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Q4361874 Inglês
In the sentence “Could you look after this matter while I am away?”, the phrasal verb look after means:
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Q4361866 Inglês
In the sentence “They agreed to meet on the balcony after dinner,” which word is closest in meaning to balcony?
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Q4358826 Inglês

Drug use has been prevalent for several decades in the United States. In general, the most used are tobacco, alcohol, opioids, marijuana, amphetamines, cocaine, and psychedelics, while among teens, alcohol, marijuana, and tobacco are the top three (Most Reported Substance Use among Adolescents Held Steady in 2022). Studies on the impact of smoking and vaping use in films have found evidence of increased risk among exposed children, indicating the process of causal association (Hassanein et al., 2022). Changes in recreational and medicinal regulation process have also brought modifications to some illicit substances, like marijuana and psychedelics, for those having gained legal status in states like California, Colorado, and Oregon. However, a study in Washington, a recreational state, illustrated no increases in marijuana use among 12th graders and a decrease of 22% in 10th graders. Despite these societal process change, cigarettes, marijuana, and alcohol still pose significant dangers to individuals, especially when abused. In recent years, the landscape of alcohol consumption has changed to include unsuspecting high-alcohol beverages like seltzers, marketing via social media, and businesses that historically did not provide, but now readily provide drinks, like movie theaters and “for here, or to go” off-premises sales. Alcohol abuse can result in a process of liver damage, impaired judgment, addiction, and increased risk of accidents and violence (Jones, 2020). Cigarettes contain harmful chemicals that can lead to severe respiratory issues, cardiovascular diseases, and various forms of cancer. Marijuana, although touted for its medicinal properties, can have adverse effects on the memorization process, concentration, and mental health, particularly among young users, therefore, these health concerns are deeper than ever, as marijuana potency has increased steadily over the last two decades.


(Available in: https://digitalcommons.unmc.edu/cgi/viewcontent. Adapted. Accessed on: January 2026.)



3The text presented for reading and comprehension work for its topic of general interest – drug consumption among youngsters – is part of a project aimed at connecting curricular areas. While providing vocabulary expansion and improving informational level, linguistic knowledge development was also sought, since students reviewed and applied content already studied. Based on the observation of the highlighted word, the alternative whose plural form follows the same rule is:

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Q4358822 Inglês

An Ensino Médio [High School] group was offered the meme below for analysis and study of language employment in relation to culture, and society’s requirements.



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(Available in: https://imgur.com/gallery/great-white/. Accessed on: January 2026.)



The first step was lexical research, then meaning discussion was carried out, and to close up activities, students pointed out that the option matching the image is:

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Q4357879 Inglês

TEXT V

Turn on your light

by Ben Okri

[…]

Will you be at the harvest,

Among the gatherers of new fruits?

Then you must begin today to remake

Your mental and spiritual world,

And join the warriors and celebrants

Of freedom, realisers of great dreams.

You can't remake the world

Without remaking yourself.

Each new era begins within.

It is an inward event,

With unsuspected possibilities

For inner liberation.

We could use it to turn on

Our inward lights.

We could use it to use even the dark

And negative things positively.

We could use the new era

To clean our eyes,

To see the world differently,

To see ourselves more clearly.

Only free people can make a free world.

Infect the world with your light.

Help fulfill the golden prophecies.

Press forward the human genius.

Our future is greater than our past.

Adapted from https://greatturning.net/turn-on-your-light-by-ben-okri/

The literal meaning of the word “harvest” in “Will you be at the harvest […]?” refers to the moment of
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Q4357877 Inglês
The sentence in the title presents a(n)  
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Q4357876 Inglês
If the vehicle is “towed away”, this means it will be 
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Q4357874 Inglês
In this poster, the word “access” is classified as a(n) 
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Q4357873 Inglês
According to the BNCC, students should infer information from diverse texts in different spheres of circulation (EF08LI05). Following this guideline, the teacher may organize the class in pairs and ask them to infer the meaning of this road sign.
The correct answer is: 
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Q4357871 Inglês
A synonym for “over” in “India has over 125,000,000 ESL speakers” is 
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Q4357866 Inglês
When asking students to produce texts, the teacher may offer a panel from a comic strip and ask them to fill the bubbles with the sentences that match the image. 

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In this case, the most coherent choice to each bubble is, respectively:
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Q4357865 Inglês
Learning how to apologize is one of the areas of pragmatic competence in language use. Student: ________________, I must leave now. Teacher: Never mind, the class is over anyway. Choose the correct expression that completes the following communicative situation in a polite way.
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Q4357863 Inglês
The verb “strives” means to 
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Q4357859 Inglês

TEXT I 


The Multimodal Approach in English Language Teaching 

In today’s media-rich environment, the vast majority of texts students engage with daily — such as YouTube videos, Instagram reels, TikTok clips, streaming series, video games and blog posts — are not only digital but also multimodal. These texts combine language with image, sound, movement and spatial design to convey meaning, often requiring learners to interpret and respond across multiple modes simultaneously. As digital technologies evolve, the pervasiveness and complexity of multimodal communication grow, reshaping both how we communicate and what it means to be literate.

Contemporary communication extends far beyond speech and writing; it is a layered, dynamic process that includes visual, aural, gestural and spatial elements. As such, literacy can no longer be understood solely as a linguistic skill. To participate fully in today’s social, academic and professional contexts, learners need more than the ability to read and write alphabetic text — they need to view, interpret, evaluate and represent meaning through a range of semiotic resources. In this context, traditional notions of literacy are insufficient and language education must evolve to reflect the multimodal nature of communication in the 21st century […]

Importantly, multimodal literacy also promotes accessibility and inclusion. Learners with reading difficulties, sensory impairments or diverse learning needs often struggle with traditional printbased instruction. Multimodal texts provide alternative pathways to meaning, allowing information to be accessed and expressed through visuals, sound, movement and space. This not only supports learners with special educational needs but benefits all students by offering multiple modes for engagement and expression. By embedding multimodal materials and encouraging students to compose multimodal texts, teachers create more equitable and inclusive classrooms. Multimodal learning reflects how people communicate in real life — and, crucially, supports the development of diverse literacies needed for participation in contemporary society. 

In summary, integrating multimodal literacy into language teaching fosters deeper engagement, enhances learning outcomes and equips students with the skills to navigate and contribute meaningfully to today’s complex communicative landscape.


Adapted from https://film-english.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/themultimodal-approach-in-language-teaching.pdf

The idiom that has the same function of the discourse marker “In summary” (4th paragraph) is: 
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Q4357854 Inglês

TEXT I 


The Multimodal Approach in English Language Teaching 

In today’s media-rich environment, the vast majority of texts students engage with daily — such as YouTube videos, Instagram reels, TikTok clips, streaming series, video games and blog posts — are not only digital but also multimodal. These texts combine language with image, sound, movement and spatial design to convey meaning, often requiring learners to interpret and respond across multiple modes simultaneously. As digital technologies evolve, the pervasiveness and complexity of multimodal communication grow, reshaping both how we communicate and what it means to be literate.

Contemporary communication extends far beyond speech and writing; it is a layered, dynamic process that includes visual, aural, gestural and spatial elements. As such, literacy can no longer be understood solely as a linguistic skill. To participate fully in today’s social, academic and professional contexts, learners need more than the ability to read and write alphabetic text — they need to view, interpret, evaluate and represent meaning through a range of semiotic resources. In this context, traditional notions of literacy are insufficient and language education must evolve to reflect the multimodal nature of communication in the 21st century […]

Importantly, multimodal literacy also promotes accessibility and inclusion. Learners with reading difficulties, sensory impairments or diverse learning needs often struggle with traditional printbased instruction. Multimodal texts provide alternative pathways to meaning, allowing information to be accessed and expressed through visuals, sound, movement and space. This not only supports learners with special educational needs but benefits all students by offering multiple modes for engagement and expression. By embedding multimodal materials and encouraging students to compose multimodal texts, teachers create more equitable and inclusive classrooms. Multimodal learning reflects how people communicate in real life — and, crucially, supports the development of diverse literacies needed for participation in contemporary society. 

In summary, integrating multimodal literacy into language teaching fosters deeper engagement, enhances learning outcomes and equips students with the skills to navigate and contribute meaningfully to today’s complex communicative landscape.


Adapted from https://film-english.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/themultimodal-approach-in-language-teaching.pdf

The phrase “such as” (1st paragraph) is similar in function and meaning to
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Q4352742 Inglês
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Adaptado de: NOELS, Kimberly A.; VARGAS LASCANO, Dayuma I.; SAUMURE, Kristie. The development of self-determination across the language course: trajectories of motivational change and the dynamic interplay of psychological needs, orientations, and engagement. Studies in Second Language Acquisition, v. 41, n. 4, p. 821-851, 2019.
No trecho “Support should help learners persist with demanding tasks without taking over the decisions that belong to them”, a interpretação que preserva simultaneamente os sentidos das construções persist with, take over e belong to é: 
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Q4352721 Inglês
Texto 1:

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Adaptado de: PATEL, Mina; SOLLY, Mike; COPELAND, Steve. The future of English: global perspectives. London: British Council, 2023. Acesso em: 3 ago. 2026.
No último parágrafo, a construção “widen the divide”, empregada para caracterizar um possível efeito da tecnologia, expressa a ideia de
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Q4351091 Inglês
Read the text and answer question.

How AI could radically change schools by 2050


    By 2050, education will look radically different than it does now, according to psychologist and social scientist Howard Gardner — the originator of the theory of multiple intelligences — and Anthea Roberts, a visiting professor at Harvard Law School and founder and CEO of the AI tool Dragonfly Thinking.

    Gardner, speaking during a forum Wednesday at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, called AI as fundamental a change to education as the world had seen in 1,000 years — and even said it may render obsolete many of the forms of mind he is famous for describing. “The need to have everybody in the class doing the same thing, being assessed in the same way, will seem totally old-fashioned,” he said.

    The forum, titled “Thinking in an AI-Augmented World,” took place in Longfellow Hall and was hosted by Martin West, academic dean and Henry Lee Shattuck Professor of Education. “AI is already shaping the future of education in ways that everyone in the sector, from policymakers and leaders to teachers, parents, and students, needs to understand,” West said.

    Gardner and Roberts offered distinct perspectives of an AIaugmented education system.

    In Gardner’s view, by about 2050, every child would need a few years of schooling in the Three R’s: “Reading, ’riting, ’rithmetic, and a little bit of coding,” he said. After that, teachers who functioned more as coaches would expose students to activities that would challenge their thinking, expose them to ideas, and guide them toward professions that excite them. “I don’t think going to school for 10 or 15 years as we’ve done it makes sense,” said Gardner, the John H. and Elisabeth A. Hobbs Research Professor of Cognition and Education.

    Roberts offered another vision. Where previously knowledge production was “the actor on the stage, the athlete on the field, the writer of the book,” the next generation must be trained to orchestrate a team of AIs. “You become the director of the actor, you become the coach of the athlete, and you become the editor of the writer,” she said. “It requires actually having very strong faculties in terms of how you’re engaging.”

    Gardner said artificial intelligence has him rethinking some of his previous ideas on essential cognitive abilities. Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences, first published in the 1983 book “Frames of Mind,” outlined distinct types of intellectual competency: logical-mathematical, linguistic, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, and intrapersonal.

Source: https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2025/09/how-ai-could-radically-changeschools-by-2050/
In the sentence “the next generation must be trained to orchestrate a team of AIs,” the word orchestrate is closest in meaning to: 
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Q4350269 Inglês

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World's largest intelligent container ship sets sail



The delivery of the nation's first and the world's largest intelligent container ship powered entirely by electricity marks the transition toward a greener and more intelligent future by China's shipping industry, experts said.


Following the successful completion of various tests, the vessel, named Ning Yuan Dian Kun, was delivered in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, on Wednesday.


"From the initial project approval to the final delivery, the vessel showcased the full life-cycle development of zero carbon ships, characterized by pure electric propulsion, autonomous navigation and high operational efficiency, achieved by China's shipping industry," said Ma Hongmeng, a senior engineer at Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute and the person in charge of the intelligent container ship.


According to Ma, the ship is proof that China's coastal container transportation segment is entering a new era marked by zero-emissions, intelligent operations and high efficiency, a prerequisite for achieving carbon neutrality and shipping energy transformation. 


With a capacity of over 740 twenty-foot equivalent units, the vessel was independently developed and designed by SDARI. Its electric propulsion system was provided by Shanghai Marine Equipment Research Institute. Both companies are subsidiaries of China State Shipbuilding Corp.


"Independently developed by SMERI, the innovative electric propulsion system has undergone maritime navigation tests, which fully proved its reliability, superiority and adaptability," said Wu Guodong, a senior engineer at the institute.


He added that with all performance indicators meeting expectations, the technological breakthrough from design to application highlighted China's leading position in pure electric ship power system integration worldwide, and laid a solid foundation for the transformation of China's shipping industry to a greener and carbon neutral one.


With a length of 127.8 meters and a width of 21.6 meters, the ship has been tailor-made for Ningbo Ocean Shipping Co and will run on the coastal shipping route between Ningbo and Jiaxing in Zhejiang province.


A senior official from the Ningbo Maritime Safety Administration said that due to the distinctive features of new-generation intelligent vessels, a dedicated service team has been established to provide comprehensive support. The team will conduct continuous tracking and precise assessments throughout the entire process — from design and construction to navigation — ensuring a thorough grasp of the vessels' technical characteristics and effective control of operational risks.


The vessel is equipped with 10 container-shaped power units with a total power supply capacity of about 19,600 kilowatt-hours.


"This allows the ship to achieve zero-emission and zero-noise green operation throughout the entire voyage, while perfectly adapting to the practical operational needs of coastal container transportation," Ma said.


Wang Ting, captain of Ning Yuan Dian Kun, also confirmed this view. "Compared with traditional fuel-powered vessels, the most noticeable change in a fully electric seagoing ship is the lack of noise. In the past, the engine room would be filled by the roar of the main engine, whereas voyages nowadays are almost silent. This creates a more relaxed working environment and allows crew members to concentrate better on operations — a significant improvement brought about by green energy," he said.


He added that in terms of power response, the torque output of electric propulsion motors is linear and instantaneous. Acceleration and deceleration are smooth and highly responsive, with virtually no delay, making operations more straightforward. However, this also places new demands on operators — they must learn to manage energy efficiently, closely monitor power consumption, and plan vessel speed in a more rational manner.


The ship has also adopted two permanent magnet synchronous propulsion motors, capable of cutting carbon emissions by 1,462 tons per year, and completely eliminating emissions of sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides and fine particles.


"In this way, we manage to achieve zero pollution throughout the entire process of transportation, ranging from navigation and berthing to loading and unloading," Ma from SDARI said.


Currently, Ningbo Ocean Shipping Co operates 32 green and energy-efficient vessels, accounting for 57 percent of its self-owned fleet, marking the initial formation of a sizable green fleet.


Chen Xiaofeng, chairman of the company, said: "We hope to achieve breakthroughs in key areas through Ning Yuan Dian Kun. We aim to build the country's first demonstration model of a fully electric seagoing vessel, promoting the expansion of pure electric technology from inland waterways to maritime transport. We seek to establish a complete, replicable technical and operational system for 'zero-carbon transportation'."



https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202604/16/WS69e0ee90a310d6866e b43dd4.html

Judge the statements below as TRUE (T) or FALSE (F), according to the technical and maritime terminology used in the text:



(__) In the text, "twenty-foot equivalent units" refers to a standardized measure used to indicate the container-carrying capacity of a vessel.


(__) The expression "coastal shipping route" indicates that the vessel will operate along a maritime route near the coast, rather than necessarily on an inland waterway.


(__) The term "berthing" refers to the process of loading containers onto a ship while it is already navigating.


(__) The expression "electric propulsion system" refers to the system responsible for producing or transmitting power used to move the vessel.



The correct sequence is: 

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Q4349669 Inglês
Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder (formerly known as Asperger's Syndrome)


Since the mid-2000's, there has been a steady increase in the number of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) registered at the Paul Menton Centre, consistent with the finding that Ottawa has the second-highest concentration of such students in Ontario (Alcorn-MacKay, 2010).

While still in use, the term Asperger's Syndrome does not appear in the most recent version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM; American Psychiatric Association, 2013), and is now subsumed under the broad category of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Those diagnosed in the past with Asperger's would now be identified as having Level 1 ASD (requiring minimal supports). A neurodevelopmental disorder usually identified in childhood, ASD is diagnosed and described based on two symptom dimensions: (1) Deficits in social communication/social interaction, and (2) Restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests or activities.

Carleton students with ASD typically have many strengths. They are usually highly articulate, in speech and in writing. They tend to be attentive to detail, with strengths in rote memory and a systematic, logical approach to problem solving. They may have intense interests around a general theme (for example, mechanics or history) with more specific, related interests having varied since childhood (Stoddart, Burke and King, 2012), which can be highly motivating if they are in a related program. They are also likely to be straightforward, loyal and honest (McMahon-Coleman, 2016).

In addition to the two DSM-V symptom dimensions, students with ASD may experience excessive anxiety associated with everyday events.

Many are hypersensitive to environmental stimuli, such as noise, harsh lighting and crowds. They may exhibit rigid, inflexible, rule-bound behaviour, and can experience profound anxiety in response to unfamiliar settings, unclear expectations, and (seemingly minor) changes (e.g. last-minute changes to course syllabus). Other observed areas of difficulty include time management and organization, concentration, fine motor skills (messy, effortful handwriting) and processing speed. Many students with ASD struggle to participate in class discussions, presentations and group work. Grades may suffer because they do not intuitively grasp "the hidden curriculum" like their peers. To illustrate, some may lack awareness of the various types of postsecondary settings − like lectures, labs, and discussion groups − with distinct formats for teaching and learning and expectations for behaviour. They may generalize from the familiar, predominately reproductive learning culture of high school (memorise this and give it back) and be unprepared when required to analyse, critique, or apply knowledge. They may need to be taught explicitly that different academic fields apply different writing conventions, which vary further across assignment types (book report versus persuasive essay, for example), and benefit from access to models, scaffolded assignments (McMahon-Coleman, 2016) and clear written instructions.

Symptoms and characteristics of ASD may lead to false impressions; as a result, many students struggle to establish and maintain friendships. Some speak in a relatively monotone voice with limited eye contact and avoid social interactions. Such individuals may be perceived as aloof, uninterested "loners". Others speak too loudly and out of context, with intense eye contact and a propensity to talk extensively about their own interests, giving the impression that they are insensitive and self-centered. They may be unaware of "unwritten" social rules (e.g. personal space), or interpret language in a highly literal fashion (cannot detect sarcasm or "read between the lines"). Most can't "do small talk"; nor do they readily interpret and express non-verbal social cues (facial expressions, tone of voice, gestures).

Typical Academic Accommodations 

• Extra time and a smaller location for tests and exams 

• Access to a word processor for written tests and exams 

• Recording software or recording pen for lectures 

• Access to volunteer notetaking services 

• Consideration for group work, presentations or participation.



In some cases, a PMC Coordinator will encourage students with ASD to send their instructors a personalised Letter of Introduction explaining the impact of their disability and related strengths and challenges.

Resources

Gobbo, K. and Shmulsky, S. (2014) Faculty Experience With College Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Qualitative Study of Challenges and Solutions. Focus on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities, 29(1), 13-22

McKeon, B., Alpern, C. S., & Zager, D. (2013). Promoting academic engagement for college students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, 26(4), 353-366.

Burgstahler, S. & Russo-Gleicher, R.J. (2015). Applying universal design to address the needs of postsecondary students on the autism spectrum. Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, 29, 199-212.

References

Alcorn Mackay, S. (2010). Identifying Trends and Supports for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Transitioning into Postsecondary. Toronto: Higher Education Quality Council Ontario.

American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing.

Stoddart, K. P., Burke, L., and King, R. (2012). Asperger Syndrome in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians. New York: W.W. Norton & Company, Inc.

Baron-Cohen, S., Leslie, A. and Frith, U. (1985). Does the autistic child have a "theory of mind"? Cognition, 21(1), 37-46



https://carleton.ca/pmc/level-1-autism-spectrum-disorder-formerly-know n-as-aspergers-syndrome/
Consider the expressions "subsumed under the broad category" and "read between the lines" as they occur in the passage.
Which pair of meanings corresponds to their contextual use?
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1: C
2: A
3: A
4: C
5: B
6: B
7: B
8: D
9: E
10: E
11: C
12: B
13: D
14: C
15: A
16: C
17: A
18: A
19: B
20: C