Questões de Concurso Comentadas sobre preposições | prepositions em inglês

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Q3912122 Inglês
Identify the sentence where the preposition of place is used incorrectly.
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Q3905897 Inglês
Observe o uso da preposição na frase: She arrived ___ the airport at noon. A preposição que estabelece relação adequada de lugar e movimento em direção ao destino é:
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Q3904800 Inglês
Complete the sentence by choosing the right prepositions:

_____2030, humans will be able_______go________ Mars. That is what some people believe, considering the latest and fast-paced technological advancements and breakthroughs. _________the researchers, Dr. Quirk, who has been working_______ a temporary scientist_______ North University located________ Soul Valley, is the one who has contributed______ studies _________ develop new devices which will be installed ________ the equipment_______the new spaceships being built________ the Aerospace Institution.
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Q3894012 Inglês
Criminal forensics, also known as forensic science, is a field that applies scientific methods and technical knowledge to the investigation of crimes. Forensic experts analyze physical evidence collected from crime scenes, such as fingerprints, DNA, weapons, documents, and digital data. Their work aims to reconstruct events and provide reliable technical evidence to support the criminal justice system. They also play a vital role in criminal investigations because they apply scientific knowledge to examine evidence related to crimes.

Forensic professionals must act with objectivity, impartiality, and scientific rigor. Proper evidence handling, including documentation and preservation, is essential to maintain the integrity of the evidence. One of the most important responsibilities of a criminal expert is maintaining objectivity. Instead of focusing on proving guilt or innocence, the expert’s duty is to analyze evidence in an impartial and scientific manner. This ensures that the conclusions presented in forensic reports are reliable and can be used in court.

One of the most important principles..................forensic work is the chain..................custody, which ensures that all evidence is properly tracked .................. collection ..................final presentation in court.

Another key aspect of the criminal expert’s work is evidence preservation. Crime scenes must be carefully protected to avoid contamination or loss of material. The expert documents each step of the evidence handling process through the chain of custody, which records who collected the evidence, how it was stored, and when it was transferred.

By providing accurate and well-documented technical reports, criminal experts support the justice system and contribute to fair legal decisions.
Which alternative presents the correct prepositions that are missing in the third paragraph of the text?
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Q3890591 Inglês

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English as a Lingua Franca 


A number of researchers have studied conversations in English as a Lingua Franca and have noted a number of somewhat surprising characteristics, including:


a)Non-use of third person present simple tense -s (She look very sad).


b)Interchangeable use of the relative pronouns who and which (a book who, a boy which).


c)Use of an all-purpose tag question such as “isn’t it” (They should arrive soon, isn’t it?).


d)Increasing of redundancy by adding “inexistent” prepositions {We have to study about…, The article treats of…).

A preposition has been correctly added to the verb in alternative  
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Q3884138 Inglês
As preposições em inglês frequentemente alteram o sentido de verbos e adjetivos por meio de regências específicas. Considere as nuances entre as preposições at, on e in em contextos abstratos. Qual das construções abaixo demonstra o uso correto de regência preposicional segundo o padrão formal? 
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Q3877686 Inglês

Associate the prepositions with the sentences.


SENTENCES

1. I’m going away _____ the end of January.

2. Our apartment is _____ the second floor of the building.

3. When we were in Italy, we spent a few days _____ Venice.

4. I like them very much. They have always been very nice _____me.


PREPOSITIONS

( ) at

( ) in

( ) on

( ) to


The correct sequence of this association is:

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Q3877287 Inglês
Prepositions show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in a sentence, often by indicating relationships of location, time, direction, and manner. They act as connector words, linking a noun to the rest of the sentence to provide clarity and detail about where, when, or how something is happening or connected.
Considering the use of prepositions in the English language, fill in the blanks with the words indicated below. Each word indicated can be used once or many times or it cannot be used at all.

A: What are you doing ______ Saturday? B: I'm playing hockey ______ noon. A: Can you go to a movie after your game? It starts ______ 8:00. B: Sounds like a plan! See you ______ 8 sharp.

The sequence that correctly fills in the blanks is:
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Q3877278 Inglês
Read the excerpt and fill in the blanks with the words indicated below.
Many people tend to be put ______ learning foreign languages as it also means taking ______ a lot ______ foreign grammar and vocabulary. Having attended two or three classes, they simply give ______ and put the whole thing ______ the backburner.
The sequence that correctly fills in the blanks is:
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Q3869505 Inglês
Choose the option that correctly completes the following blanks:

The conference will take place ___ March 15th, starting ___ 9 a.m. and ending ___ the afternoon. 
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Q3865177 Inglês
Assinale a alternativa em que a preposição está corretamente empregada.
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Q3849869 Inglês
Choose the alternative that correctly completes the sentences, respectively.

1 - Can you meet me for lunch tomorrow?
Sorry, I work ________ Fridays.
2 - Which shoes do you like?
I prefer the red ones. They’re ________ the white ones.
3 - How ________ do you go to the gym?
Twice a week.
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Ano: 2026 Banca: IESES Órgão: SCGás Prova: IESES - 2026 - SCGás - Engenheiro |
Q3845657 Inglês
Complete the sentences. Use IN or ON or OF or WITH or FOR or TO or ABOUT.
I am not interested ______ politics: I am sorry ______ your broken window. It was an accident. She is very brave. She isn’t scared ______ anything. I feel sorry _____ her, but I can’t help her.
Choose the correct alternative: 
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Ano: 2026 Banca: IESES Órgão: SCGás Prova: IESES - 2026 - SCGás - Engenheiro |
Q3845656 Inglês

Complete the sentences and choose the correct alternative.


We arrived _____ the hotel after midnight.

Susan hasn’t got up yet. She’s still ____ bed.

Were there a lot of people _____ the party?

What is the longest river _____ Asia?

I like this room. I like the pictures ____ the walls. 


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Ano: 2026 Banca: IESES Órgão: SCGás Prova: IESES - 2026 - SCGás - Contador |
Q3844669 Inglês

Complete the sentences. Use IN or ON or OF or WITH or FOR or TO or ABOUT.


I am not interested ______ politics.

I am sorry ______ your broken window. It was an

accident.

She is very brave. She isn’t scared ______ anything.

I feel sorry _____ her, but I can’t help her.



Choose the correct alternative: 

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Ano: 2026 Banca: IESES Órgão: SCGás Prova: IESES - 2026 - SCGás - Contador |
Q3844668 Inglês

Complete the sentences and choose the correct alternative. 


We arrived _____ the hotel after midnight.

Susan hasn’t got up yet. She’s still ____ bed.

Were there a lot of people _____ the party?

What is the longest river _____ Asia?

I like this room. I like the pictures ____ the walls. 

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Q3839376 Inglês
Texto II

When the Classroom Goes Online

Over the past decade, the English classroom has changed more than it had in the previous hundred years. Mobile phones, social networks, artificial intelligence tools and online platforms are now part of students’ daily lives, and the teaching of English can no longer ignore this reality.

However, the use of technology in language education is not a matter of simply replacing books with screens. What truly matters is how these resources are used. A video, a message exchange, a podcast or an online discussion only become educational when they are integrated into meaningful learning situations, connected to students’ experiences and guided by clear pedagogical objectives.

Teachers who understand this shift no longer see themselves as the only source of knowledge. Instead, they act as mediators who help learners build meaning, develop autonomy and reflect on language use in real communicative contexts. This perspective is strongly supported by the principles of the Brazilian National Common Core (BNCC), which emphasizes the social and functional use of language.

In this sense, learning English is not just about memorizing structures or rules. It involves interpreting texts, negotiating meaning, expressing identity and participating in global conversations. When the classroom goes online, it does not lose its educational role — it expands it.
Assinale a frase com uso adequado de preposição: 
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Q3837334 Inglês
Dependent prepositions are fixed associations between words. Select the alternative that correctly fills the blanks in the sentence: "He was accused ______ theft, but he insisted ______ his innocence." 
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Q3835267 Inglês
Sociocultural Elements of English-Speaking Countries

English-speaking countries share the same global language, but each one has unique cultural traditions, values, and social practices.

In the United Kingdom, traditions such as afternoon tea, the monarchy, and historical festivals like Guy Fawkes Night highlight the country’s strong connection to its past.

In the United States, cultural diversity plays an essential role, with influences from Indigenous peoples, immigrants from Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. National celebrations such as Independence Day reflect the importance placed on freedom and citizenship.

Canada is known for its bilingual identity, with English and French as official languages. Canadian culture emphasizes respect for nature, multiculturalism, and winter sports.

Australia values outdoor lifestyles, with activities like surfing and camping. Its culture includes traditions from Indigenous Aboriginal peoples, as well as influences from British colonization.

Although these countries share the English language, their cultural identities are shaped by history, geography, and social values, making each nation unique.

(Adapted from: learnenglish.britishcouncil.org)
Read the following sentence:

The use ............ digital resources ............... English language teaching has transformed the learning experience ................. making it more interactive, engaging, and personalized.

Choose the alternative that correctly completes the blanks in the text.
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Q3829679 Inglês

Text 1


Reading Strategies


Good readers use a variety of reading strategies to understand a text more effectively. Before reading, they often preview the title, images, and subtitles to predict what the text will be about. During reading, they use strategies such as skimming to get the general idea and scanning to locate specific information. They also make inferences by combining clues from the text with their background knowledge. After reading, they summarize the main points to check their understanding. Using these strategies helps readers become more independent and confident learners.

Read the text below:
Listening, speaking, reading and writing are the four fundamental language skills that are often called the “macro skills” and work together to support meaningful communication. Listening allows learners to understand spoken language ............... different contexts, while speaking enables them to express ideas, interact, and participate ............... conversations. Reading helps students develop vocabulary, grammar awareness, and comprehension strategies through contact with written texts. Writing, ............... turn, allows them to organize thoughts, create messages, and communicate ............... a structured way.
Choose the alternative that correctly completes all the blanks in the text.
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Respostas
21: D
22: D
23: A
24: C
25: E
26: A
27: B
28: E
29: A
30: B
31: D
32: B
33: D
34: C
35: B
36: C
37: C
38: A
39: E
40: C