Questões de Concurso Comentadas sobre vocabulário | vocabulary em inglês

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Q3181421 Inglês
Complete the gap using the correct proposition below: "Until mid-18th century, scholars from the comparative linguistic areas did not progress ____ beyond the stage where ancient Greek and Roman grammarians had left them":
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Q3179432 Inglês
"Renewable Energy: A Path Toward Sustainability"

The global push toward renewable energy technologies represents a pivotal shift in addressing the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change. As greenhouse gas emissions continue to accelerate global warming, policymakers, scientists, and industry leaders emphasize the urgent need to transition from fossil fuels to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources. Among the most prominent renewable technologies are solar, wind, and geothermal energy systems, each offering unique advantages in reducing environmental degradation and promoting energy security.

Solar energy, harnessed through photovoltaic cells and thermal systems, has become increasingly accessible due to technological advancements and declining production costs. Wind energy, reliant on the kinetic power of air currents, now constitutes a significant portion of the energy mix in many nations, particularly those with favorable geographical conditions. Meanwhile, geothermal energy, derived from the Earth’s internal heat, provides a consistent and reliable energy source, particularly in regions with significant tectonic activity.

However, the widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies is not without its challenges. High upfront costs, intermittent energy production, and the need for extensive infrastructure development remain significant barriers. Moreover, integrating these technologies into existing power grids requires coordinated efforts to modernize and enhance energy storage solutions. Despite these obstacles, the global community increasingly recognizes the imperative of investing in renewables, as their benefits—ranging from reduced carbon footprints to long-term economic resilience—outweigh the initial difficulties.

In addition to addressing environmental concerns, renewable energy adoption carries profound implications for geopolitical dynamics and social equity. Nations with abundant natural resources, such as sun and wind, stand to gain significant economic and strategic advantages. Simultaneously, prioritizing renewable energy can contribute to reducing energy poverty in developing regions, fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development.

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Based on the text, select the CORRECT alternative about the vocabulary used in the context provided: 
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Q3179420 Inglês
English, as a global language, exhibits notable variations between its regional forms, particularly British English and American English. These differences encompass spelling, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, reflecting distinct historical and cultural developments.
Regarding the distinctions between British and American English, select the CORRECT alternative. 
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Q3179419 Inglês
The English language has undergone profound transformations throughout its history, influenced by various sociopolitical events, invasions, and cultural exchanges. These historical developments have significantly shaped its grammatical structure, phonology, and vocabulary.
Based on the evolution of the English language, select the CORRECT alternative.
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Q3175070 Inglês

A polissemia é uma característica intrínseca das línguas, em que uma mesma palavra pode apresentar múltiplos significados. A identificação do sentido correto de uma palavra depende, portanto, da análise do contexto em que ela está inserida.


Observe a palavra "fine" nas seguintes frases:


"This is a fine example of Renaissance art."


"I feel fine today."


"The library charges a fine for overdue books."


"She has fine blonde hair."


Assinale a alternativa que apresenta a correta correspondência entre a frase e o significado de "fine":

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Q3175066 Inglês

A língua inglesa, assim como muitas outras, apresenta palavras com sons semelhantes, mas com significados e grafias distintos. A compreensão dessas nuances fonéticas é crucial para a comunicação oral e escrita, evitando equívocos e mal-entendidos.


Complete as lacunas das frases a seguir com a palavra correta, considerando a pronúncia e o contexto:


The___(weather/whether) forecast predicts heavy rain for tomorrow.


She couldn't decide___(which/witch) dress to wear to the party.


The___(principal/principle) of the school gave a speech at the graduation ceremony.


He___(threw/through) the ball to his teammate.


They walked___(passed/past) the bakery and were tempted by the delicious smell of fresh bread.


A sequência correta de preenchimento das lacunas, de cima para baixo, é:

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Q3173642 Inglês
Which pedagogical approach emphasizes the importance of contextualizing new vocabulary within meaningful reading materials?
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Q3167915 Inglês

Read the following quote and select the correct alternative.


“Life doesn't make any sense, and we all pretend it does. Comedy's job is to point out that it doesn't make sense, and that it doesn't make much difference anyway.” ― Eric Idle


The word "pretend" can be correctly translated into Portuguese as:

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Q3167525 Inglês
Choose the correct phrasal verb that serves as a synonym for ‘decline’ to complete the sentence: "The manager decided to ______ the project proposal."
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Q3167516 Inglês

Read the text to answer question.


“A few light taps upon the pane made him turn to the window. It had begun to snow again. He watched sleepily the flakes, silver and dark, falling obliquely against the lamplight. The time had come for him to set out on his journey westward. Yes, the newspapers were right: snow was general all over Ireland. It was falling on every part of the dark central plain, on the treeless hills, falling softly upon the Bog of Allen and, farther westward, softly falling into the dark mutinous Shannon waves. It was falling, too, upon every part of the lonely churchyard on the hill where Michael Furey lay buried. It lay thickly drifted on the crooked crosses and headstones, on the spears of the little gate, on the barren thorns. His soul swooned slowly as he heard the snow falling faintly through the universe and faintly falling, like the descent of their last end, upon all the living and the dead.”


― James Joyce, Dubliners

In the sentence "His soul swooned slowly", what is the meaning of "swooned"? 
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Q3166598 Inglês
Indique a forma indicada para responder à pergunta How are you:
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Q3166597 Inglês
Se você pisar no pé de alguém, a forma usada para pedir desculpas é:
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Q3166590 Inglês

Marque a alternativa que traduza corretamente as palavras abaixo:


Daughter - cousin - uncle – aunt

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Q3162555 Inglês
A estilística foca na análise de estilos literários e linguísticos em diferentes textos. No texto poético, por exemplo, a aliteração é uma figura de linguagem comum. Qual das alternativas apresenta um exemplo de aliteração em inglês?
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Q3161505 Inglês
The study of lexicon is essential for expanding vocabulary and understanding texts in English, as it helps identify the meaning of words in different contexts. Choose the correct alternative about the use of words in English.
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Q3156526 Inglês
Match the culinary term in Column A with its correct definition in Column B.

Column A:
1 - Chowder 2 - An entree 3 - Rare 4 - Dressing 5 - An appetizer

Column B: 
A. A main dish
B. A sauce added to salads
C. A small dish at the beginning of a meal, a starter
D. A way of cooking meat that leaves it very pink
E. A kind of soup usually containing fish and vegetables
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Q3156515 Inglês
Read the text below and choose the alternative that correctly fills in the blank.

“When looking for an apartment in the United States, it is common for prospective tenants to provide a landlord with ____________, which are typically people who can vouch for the applicant's character and reliability, ensuring the landlord that they are a responsible tenant who will not cause problems.” 
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Q3156508 Inglês

Read the following text to answer question.



Oh, the places you'll go! There is fun to be done! There are points to be scored. There are games to be won.

And the magical things you can do with that ball will make you the winning-est winner of all. Fame! You'll be as famous as famous can be, with the whole wide world watching you win on TV.



Except when they don't

Because, sometimes they won't.



I'm afraid that sometimes

you'll play lonely games too.

Games you can't win

'cause you'll play against you.



All Alone!

Whether you like it or not,

Alone will be something

you'll be quite a lot.



And when you're alone, there's a very good chance

you'll meet things that scare you right out of your pants.

There are some, down the road between hither and yon,

that can scare you so much you won't want to go on.



But on you will go

though the weather be foul.

On you will go

though your enemies prowl.

On you will go

though the Hakken-Kraks howl.

Onward up many

a frightening creek,

though your arms may get sore

and your sneakers may leak.



On and on you will hike,

And I know you'll hike far

and face up to your problems

whatever they are.


“Oh, the Places You'll Go!” by Dr. Seuss - Available at:

https://denuccio.net/ohplaces.html

The expression "But" in "But on you will go" could be replaced without changing the meaning by:
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Q3156507 Inglês

Read the following text to answer question.



Oh, the places you'll go! There is fun to be done! There are points to be scored. There are games to be won.

And the magical things you can do with that ball will make you the winning-est winner of all. Fame! You'll be as famous as famous can be, with the whole wide world watching you win on TV.



Except when they don't

Because, sometimes they won't.



I'm afraid that sometimes

you'll play lonely games too.

Games you can't win

'cause you'll play against you.



All Alone!

Whether you like it or not,

Alone will be something

you'll be quite a lot.



And when you're alone, there's a very good chance

you'll meet things that scare you right out of your pants.

There are some, down the road between hither and yon,

that can scare you so much you won't want to go on.



But on you will go

though the weather be foul.

On you will go

though your enemies prowl.

On you will go

though the Hakken-Kraks howl.

Onward up many

a frightening creek,

though your arms may get sore

and your sneakers may leak.



On and on you will hike,

And I know you'll hike far

and face up to your problems

whatever they are.


“Oh, the Places You'll Go!” by Dr. Seuss - Available at:

https://denuccio.net/ohplaces.html

The expression "'cause" in "Games you can't win 'cause you'll play against you" could be replaced without altering the meaning by: 
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Q3156506 Inglês

Read the following text to answer question.



Oh, the places you'll go! There is fun to be done! There are points to be scored. There are games to be won.

And the magical things you can do with that ball will make you the winning-est winner of all. Fame! You'll be as famous as famous can be, with the whole wide world watching you win on TV.



Except when they don't

Because, sometimes they won't.



I'm afraid that sometimes

you'll play lonely games too.

Games you can't win

'cause you'll play against you.



All Alone!

Whether you like it or not,

Alone will be something

you'll be quite a lot.



And when you're alone, there's a very good chance

you'll meet things that scare you right out of your pants.

There are some, down the road between hither and yon,

that can scare you so much you won't want to go on.



But on you will go

though the weather be foul.

On you will go

though your enemies prowl.

On you will go

though the Hakken-Kraks howl.

Onward up many

a frightening creek,

though your arms may get sore

and your sneakers may leak.



On and on you will hike,

And I know you'll hike far

and face up to your problems

whatever they are.


“Oh, the Places You'll Go!” by Dr. Seuss - Available at:

https://denuccio.net/ohplaces.html

In the lines "And when you're alone, there's a very good chance", the expression "very good chance" could be substituted without semantic change by:
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Respostas
701: B
702: B
703: D
704: B
705: C
706: D
707: B
708: D
709: A
710: A
711: C
712: D
713: C
714: B
715: C
716: E
717: C
718: D
719: C
720: E