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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to paragraph 4 (lines 25-37), the deal Mr. Manfoush made with the Syrian regime included

A
selling cheap milk in the city of Damascus.
B
passing on part of his profits to the government.
C
opening a chain of bakeries to feed the famished citizens.
D
reinvesting a share of his profits to provide for the needy population.
E
buying dairy machinery from impoverished farmers to help them survive.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

From the fragment “When these peaked in the winter of 2003, […], Mr. Manfoush’s profits - and those of his patrons in the regime – rocketed.” (lines 40-48), one can infer that

A
Mr. Manfoush’s fortune increased after the winter of 2003.
B
The killing of 1,400 people in 2003 made Mr. Manfoush’s profits decrease.
C
Mr. Manfoush’s profits shrinked due to the sarin gas attack in 2003.
D
Mr. Manfoush’s patrons in the regime became richer than he did after 2003.
E
After 2003, Mr. Manfoush had to deal with competition to import food and other necessities.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The fragment “This has proved effective at isolating, containing and stranding rebel redoubts into submission without consuming too much of the regime’s dwindling manpower. The sieges have generated lots of money, too” (lines 12 -16) is structured by

A
definition.
B
classification
C
time sequence.
D
cause and effect
E
comparison and contrast.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the subtitle of the text “For Syria’s new elite, peace might be bad for business” the implied idea is that peace is

A
possibly bad for business.
B
necessarily bad for business.
C
certainly bad for business.
D
certainly important for business.
E
urgently necessary for business.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The main objective of the text is to

A
blame the new Syrian business elite for the general economic breakdown of the country.
B
criticize the implications of the Syrian tactics of town blockades to the welfare of dairy farmers.
C
claim that affluent Syrian traders must be held responsible for the government’s huge deficits.
D
warn the international community about the excessive empowerment of greedy Syrian militia.
E
discuss how Syrian war tactics have benefited some traders and generated a new business elite.
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PUC - RJ 2018 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Based on the meanings expressed in the text, it is correct to affirm that

Animals' popularity 'a disadvantage'

By Mary HaltonScience reporter, BBC News
13 April 2018


Retrieved from http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-43742646
A
“unaware” (line 1) and informed are synonyms.
B
“threat” (line 2) means the same as menace.
C
“prospering” (line 4) and thriving are antonyms.
D
“encountered” (line 16) and came upon do not express similar ideas.
E
“overwhelmed” (line 32) does not mean devastated.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Check the correct option in terms of reference:

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
“these” (line 8) refers to “spreadsheets and fancy smartphone apps (line 4).
B
“those” (line 48) refers to “researchers” (line 46).
C
“It” (line 60) refers to “notepad” (line 58).
D
“which” (line 64) refers to “thousand words” (line 64).
E
“them” (line 77) refers to “customers” (line 76).
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The reader can infer that the attitude the writer takes towards the usefulness of paper is one of

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
scorn
B
irony
C
amusement
D
indifference
E
appreciation
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The word “dominant” in the fragment “whiteboards are still a dominant method for creative stimulation and collaborating.” (lines 90-91), most nearly means

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

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leading
B
striking
C
radical
D
dynamic
E
conventional
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In paragraph 5 (lines 66-79), the author tells the story of Amy Jones, creator of an online enterprise named Map your Progress, which sprung from her personal problem: a $26,000 credit card debt. The proverb which best applies to Jones’s experience is

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
“Strike while the iron is hot.”
B
“Money doesn’t grow on trees.”
C
“The pen is mightier than the sword.”
D
“Where there’s a will, there’s a way.”
E
“First things first.”
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Professor Arvind Malhotra’s argument in paragraph 6 (lines 80-91) that “getting your hands dirty” (lines 81-82) enhances creativity, finds echo in Amy Jones’s creation of “an impressive artwork” (line 75), in high-technology companies’ usage of whiteboards (line 88) and in Angela Ceberano’s preference in creating “her own systems” (lines 94-95).

It is possible to affirm that the common denominator of the above examples is that

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
teamwork is essential for launching innovation.
B
a hands-on approach is where we sharpen our expertise.
C
multitasking is associated with creativity.
D
apps are pointless for enhancing creativity.
E
electronic gadgets are indispensable for enhancing creativity.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Based on the fragment of the text “Other findings show that pen and paper have an edge over the keyboard.” (lines 41-42), one can say that

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
some researchers believe that technology is more user-friendly than analogical media.
B
some studies demonstrate that pen and paper are a little more advantageous than apps.
C
pen and paper are on the edge of a revolution in terms of usability.
D
technological and analogical media should be used together.
E
pen and paper are absolutely useless nowadays.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

From the fragment of the text “There are so many apps out there and I’ve tried and really given them a go, doing those to-do lists of having your priorities or brain storming using lots of different apps, but when I get a pen and paper, or when I’m using my old-fashioned diary and pen, it just feels more flexible to me. I can always pull it out. I can focus.” (lines 17-23), one can say that Ceberano

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
has approved the majority of the apps she has tested so far.
B
to-do lists and brain storming are activities she can’t stand doing.
C
has given up using her pens and notepads, as she couldn’t focus.
D
has tried different apps, but she thinks taking notes is more practical.
E
can only focus on her projects if she organizes them using pen and paper.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Based on the meanings expressed in the text, it is correct to affirm that

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
“stack” (line 7) and pile are synonyms.
B
“overload” (line 31) and overburden are antonyms.
C
“doodle” (line 54) cannot be replaced by scribble.
D
“huge” (line 70) means the same as beautiful.
E
“spark” (line 80) and discourage are synonyms.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the fragment of the text “While technology can certainly provide an edge for certain tasks, digital overload is a real and growing concern.” (lines 29-31), the conjunction “while” conveys an idea of

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

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simultaneity
B
time sequence
C
addition of ideas
D
exemplification
E
opposition of ideas
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The author’s main objective in this text is to

Available at:<http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20170120-why-paper-is-the-real-killer-app>. Retrieved on: 23 Jan. 2017. Adapted.

A
trace back the reasons that led to the omnipresence of apps in people’s lives.
B
prove that apps have entirely supplanted the use of analogical organizing tools.
C
list some characteristics that make technological tools necessary in users’ routine.
D
defend the idea that in spite of the proliferation of technology, simpler tools are still appealing.
E
highlight the fact that those who take written notes have a better understanding of the material they register.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the fragment “But the complexity should not stop us from trying.” (lines 85-86), the author expresses a(n)

Available at: <http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20170124-how-to-be-wise>. Retrieved on: 24 Jan. 2017. Adapted. 

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threat.
B
ability.
C
possibility.
D
permission.
E
recommendation.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The message contained in the fragment “It’s not that you suddenly become the next Buddha, but you do become a little bit wiser.” (lines 87-88) is that people

Available at: <http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20170124-how-to-be-wise>. Retrieved on: 24 Jan. 2017. Adapted. 

A
can always improve their personal skills.
B
need to keep their feelings to themselves.
C
will never learn how to find balance in life.
D
must learn how to define their top priorities.
E
ought to try their best to become more self-controlled.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to Robert Sternberg, wise people are those who can

Available at: <http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20170124-how-to-be-wise>. Retrieved on: 24 Jan. 2017. Adapted. 

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keep their own self-interest under strict control.
B
accomplish several mental tasks at the same time.
C
distinguish between short-term and long-term goals.
D
learn from the constant changes in the domestic environment.
E
reach emotional stability when confronted with a terrible dilemma.
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PUC - RJ 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

After carrying out different research experiments on wise reasoning, Igor Grossman concludes that

Available at: <http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20170124-how-to-be-wise>. Retrieved on: 24 Jan. 2017. Adapted. 

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ignoring other people’s problems is an act of wisdom.
B
wise people are the ones who are able to predict the future.
C
self-distancing from a problem will undermine wise reasoning.
D
wisdom may vary according to the context in which one is inserted.
E
pessimistic people never recognise the limits of their own knowledge