons, are generally pictured
as good, kind, and intelligent.
There are three families of Asian dragons: three-toed, four-toed, and five-toed. Three-toed dragons are native to
Japan. Four-toed dragons are from Indonesia or Korea. Some Chinese dragons also have four toes, but the
“Imperial dragons” of China have five. Asian dragons come in five colors: blue, White, black, red, and yellow.
Red and black dragons are powerful, but the yellow dragon is the strongest of all. Asian dragons are often
pictured with a pearl in their months, under their chins, or in their claws. The dragon is thought to draw its
strength from this pearl.
Many cultures outside of Europe and Asia also have legends of dragons. In fact, it is hard to find a culture that
does not have a dragon myth. The Piasa (“storm bird”) was a dragon known to the Illini, a Native American group
that lived by the Mississippi River. It had the head of a bear, large teeth, the antlers of an elk, the scaly body of a
fish, and a bear’s leg ending in eagle’s claws. The tail was fifty feet (15 meters) long and was tipped with a
spearhead. It lived in a cave in the cliffs overlooking the river. For many years, the Piasa only hunted buffalos.
Then, it captured an Illini warrior and after that, it developed a taste for humans and began attacking villages.
The Illini chief Ouatoga used himself as a “bait” to lure the beast from its cave. When the dragon stormed out to
attack him, his warriors killed it with a shower of arrows. In Ethiopia, there are stories about a four-winged
dragon, the Ethiopian Dream Snake. These creatures ate poisonous plants to make their bite and scratches
poisonous. They were big enough to kill elephants. Once four of them wove together a raft and sailed to Arabia, Where they thought the hunting would be better. Then there is the Trukh of Madagascar, the Anka of Arabia, the
Vekher (“wind demon”) of Russia, the Demaj of Persia, and the Kululkan of the Aztecs.
The fact that so many cultures have dragons stories in common has led people to wonder if dragons really
existed up the time of the Middle Ages, When they were hunted into extinction. Some people have even wondered
if dragons were the last surviving dinosaurs. Scientists, however, have dismissed this theory as highly unlikely
since there is no fossil evidence to indicate that any dinosaurs lived past the end of the Mesozoic era, 65 million
years ago.”
Text extracted from The Complete Guide to TOELF Test iBT Edition from Bruce Rogers, 2001. Page 168.
Qual alternativa está correta em relação as frases abaixo?
1. Os dragões europeus e indonésios têm 4 dedos nas patas.
2. Alguns dragões europeus têm uma juba de leão em seus pescoços.
3. Todo dragão cospe fogo.
4. Dragões são descritos como repteis, porém também apresentam características de outros animais.
1. Os dragões europeus e indonésios têm 4 dedos nas patas.
2. Alguns dragões europeus têm uma juba de leão em seus pescoços.
3. Todo dragão cospe fogo.
4. Dragões são descritos como repteis, porém também apresentam características de outros animais.
Ano: 2024
Banca:
MSConcursos
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Formigueiro - RS
Prova:
MS CONCURSOS - 2024 - Prefeitura de Formigueiro - RS - Professor de Inglês |
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Inglês
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“Dragons are found in the myths of many cultures and appear in many forms. The name comes from the Greek
word drakon, meaning “snake”. Generally, dragons are portrayed as large, scarly, winged serpernts or reptiles
with sharp claws.
In European myths , dragons are usually carnivorous reptiles with fiery breath. They are generally considered
evil and dangerous. European ( or Western) dragons are said to live in caves or swamps or on mountaintops,
where they often guard treasures. Two of the most famous dragons in European literature are the dragon that
St. George killed and the dragon that killed Beowulf. There are also many stories about medieval knights fighting
dragons.
There are several types of European dragons. The guivre has no legs or wings. It is a large serpent with a wedgeshaped head. The lindworm has one pair of legs but no wings. The Amphiptere is basically a flying snake with
wings but no legs. The wyvern – a particular bloodthirsty type of dragon – has two legs and two wings and a
barbed tail. Heraldic dragons have four legs and two wings. Many noble European families chose this dragon as
their symbol.
The Asian (or Eastern) dragon was also a reptile but often displayed characteristics of other animals, such as
camels, deer, lions, eagles, and bulls. Asian dragons have serpentine bodies, do not usually breath fire, and
generally have no wings. Many have a “lion’s mane” around their neck and a bear aroud their chin. They have
twoo antlers coming from their head and two long whiskers coming from their faces. Asian dragons have 117
scales, 81 infused with yang, the principle of good, and 36 infused with yin, the principle of evil. Their favorite
food is roasted swallows. Asian dragons symbolize power and unlike European dragons, are generally pictured
as good, kind, and intelligent.
There are three families of Asian dragons: three-toed, four-toed, and five-toed. Three-toed dragons are native to
Japan. Four-toed dragons are from Indonesia or Korea. Some Chinese dragons also have four toes, but the
“Imperial dragons” of China have five. Asian dragons come in five colors: blue, White, black, red, and yellow.
Red and black dragons are powerful, but the yellow dragon is the strongest of all. Asian dragons are often
pictured with a pearl in their months, under their chins, or in their claws. The dragon is thought to draw its
strength from this pearl.
Many cultures outside of Europe and Asia also have legends of dragons. In fact, it is hard to find a culture that
does not have a dragon myth. The Piasa (“storm bird”) was a dragon known to the Illini, a Native American group
that lived by the Mississippi River. It had the head of a bear, large teeth, the antlers of an elk, the scaly body of a
fish, and a bear’s leg ending in eagle’s claws. The tail was fifty feet (15 meters) long and was tipped with a
spearhead. It lived in a cave in the cliffs overlooking the river. For many years, the Piasa only hunted buffalos.
Then, it captured an Illini warrior and after that, it developed a taste for humans and began attacking villages.
The Illini chief Ouatoga used himself as a “bait” to lure the beast from its cave. When the dragon stormed out to
attack him, his warriors killed it with a shower of arrows. In Ethiopia, there are stories about a four-winged
dragon, the Ethiopian Dream Snake. These creatures ate poisonous plants to make their bite and scratches
poisonous. They were big enough to kill elephants. Once four of them wove together a raft and sailed to Arabia, Where they thought the hunting would be better. Then there is the Trukh of Madagascar, the Anka of Arabia, the
Vekher (“wind demon”) of Russia, the Demaj of Persia, and the Kululkan of the Aztecs.
The fact that so many cultures have dragons stories in common has led people to wonder if dragons really
existed up the time of the Middle Ages, When they were hunted into extinction. Some people have even wondered
if dragons were the last surviving dinosaurs. Scientists, however, have dismissed this theory as highly unlikely
since there is no fossil evidence to indicate that any dinosaurs lived past the end of the Mesozoic era, 65 million
years ago.”
Text extracted from The Complete Guide to TOELF Test iBT Edition from Bruce Rogers, 2001. Page 168.
Quantos dragões europeus são mencionados no texto?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Sete Barras - SP
Prova:
Avança SP - 2024 - Prefeitura de Sete Barras - SP - Professor de Educação Básica III - Língua Inglesa |
Q3382597
Inglês
Choose the option which has the same meaning and idea as the conversation:
Sara: I can't stand horror movies.
Mark: Neither can I.
Ano: 2024
Banca:
Avança SP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Sete Barras - SP
Prova:
Avança SP - 2024 - Prefeitura de Sete Barras - SP - Professor de Educação Básica III - Língua Inglesa |
Q3382596
Inglês
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