Questões de Concurso
Comentadas sobre vocabulário | vocabulary em inglês
Foram encontradas 2.337 questões
Ano: 2024
Banca:
Instituto Consulplan
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Jequié - BA
Prova:
Instituto Consulplan - 2024 - Prefeitura de Jequié - BA - Professor de Inglês |
Q3364438
Inglês
Texto associado
Something in the water? Why we love shark films
From the Steven Spielberg classic Jaws, to predators stalking the Seine in Under Paris, there is no shortage of shark films.
Hollywood and audiences love them, seemingly never tiring of the suspense, gore and terror.
There are prehistoric giant sharks in The Meg, genetically engineered ones in Deep Blue Sea, and sharks high on cocaine
in the ingeniously named Cocaine Shark.
Even Donald Trump is a fan – he was reportedly due to play the US president in a Sharknado film, before becoming the
actual president.
I became hooked on them after watching James Bond film Thunderball, where the villain keeps sharks in his swimming pool.
It led to a lifelong interest in shark films, as well as an irrational fear of swimming pools, even ones filled with chlorine
inside leisure centres.
Hayley Easton Street is the British director behind a new shark film, Something in the Water, which tells the story of a
group of women stranded at sea.
She explains that, as fan of shark films herself, she “absolutely wanted” to make the movie.
So why are shark movies so popular? “It's the fear of what could be going on with the unknown of [the sea]” she tells BBC News.
“Just being stuck in the middle of the ocean is scary enough. You're trapped in something else's world and anything could
happen.”
But despite Street's love of shark films, she did not want the ones in hers to be portrayed as marine serial killers.
“We kill 100 million sharks every year” she notes.
The director was also aware that the release of Jaws led to a huge rise in the hunting of sharks, partly because they had
been portrayed as merciless killers.
“As much as I love shark films, I love sharks.”
“I was really conscious of that, because it's easy for people to start seeing them as killing machines... or monsters, which
they are not.”
She adds: “I feel it's more scary to have the realistic theme of it, that, you know, if you are out in the ocean and there are
sharks and they do mistake you for something else, they will kill you.”
Despite the huge success of Jaws, Spielberg has said he “truly regrets the decimation of the shark population because of
the book and the film”.
Spielberg is not the only person concerned about Hollywood's portrayal of sharks and the impact it continues to have.
US marine biologist Andriana Fragola dedicates herself to educating people about sharks, often sharing videos of her diving
with them.
She says they are “misunderstood predators” that have been harmed by movies and the media.
Andriana tells me that she has watched Netflix's new shark film, Under Paris, and was not impressed.
“Their whole thing was it's about conservation, about studying them, but then the sharks are still eating people.”
“So it's giving a little bit more of a rounded education and a little bit more depth to the story, it's not just people swimming
at the beach and getting attacked and eaten.”
“But the bottom line and what people can draw from the movie is that sharks are still really dangerous to people and
they're just going to continuously hunt and eat people.”
“If that was true, we would be reduced as a human species. Everyone who goes to the beach, they would be threatened.”
Andriana says the perception of sharks causes a real issue for conservation.
“It's a huge problem because people don't want to protect something that they're scared of.”
“The perception from people is that they're dangerous to humans so we should eradicate them, and that's obviously a
huge problem for conservation and getting people to want to empathise or sympathise with sharks and wanting to actually
protect them.”
“It's unfortunate because 100 million sharks are killed every year, and globally sharks kill fewer than 10 people every year.”
“We're really focused on the sharks being the monsters and them being out to get us. In reality it's the opposite.”
It is unlikely that Hollywood will stop making shark films, or we will stop watching them.
But the figures show that far from being the serial killers of the sea, sharks are actually much more likely to be the victims
of humans.
(Charlotte Gallagher, Culture reporter, BBC 2024. Accessed: 29 July 2024. Available in:<https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckmmgxvp7dgo>. Adapted.)
Consider the underlined term: “Even Donald Trump is a fan - he was reportedly due to play the US president in a Sharknado
film, before becoming the actual president.” (4th§) It’s correct to say that it could be replaced, without change in meaning,
by the word:
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Paranaguá - PR
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Paranaguá - PR - Vigia |
Q3354659
Inglês
Read the dialogue below:
Safety Officer: Make sure the fenders are in place along the pier. We don't want any damage to the ship or the dock during mooring.
Engineer: Already checked. The fenders are positioned, and the mooring lines are ready to secure the ship once it arrives.
Safety Officer: Good. How's the condition of the gangway? The crew will need it for safe access once they dock.
Engineer: It's been inspected, and everything is in order. I'll also be monitoring the ship's propeller to ensure there's no obstruction during maneuvering.
Safety Officer: Perfect. Let's not forget to test the pumps. If there's any excess water from the last docking, we'll need to clear it immediately.
Engineer: Already on it. Everything will be in place by the time the ship enters the harbor.
Which of the following terms refers to the ropes used to secure a ship to the dock?
Safety Officer: Make sure the fenders are in place along the pier. We don't want any damage to the ship or the dock during mooring.
Engineer: Already checked. The fenders are positioned, and the mooring lines are ready to secure the ship once it arrives.
Safety Officer: Good. How's the condition of the gangway? The crew will need it for safe access once they dock.
Engineer: It's been inspected, and everything is in order. I'll also be monitoring the ship's propeller to ensure there's no obstruction during maneuvering.
Safety Officer: Perfect. Let's not forget to test the pumps. If there's any excess water from the last docking, we'll need to clear it immediately.
Engineer: Already on it. Everything will be in place by the time the ship enters the harbor.
Which of the following terms refers to the ropes used to secure a ship to the dock?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Paranaguá - PR
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Paranaguá - PR - Estivador |
Q3354509
Inglês
Read the dialogue below:
Supervisor: Make sure the crane is ready for the container unloading. The cargo manifest shows we have 50 containers arriving today.
Dockworker: Understood. We'll start as soon as the ship finishes berthing at the quay.
Supervisor: Also, double-check the gangway. We need it in place for safe crew access once the ship is docked.
Dockworker: Sure thing. The stevedoring team is on standby for unloading, and the containers will be moved to the warehouse afterward.
Supervisor: Great. Keep an eye on the draught of the ship as well; we don't want any issues with the water depth during unloading.
Dockworker: Will do! I'll make sure everything goes smoothly once the customs clearance is done.
Which of the following terms refers to the process of checking a ship's cargo to ensure it complies with legal regulations before it can be unloaded?
Supervisor: Make sure the crane is ready for the container unloading. The cargo manifest shows we have 50 containers arriving today.
Dockworker: Understood. We'll start as soon as the ship finishes berthing at the quay.
Supervisor: Also, double-check the gangway. We need it in place for safe crew access once the ship is docked.
Dockworker: Sure thing. The stevedoring team is on standby for unloading, and the containers will be moved to the warehouse afterward.
Supervisor: Great. Keep an eye on the draught of the ship as well; we don't want any issues with the water depth during unloading.
Dockworker: Will do! I'll make sure everything goes smoothly once the customs clearance is done.
Which of the following terms refers to the process of checking a ship's cargo to ensure it complies with legal regulations before it can be unloaded?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMEOSC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Iporã do Oeste - SC
Prova:
AMEOSC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Iporã do Oeste - SC - Professor de Inglês |
Q3354143
Inglês
Which sentence correctly uses an interjection to convey
surprise?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC - Professor de Inglês |
Q3351458
Inglês
Select the word that best fits the following definition: "To
criticize or reprimand severely."
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC - Professor de Inglês |
Q3351456
Inglês
Select the word that is most opposite in meaning to the
word "effervescent" in the following sentence:
"Her effervescent personality made her the life of the party."
"Her effervescent personality made her the life of the party."
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC - Professor de Inglês |
Q3351450
Inglês
The word "fair" has multiple meanings. Which pair of
meanings is correct for this word?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC - Professor de Inglês |
Q3351449
Inglês
Identify the term that means "a seemingly absurd or
self-contradictory statement or proposition that, when
investigated or explained, may prove to be well-founded
or true."
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Jaborá - SC - Professor de Inglês |
Q3351447
Inglês
Which of the following words can mean both a piece of
sports equipment and a flying mammal?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Santos - SP
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Santos - SP - Trabalhador Portuário Avulso - Estiva |
Q3350566
Inglês
A ship's captain orders the crew to inspect the bilge
before departure. What is the purpose of the bilge in a
maritime vessel?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Santos - SP
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Santos - SP - Trabalhador Portuário Avulso - Estiva |
Q3350565
Inglês
During a routine inspection, a crew member is instructed
to check the condition of the hull. What is the hull of a
vessel?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Santos - SP
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Santos - SP - Trabalhador Portuário Avulso - Estiva |
Q3350562
Inglês
During rough seas, the first officer advises the captain to
adjust the ship's ballast. What is the function of the
ballast in maritime operations?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Santos - SP
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Santos - SP - Trabalhador Portuário Avulso - Estiva |
Q3350559
Inglês
Texto associado
O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder à questão.
Cargo ship stuck in river after tide falls
A cargo ship travelling through Cambridgeshire has
become stuck in a river.
The Baltic Arrow is currently in the River Nene, Wisbech,
after the captain reported "grounding" at about 08:49 BST
on Tuesday.
The cargo ship was sailing from Riga, in Latvia, to the
Port of Wisbech with timber in packs.
A port spokesperson said it was a "rare situation" but
because the tide had fallen the plan was to wait "until
[the] vessel is afloat at next high water to free her from
the banks".
The cargo ship was being sailed under the flag of St Kitts
and Nevis to the Port of Wisbech.
Six crew members and two local pilots were on board.
There have been no reported injuries on the 80-metre
(262ft) long vessel and the captain has not reported any
damage.
A spokesperson from Wisbech Port added that a full
investigation will be carried out to find out why it
grounded.
They said: "Since tide has fallen away, plan is to wait
until vessel is afloat at next high water to free her from
banks with additional tug assistance and continue her
pilotage safely into Wisbech Port.
"This is a rare situation to happen at Wisbech. We hope
to have vessel freed this evening and bring her alongside
for discharging as usual."
Grounding can be described as the vessel no longer
being afloat and the hull of the ship touching the river
bed.
On this occasion, it was down to the tide going out whilst
part of the vessel was in contact with the bank, the port
spokesperson said.
They added: "All berths at Wisbech port are NAABSA
berths which stands for 'not always afloat but safely
aground' so technically all vessels ground whilst moored
here during low water.
"The river bed is very soft and sludgy here and the vessel
is designed to safely ground so we are confident of no
ongoing issues."
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cxww2rnxzvlo
In the sentence: "Grounding can be described as the
vessel no longer being afloat and the hull of the ship
touching the river bed," what does the word "grounding"
mean in the context of the text?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
IDCAP
Órgão:
OGMO-Santos - SP
Prova:
IDCAP - 2024 - OGMO-Santos - SP - Trabalhador Portuário Avulso - Estiva |
Q3350558
Inglês
Texto associado
O texto seguinte servirá de base para responder à questão.
Cargo ship stuck in river after tide falls
A cargo ship travelling through Cambridgeshire has
become stuck in a river.
The Baltic Arrow is currently in the River Nene, Wisbech,
after the captain reported "grounding" at about 08:49 BST
on Tuesday.
The cargo ship was sailing from Riga, in Latvia, to the
Port of Wisbech with timber in packs.
A port spokesperson said it was a "rare situation" but
because the tide had fallen the plan was to wait "until
[the] vessel is afloat at next high water to free her from
the banks".
The cargo ship was being sailed under the flag of St Kitts
and Nevis to the Port of Wisbech.
Six crew members and two local pilots were on board.
There have been no reported injuries on the 80-metre
(262ft) long vessel and the captain has not reported any
damage.
A spokesperson from Wisbech Port added that a full
investigation will be carried out to find out why it
grounded.
They said: "Since tide has fallen away, plan is to wait
until vessel is afloat at next high water to free her from
banks with additional tug assistance and continue her
pilotage safely into Wisbech Port.
"This is a rare situation to happen at Wisbech. We hope
to have vessel freed this evening and bring her alongside
for discharging as usual."
Grounding can be described as the vessel no longer
being afloat and the hull of the ship touching the river
bed.
On this occasion, it was down to the tide going out whilst
part of the vessel was in contact with the bank, the port
spokesperson said.
They added: "All berths at Wisbech port are NAABSA
berths which stands for 'not always afloat but safely
aground' so technically all vessels ground whilst moored
here during low water.
"The river bed is very soft and sludgy here and the vessel
is designed to safely ground so we are confident of no
ongoing issues."
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cxww2rnxzvlo
In the sentence: "This is a rare situation to happen at
Wisbech," the word "rare" is closest in meaning to:
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Alto Bela Vista - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Alto Bela Vista - SC - Professor - Letras - Inglês |
Q3350465
Inglês
Identify the correct usage of the word in the following sentence:
The teacher's ________ of the students' hard work brightened their day.
Select the correct alternative.
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Alto Bela Vista - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Alto Bela Vista - SC - Professor - Letras - Inglês |
Q3350464
Inglês
Read the following passage and answer the question below:
"In the annual meeting, the speaker decided to address the crucial issues that had been plaguing the company. As he spoke, the atmosphere in the room became tense, with many attendees exchanging concerned glances. Suddenly, a loud noise echoed through the hall, distracting everyone from the speaker's words. It turned out that a balloon had burst near the entrance, causing a brief moment of chaos."
What is the most likely meaning of the word "burst" in the context of the passage?
Ano: 2024
Banca:
AMAUC
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Alto Bela Vista - SC
Prova:
AMAUC - 2024 - Prefeitura de Alto Bela Vista - SC - Professor - Letras - Inglês |
Q3350457
Inglês
In the realm of lexicography, identify the word that best
encapsulates the following definition: "A state of being
excessively self-centered or absorbed in one's own
thoughts and interests to the detriment of others, often
manifested as a disregard for social norms."
Ano: 2024
Banca:
VUNESP
Órgão:
Prefeitura de Vista Alegre do Alto - SP
Prova:
VUNESP - 2024 - Prefeitura de Vista Alegre do Alto - SP - Professor de Educação Básica II - PEB II - Inglês |
Q3349236
Inglês
Texto associado
Leia o texto para responder à questão.
In foreign language education, the teaching of culture remains a hotly debated issue. What is culture? What is its relation to language? Which and whose culture should be taught? What role should the learners’ culture play in the acquisition of knowledge of the target culture? How can we avoid essentializing cultures and teaching stereotypes? And how can we develop in the learners an intercultural competence that would shortchange neither their own culture nor the target culture, but would make them into cultural mediators in a globalized world? This paper explores these issues from the perspective of the large body of research done in Australia, Europe and the U.S. in the last twenty years. It links the study of culture to the study of discourse (see, e.g., Kramsch 1993, 1998, 2004) and to the concept of translingual and transcultural competence proposed by the Modern Language Association (e.g., Kramsch, 2010).
(https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1127430)
The meaning of the word in bold in the excerpt from the
text “an intercultural competence that would shortchange
neither their own culture nor the target culture” is
Q3344593
Inglês
Texto associado
Leia o texto para responder à questão.
Sustainability is a big buzzword in modern architecture
– and not just when building the world’s tallest wooden
skyscraper. According to the Green Building Council – an
authority on sustainable buildings and communities in
Australia – the built environment accounts for nearly 40% of
“global energy related carbon emissions,” with materials and
construction alone accounting for 11% of that global total.
But once a recently approved residential high-rise in Perth,
Australia, is erected, there will be no mistaking how central
sustainability was to the project. Why? Because it would stand
as the tallest wooden skyscraper in the world.
Envisioned by an Australian architecture firm, C6 (the
project’s name, which is derived from its location at 6 Charles
Street) aims to incorporate hybridized timber not just for floor
paneling, but as an essential structural element throughout
all of its 50 stories, making up a substantial amount of the
project’s total materials. As a result, the architecture firm
claims that C6 will use “around 45% less concrete than a
traditional building of a similar scale”.
There’s no timeline for the completion of C6 just yet.
But don’t be surprised if this landmark inspires other
sustainable-minded architects to eclipse its benchmark by the
time residents are moving in.
(https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/, 12.10.2023)
The word timber, as used in the second paragraph of the
text, can be understood as
Ano: 2024
Banca:
FURB
Órgão:
SED-SC
Prova:
FURB - 2024 - SED-SC - Professor - Língua Estrangeira Inglês |
Q3338242
Inglês
The group of words flower / flour, daze /days and beat /
beet are examples of:
Conheça nossos planos