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Q2077029 Inglês
Read Text I to answer questions


The landscape of the Pantanal is a mosaic of ecosystems with an abundance of water. It is one of the largest perennial flood plains on the Planet and one of Brazil's richest biomes. The Pantanal harbours 656 species of birds, 325 species of fish, 159 mammals, 98 reptiles, 53 amphibians and over 3,500 species of plants. In all, there are over 4,700 species of flora and fauna in the region, including two endemic species and various threatened species, such as the Giant Anteater, Maned Wolf and Hyacinth Macaw. Despite its great ecological importance, the average Brazilian knows very little about the Pantanal.
To celebrate Pantanal Day (12 November), WWF-Brasil created some infographics to showcase the biome and emphasize its importance for Brazil and the rest of the world, and highlight the threats to the region and ways of protecting it.
Despite its importance, the Pantanal faces a number of threats that are common to the three countries where it is located. Currently, only 3.19% of the biome is covered by protected areas, a mere 2.88% of which are strictly protected areas, putting the biome at even greater risk.
 These threats are the theme of a study undertaken by WWF-Brasil that monitored land cover and land use changes in the Upper Paraguay River Basin, which showed that the region has already lost approximately 50% of its original cover

(Texto Adaptado. Fonte: Disponível em:http://www.wwf.org.br/?50183/Infographics-show- . Acesso em: 2 mar. 2022)

Assinale a alternativa que responda corretamente à pergunta: qual é o tempo verbal utilizado na seguinte frase?


“Despite its importance, the Pantanal faces a number of threats that are common to the three countries”

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Q2077028 Inglês
Read Text I to answer questions


The landscape of the Pantanal is a mosaic of ecosystems with an abundance of water. It is one of the largest perennial flood plains on the Planet and one of Brazil's richest biomes. The Pantanal harbours 656 species of birds, 325 species of fish, 159 mammals, 98 reptiles, 53 amphibians and over 3,500 species of plants. In all, there are over 4,700 species of flora and fauna in the region, including two endemic species and various threatened species, such as the Giant Anteater, Maned Wolf and Hyacinth Macaw. Despite its great ecological importance, the average Brazilian knows very little about the Pantanal.
To celebrate Pantanal Day (12 November), WWF-Brasil created some infographics to showcase the biome and emphasize its importance for Brazil and the rest of the world, and highlight the threats to the region and ways of protecting it.
Despite its importance, the Pantanal faces a number of threats that are common to the three countries where it is located. Currently, only 3.19% of the biome is covered by protected areas, a mere 2.88% of which are strictly protected areas, putting the biome at even greater risk.
 These threats are the theme of a study undertaken by WWF-Brasil that monitored land cover and land use changes in the Upper Paraguay River Basin, which showed that the region has already lost approximately 50% of its original cover

(Texto Adaptado. Fonte: Disponível em:http://www.wwf.org.br/?50183/Infographics-show- . Acesso em: 2 mar. 2022)

Leia a frase e observe as palavras destacadas: “To celebrate Pantanal Day (12 November), WWF-Brasil created some infographics to showcase the biome and emphasize its importance for Brazil and the rest of the world, and highlight the threats to the region and ways of protecting it”.


Assinale a alternativa que responda corretamente à pergunta: qual é a classe gramatical das palavras em destaque respectivamente?

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Q2077027 Inglês
Read Text I to answer questions


The landscape of the Pantanal is a mosaic of ecosystems with an abundance of water. It is one of the largest perennial flood plains on the Planet and one of Brazil's richest biomes. The Pantanal harbours 656 species of birds, 325 species of fish, 159 mammals, 98 reptiles, 53 amphibians and over 3,500 species of plants. In all, there are over 4,700 species of flora and fauna in the region, including two endemic species and various threatened species, such as the Giant Anteater, Maned Wolf and Hyacinth Macaw. Despite its great ecological importance, the average Brazilian knows very little about the Pantanal.
To celebrate Pantanal Day (12 November), WWF-Brasil created some infographics to showcase the biome and emphasize its importance for Brazil and the rest of the world, and highlight the threats to the region and ways of protecting it.
Despite its importance, the Pantanal faces a number of threats that are common to the three countries where it is located. Currently, only 3.19% of the biome is covered by protected areas, a mere 2.88% of which are strictly protected areas, putting the biome at even greater risk.
 These threats are the theme of a study undertaken by WWF-Brasil that monitored land cover and land use changes in the Upper Paraguay River Basin, which showed that the region has already lost approximately 50% of its original cover

(Texto Adaptado. Fonte: Disponível em:http://www.wwf.org.br/?50183/Infographics-show- . Acesso em: 2 mar. 2022)

Leia o Texto I e assinale a alternativa que contenha 6 (seis) palavras cognatas.
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Q2077026 Inglês
Read Text I to answer questions


The landscape of the Pantanal is a mosaic of ecosystems with an abundance of water. It is one of the largest perennial flood plains on the Planet and one of Brazil's richest biomes. The Pantanal harbours 656 species of birds, 325 species of fish, 159 mammals, 98 reptiles, 53 amphibians and over 3,500 species of plants. In all, there are over 4,700 species of flora and fauna in the region, including two endemic species and various threatened species, such as the Giant Anteater, Maned Wolf and Hyacinth Macaw. Despite its great ecological importance, the average Brazilian knows very little about the Pantanal.
To celebrate Pantanal Day (12 November), WWF-Brasil created some infographics to showcase the biome and emphasize its importance for Brazil and the rest of the world, and highlight the threats to the region and ways of protecting it.
Despite its importance, the Pantanal faces a number of threats that are common to the three countries where it is located. Currently, only 3.19% of the biome is covered by protected areas, a mere 2.88% of which are strictly protected areas, putting the biome at even greater risk.
 These threats are the theme of a study undertaken by WWF-Brasil that monitored land cover and land use changes in the Upper Paraguay River Basin, which showed that the region has already lost approximately 50% of its original cover

(Texto Adaptado. Fonte: Disponível em:http://www.wwf.org.br/?50183/Infographics-show- . Acesso em: 2 mar. 2022)

Considerando o sentido global do texto, assinale a alternativa que responda corretamente à pergunta: qual é o assunto abordado no Texto I? 
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Q2073398 Inglês
What is the Difference Between Checking and Savings Accounts?

    The main difference between checking and savings accounts is that checking accounts are primarily for accessing your money for daily use while savings accounts are primarily for saving money. Checking accounts are considered “transactional,” meaning that they allow you to access your money when and where you need it. While both allow you to access your money, you may consider it easier to do so with checking accounts. Since these accounts are designed to give you easy access to your cash, they often come with debit cards, checks, and even offer digital payment options. In contrast, savings accounts have a limit on the number of withdrawals you can make each month.
    While checking accounts are convenient for daily cash needs, it’s important to remember that they may be age restricted. Most banks won’t allow people under the age of 18 to open a checking account without a parent or legal guardian as a co-owner of the account. Before opening a checking account, make sure that its terms fit your financial needs and your lifestyle.
    When it comes to setting aside money for a longterm need or goal, you should consider a savings account. Savings accounts are designed to hold money over a long period of time to help you save for larger goals (rather than everyday purchases). As your money stays in the account, it will accrue interest and grow over time. This means that you will need to visit your bank, set up a transfer online, or make an ATM withdrawal to access your money.
    Keeping some of your money in a savings account is a great way to set it aside for emergencies or large purchases – its limited access will keep you from spending it on day-to-day necessities. There are also dedicated savings accounts for kids, though a parent or guardian is usually required as a joint owner.

(Adapted from: https://www.santanderbank.com/personal/resources/checkingsavings/difference-between-checking
savings#:~:text=The%20main%20difference%20between%20check
ing,and%20where%20you%20need%20it)
According to the text, checking accounts are considered ‘transactional’. This feature points to the specific ways in which this type of account is meant to be used by clients. In practice, what does the term ‘transactional’ mean in this context? 
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Q2073397 Inglês
What is the Difference Between Checking and Savings Accounts?

    The main difference between checking and savings accounts is that checking accounts are primarily for accessing your money for daily use while savings accounts are primarily for saving money. Checking accounts are considered “transactional,” meaning that they allow you to access your money when and where you need it. While both allow you to access your money, you may consider it easier to do so with checking accounts. Since these accounts are designed to give you easy access to your cash, they often come with debit cards, checks, and even offer digital payment options. In contrast, savings accounts have a limit on the number of withdrawals you can make each month.
    While checking accounts are convenient for daily cash needs, it’s important to remember that they may be age restricted. Most banks won’t allow people under the age of 18 to open a checking account without a parent or legal guardian as a co-owner of the account. Before opening a checking account, make sure that its terms fit your financial needs and your lifestyle.
    When it comes to setting aside money for a longterm need or goal, you should consider a savings account. Savings accounts are designed to hold money over a long period of time to help you save for larger goals (rather than everyday purchases). As your money stays in the account, it will accrue interest and grow over time. This means that you will need to visit your bank, set up a transfer online, or make an ATM withdrawal to access your money.
    Keeping some of your money in a savings account is a great way to set it aside for emergencies or large purchases – its limited access will keep you from spending it on day-to-day necessities. There are also dedicated savings accounts for kids, though a parent or guardian is usually required as a joint owner.

(Adapted from: https://www.santanderbank.com/personal/resources/checkingsavings/difference-between-checking
savings#:~:text=The%20main%20difference%20between%20check
ing,and%20where%20you%20need%20it)
Read the excerpt below and choose the only alternative with a plausible interpretation of its content:
“Savings accounts are designed to hold money over a long period of time to help you save for larger goals (rather than everyday purchases). As your money stays in the account, it will accrue interest and grow over time. This means that you will need to visit your bank, set up a transfer online, or make an ATM withdrawal to access your money.” 
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Q2073396 Inglês
What is the Difference Between Checking and Savings Accounts?

    The main difference between checking and savings accounts is that checking accounts are primarily for accessing your money for daily use while savings accounts are primarily for saving money. Checking accounts are considered “transactional,” meaning that they allow you to access your money when and where you need it. While both allow you to access your money, you may consider it easier to do so with checking accounts. Since these accounts are designed to give you easy access to your cash, they often come with debit cards, checks, and even offer digital payment options. In contrast, savings accounts have a limit on the number of withdrawals you can make each month.
    While checking accounts are convenient for daily cash needs, it’s important to remember that they may be age restricted. Most banks won’t allow people under the age of 18 to open a checking account without a parent or legal guardian as a co-owner of the account. Before opening a checking account, make sure that its terms fit your financial needs and your lifestyle.
    When it comes to setting aside money for a longterm need or goal, you should consider a savings account. Savings accounts are designed to hold money over a long period of time to help you save for larger goals (rather than everyday purchases). As your money stays in the account, it will accrue interest and grow over time. This means that you will need to visit your bank, set up a transfer online, or make an ATM withdrawal to access your money.
    Keeping some of your money in a savings account is a great way to set it aside for emergencies or large purchases – its limited access will keep you from spending it on day-to-day necessities. There are also dedicated savings accounts for kids, though a parent or guardian is usually required as a joint owner.

(Adapted from: https://www.santanderbank.com/personal/resources/checkingsavings/difference-between-checking
savings#:~:text=The%20main%20difference%20between%20check
ing,and%20where%20you%20need%20it)
Pay close attention to the terms/idioms that are underlined in the five following sentences:
I. While both allow you to access your money, you may consider it easier to do so with checking accounts (1st paragraph). II. In contrast, savings accounts have a limit on the number of withdrawals you can make each month (1st paragraph). III. Most banks won’t allow people under the age of 18 to open a checking account without a parent or legal guardian as a co-owner of the account (2nd paragraph). IV. When it comes to setting aside money for a long-term need or goal, you should consider a savings account (3rd paragraph). V. There are also dedicated savings accounts for kids, though a parent or guardian is usually required as a joint owner (4th paragraph).
Now, choose the alternative that classifies these terms correctly and matches them with an appropriate synonym. 
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Q2073395 Inglês
What is the Difference Between Checking and Savings Accounts?

    The main difference between checking and savings accounts is that checking accounts are primarily for accessing your money for daily use while savings accounts are primarily for saving money. Checking accounts are considered “transactional,” meaning that they allow you to access your money when and where you need it. While both allow you to access your money, you may consider it easier to do so with checking accounts. Since these accounts are designed to give you easy access to your cash, they often come with debit cards, checks, and even offer digital payment options. In contrast, savings accounts have a limit on the number of withdrawals you can make each month.
    While checking accounts are convenient for daily cash needs, it’s important to remember that they may be age restricted. Most banks won’t allow people under the age of 18 to open a checking account without a parent or legal guardian as a co-owner of the account. Before opening a checking account, make sure that its terms fit your financial needs and your lifestyle.
    When it comes to setting aside money for a longterm need or goal, you should consider a savings account. Savings accounts are designed to hold money over a long period of time to help you save for larger goals (rather than everyday purchases). As your money stays in the account, it will accrue interest and grow over time. This means that you will need to visit your bank, set up a transfer online, or make an ATM withdrawal to access your money.
    Keeping some of your money in a savings account is a great way to set it aside for emergencies or large purchases – its limited access will keep you from spending it on day-to-day necessities. There are also dedicated savings accounts for kids, though a parent or guardian is usually required as a joint owner.

(Adapted from: https://www.santanderbank.com/personal/resources/checkingsavings/difference-between-checking
savings#:~:text=The%20main%20difference%20between%20check
ing,and%20where%20you%20need%20it)
Choose the alternative that correctly describes the meaning of one of the following words which were taken from the text.
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Q2070726 Inglês
Mark the alternative that does NOT have homophone words.
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Q2070725 Inglês
"No notável ensaio A Review of Skinner's Verbal Behavior , publicado em 1959, X argumenta(m) que a aquisição de uma língua não pode ser explicada simplesmente como resposta a estímulos, já que as crianças produzem palavras e sentenças que não constam em seu input linguístico, ou seja, que não pronunciadas por seus pais ou pelas pessoas de seu convívio. Dessa forma, o ser humano seria dotado de uma faculdade específica - a faculdade da linguagem -, situada na estrutura mente/cérebro, que possibilita a qualquer ser humano desenvolver linguagem, desde que exposto a um input linguístico. Essa faculdade é inata, hereditária, inerente ao seu humano e, também, o que o distingue dos demais seres vivos. Com a instauração da Y e o desenvolvimento de pesquisas em aquisição da linguagem, foram aprimorados os métodos de pesquisa e coleta de dados, e os estudos longitudinais, terceiro e atual momento dos estudos sobre aquisição da linguagem, passaram a ser os eleitos, já que, por meio desse tipo de pesquisa, é possível acompanhar o trajeto que a criança percorre até atingir o alvo - sua língua materna." Fonte (adaptada): LORANDI, Aline; CRUZ, Carina Rebello; SCHERER, Ana Paula Rigatti. Aquisição da linguagem. Verba Volant , v. 2, nº 1. Pelotas: Editora e Gráfica Universitária da UFPel, 2011, p. 146.

Marque a alternativa CORRETA que substitui respectivamente o X e o Y no texto acima.
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Q2070724 Inglês

Read the sentences below.


I.The Novel was written by a Danish author.


II.The chest was full of flowers.


Considering the context of each sentence, mark the alternative that presents the translation of the words in bold.

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Q2070723 Inglês
Julgue as sentenças abaixo como VERDADEIRAS ou FALSAS.
1.(__)Scanning é uma técnica de leitura rápida com objetivo de fazer uma espécie de "varredura" do texto a partir de uma leitura de cima para baixo.
2.(__)Skimming é uma estratégia de leitura lenta e focada na qual o texto é analisado com cuidado e por inteiro.
3.(__)A leitura scanning é muito útil para textos em formato de listas, planilhas e colunas de jornais.
A sequência CORRETA é:
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Q2070722 Inglês
Complete the sentence below.
"I X the exam if I Y hard."
Mark the CORRECT alternative that corresponds to X and Y respectively.
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Q2070721 Inglês
Complete the sentences below correctly.
A: We X have any food.
B: I know. I Y buy some when the movie is over.
Choose the CORRECT alternative that corresponds to X and Y respectively.
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Q2070720 Inglês
Consider the text below.
"[...] Montgomery plays Marilyn as an overly grateful and naive woman-child, saying please and thank you to the very men who dismiss and debase her. 'Let's drop the goo-goo routine, you can't be as dumb as you look', the studio head known as Mr R (an avatar for 20th Century Fox boss Darryl F Zanuck) tells her just before he sexually assaults her. However there is, at least, an element of bratty joyfulness to this Marilyn as she enjoys her success, and the film ends without putting her (and us) through her sorrowful demise."
Fonte: https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20220922-why-marilyn-monroe -is-the-worlds-most-misunderstood-icon Choose the alternative that does have a synonym to the word "sorrowful".
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Q2070719 Inglês
Read the sentence below.
"The complex houses married and single soldiers and their families."

Choose the option that best explains the sentence.
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Q2052640 Inglês
IT HELP DESK

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    Working the IT help desk can be a great entry-level job. As a help desk professional, your core responsibilities are to provide technical help and support; that could mean setting up and repairing computers or responding to a customer’s question about how to use their computer, as well as performing routine maintenance of a company’s computer networks and internet systems or teaching staff how to use new technologies. The job requires deep computer knowledge and good technical and interpersonal skills. But what if you want more? Additional credentials and advanced degrees can help you move beyond the IT help desk. Here are three career paths to consider.
     (i) Cloud and systems administrator – Network and systems administration is a natural next step from the IT help desk. Organizations need reliable computer networks, so there’s great demand for skilled professionals who can manage, administer, and protect computer systems. (ii) Network ops and security expert - Cybersecurity is a top-of-mind concern in every sector and industry. IT professionals with expert training in network operations and security systems are in high demand. (iii) IT manager – Yes, you will need plenty of experience, credentials, and certifications; still, you can get to a managerial or executive-level position from the IT help desk. It can be tough to see the top through all those steps of the stair, but the top is closer than you think.
   Software development, computer network architecture, and computer programming are other possible professions those working on the IT help desk or in other entry-level IT positions can pursue. In today’s ever-changing job marketplace, there’s no one career pathway.

(https://www.wgu.edu. adaptado)
Read the expressions below, extracted from the text. The one that best relates to the initial image is
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Q2052639 Inglês
IT HELP DESK

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    Working the IT help desk can be a great entry-level job. As a help desk professional, your core responsibilities are to provide technical help and support; that could mean setting up and repairing computers or responding to a customer’s question about how to use their computer, as well as performing routine maintenance of a company’s computer networks and internet systems or teaching staff how to use new technologies. The job requires deep computer knowledge and good technical and interpersonal skills. But what if you want more? Additional credentials and advanced degrees can help you move beyond the IT help desk. Here are three career paths to consider.
     (i) Cloud and systems administrator – Network and systems administration is a natural next step from the IT help desk. Organizations need reliable computer networks, so there’s great demand for skilled professionals who can manage, administer, and protect computer systems. (ii) Network ops and security expert - Cybersecurity is a top-of-mind concern in every sector and industry. IT professionals with expert training in network operations and security systems are in high demand. (iii) IT manager – Yes, you will need plenty of experience, credentials, and certifications; still, you can get to a managerial or executive-level position from the IT help desk. It can be tough to see the top through all those steps of the stair, but the top is closer than you think.
   Software development, computer network architecture, and computer programming are other possible professions those working on the IT help desk or in other entry-level IT positions can pursue. In today’s ever-changing job marketplace, there’s no one career pathway.

(https://www.wgu.edu. adaptado)
A expressão em português mais próxima em significado à expressão “In today’s ever-changing job marketplace” (parágrafo 3) é
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Q2052638 Inglês
IT HELP DESK

11_- 15.png (291×221) 

    Working the IT help desk can be a great entry-level job. As a help desk professional, your core responsibilities are to provide technical help and support; that could mean setting up and repairing computers or responding to a customer’s question about how to use their computer, as well as performing routine maintenance of a company’s computer networks and internet systems or teaching staff how to use new technologies. The job requires deep computer knowledge and good technical and interpersonal skills. But what if you want more? Additional credentials and advanced degrees can help you move beyond the IT help desk. Here are three career paths to consider.
     (i) Cloud and systems administrator – Network and systems administration is a natural next step from the IT help desk. Organizations need reliable computer networks, so there’s great demand for skilled professionals who can manage, administer, and protect computer systems. (ii) Network ops and security expert - Cybersecurity is a top-of-mind concern in every sector and industry. IT professionals with expert training in network operations and security systems are in high demand. (iii) IT manager – Yes, you will need plenty of experience, credentials, and certifications; still, you can get to a managerial or executive-level position from the IT help desk. It can be tough to see the top through all those steps of the stair, but the top is closer than you think.
   Software development, computer network architecture, and computer programming are other possible professions those working on the IT help desk or in other entry-level IT positions can pursue. In today’s ever-changing job marketplace, there’s no one career pathway.

(https://www.wgu.edu. adaptado)
No segundo parágrafo, os itens (i) e (ii) trazem uma expectativa em comum quanto aos profissionais nas carreiras mencionadas, qual seja, profissionais
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Q2052637 Inglês
IT HELP DESK

11_- 15.png (291×221) 

    Working the IT help desk can be a great entry-level job. As a help desk professional, your core responsibilities are to provide technical help and support; that could mean setting up and repairing computers or responding to a customer’s question about how to use their computer, as well as performing routine maintenance of a company’s computer networks and internet systems or teaching staff how to use new technologies. The job requires deep computer knowledge and good technical and interpersonal skills. But what if you want more? Additional credentials and advanced degrees can help you move beyond the IT help desk. Here are three career paths to consider.
     (i) Cloud and systems administrator – Network and systems administration is a natural next step from the IT help desk. Organizations need reliable computer networks, so there’s great demand for skilled professionals who can manage, administer, and protect computer systems. (ii) Network ops and security expert - Cybersecurity is a top-of-mind concern in every sector and industry. IT professionals with expert training in network operations and security systems are in high demand. (iii) IT manager – Yes, you will need plenty of experience, credentials, and certifications; still, you can get to a managerial or executive-level position from the IT help desk. It can be tough to see the top through all those steps of the stair, but the top is closer than you think.
   Software development, computer network architecture, and computer programming are other possible professions those working on the IT help desk or in other entry-level IT positions can pursue. In today’s ever-changing job marketplace, there’s no one career pathway.

(https://www.wgu.edu. adaptado)
In the excerpt from the first paragraph “beyond the IT help desk”, the underlined word may be substituted without change in meaning by
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Respostas
12821: E
12822: A
12823: B
12824: D
12825: C
12826: D
12827: D
12828: E
12829: E
12830: C
12831: C
12832: C
12833: B
12834: D
12835: A
12836: C
12837: A
12838: B
12839: E
12840: C