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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The title that best suits the content of this text is


A
Why animals feel no fear.
B
Animals may have feelings
C
The dominant animals on Earth.
D
High tech can preserve endangered species.
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text, answer true (T) or false (F):


( ) The referendum was held only in some parts of Turkey

( ) The referendum has reduced Recip Erdogan’s presidential powers.

( ) With the new constitution, the Turkish president will not be able to appoint his own ministers.

( ) The European Union that the referendum is not going to help Turkey become a member of the

The correct sequence, from top to bottom is:

In a nationwide referendum, the Turkish population has voted for a change in the country’s constitution. It will give the president more power and reduce the influence of parliament. 51.3% of the voters said “Yes” to a change , while the “No” side received 48.7%. For months, the population has been divided on the issue. The new constitution is the biggest change in the structure of Turkey since it was founded in the early 20th century
The referendum was a victory for Turkish President Recip Erdogan, who, together with his ruling AKP Party , called the country’s people to expand presidential powers. Erdogan became Turkey’s president in 2014 after being Prime Minster for over a decade. In the last few years he gained more and more power, especially after the attempted coup last summer. With the new constitution in place Erdogan could stay president until 2029.
Recip Erdogan insists that the new constitution will make Turkey more modern and easier to govern. Opponents of Erdogan claim that the change will make the president too powerful and will turn the country into a dictatorship ruled by one person. They say that, in future, the president cannot be controlled or supervised by parliament or the courts. In Turkey’s new constitution the president will have wide-ranging powers. He will not only be able to appoint his own minsters and choose the vice president, but also have the power to dissolve parliament and declare a state of emergency. He will also be able to appoint judges to the highest court, similar to the American President. 
The European Union has been highly critical of the referendum and stated that a change towards more presidential power will not help Turkey become a member of the EU. It is afraid that, once Erdogan has more power, the country will disregard human rights and introduce the death penalty
(Source: http://www.english-online.at/news-articles/world/europe/turkey-votes-for-new-constitution.htm)
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F-F-T-F
B
F-F-T-T
C
F-F-F-T
D
T-F-F-T
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the third paragraph, the word they refers to:

In a nationwide referendum, the Turkish population has voted for a change in the country’s constitution. It will give the president more power and reduce the influence of parliament. 51.3% of the voters said “Yes” to a change , while the “No” side received 48.7%. For months, the population has been divided on the issue. The new constitution is the biggest change in the structure of Turkey since it was founded in the early 20th century
The referendum was a victory for Turkish President Recip Erdogan, who, together with his ruling AKP Party , called the country’s people to expand presidential powers. Erdogan became Turkey’s president in 2014 after being Prime Minster for over a decade. In the last few years he gained more and more power, especially after the attempted coup last summer. With the new constitution in place Erdogan could stay president until 2029.
Recip Erdogan insists that the new constitution will make Turkey more modern and easier to govern. Opponents of Erdogan claim that the change will make the president too powerful and will turn the country into a dictatorship ruled by one person. They say that, in future, the president cannot be controlled or supervised by parliament or the courts. In Turkey’s new constitution the president will have wide-ranging powers. He will not only be able to appoint his own minsters and choose the vice president, but also have the power to dissolve parliament and declare a state of emergency. He will also be able to appoint judges to the highest court, similar to the American President. 
The European Union has been highly critical of the referendum and stated that a change towards more presidential power will not help Turkey become a member of the EU. It is afraid that, once Erdogan has more power, the country will disregard human rights and introduce the death penalty
(Source: http://www.english-online.at/news-articles/world/europe/turkey-votes-for-new-constitution.htm)
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The Turkish people
B
Recip Erdogan and his allies
C
The parliament
D
Recip Erdogan’s opponents
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Yesterday we had a wonderful time. We ________ to a great party.

In a nationwide referendum, the Turkish population has voted for a change in the country’s constitution. It will give the president more power and reduce the influence of parliament. 51.3% of the voters said “Yes” to a change , while the “No” side received 48.7%. For months, the population has been divided on the issue. The new constitution is the biggest change in the structure of Turkey since it was founded in the early 20th century
The referendum was a victory for Turkish President Recip Erdogan, who, together with his ruling AKP Party , called the country’s people to expand presidential powers. Erdogan became Turkey’s president in 2014 after being Prime Minster for over a decade. In the last few years he gained more and more power, especially after the attempted coup last summer. With the new constitution in place Erdogan could stay president until 2029.
Recip Erdogan insists that the new constitution will make Turkey more modern and easier to govern. Opponents of Erdogan claim that the change will make the president too powerful and will turn the country into a dictatorship ruled by one person. They say that, in future, the president cannot be controlled or supervised by parliament or the courts. In Turkey’s new constitution the president will have wide-ranging powers. He will not only be able to appoint his own minsters and choose the vice president, but also have the power to dissolve parliament and declare a state of emergency. He will also be able to appoint judges to the highest court, similar to the American President. 
The European Union has been highly critical of the referendum and stated that a change towards more presidential power will not help Turkey become a member of the EU. It is afraid that, once Erdogan has more power, the country will disregard human rights and introduce the death penalty
(Source: http://www.english-online.at/news-articles/world/europe/turkey-votes-for-new-constitution.htm)
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Gone
B
Was going
C
Went
D
Had went
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

From the sentence “mobile phones have only been popular since the 1990s", it is possible to understand that:

Can talking on a mobile phone be hazardous to your health? It is difficult to know for sure. Some research suggests that heavy users of mobile phones are at a greater risk of developing cancerous brain tumours. However, many other studies suggest there are no links between cancer and mobile phone use.

The main problem with the current research is that mobile phones have only been popular since the 1990s. As a result, it is impossible to study long-term exposure to mobile phones. This concerns many health professionals who point out that certain cancers can take over twenty years to develop. Another concern about these studies is that many have been funded by the mobile phone industry or those who benefit from it.

Over five billion people now use mobile phones on a daily basis, and many talk for more than an hour a day. Mobile phone antennas are similar to microwave ovens. While both rely on electromagnetic radiation (EMR), the radio waves in mobile phones are lower in frequency. Microwave ovens have radio wave frequencies that are high enough to cook food, and they are also known to be dangerous to human tissues like those in the brain. The concern is that the lowerfrequency radio waves that mobile phones rely on may also be dangerous. It seems logical that holding a heat source near your brain for a long period of time is a potential health hazard.

Some researchers believe that other types of wireless technology may also be dangerous to human health, including cordless phones, wireless gaming consoles, and laptop or tablet computers with wireless connections. They suggest replacing all cordless and wireless devices with wired ones where possible. They also say that many cordless phones can emit dangerous levels of Electromagnetic Radiation even when they are not in use. They even suggest keeping electronic devices such as desktop and tablet computers out of the bedroom, or at least six feet from the head while we're sleeping.

A growing number of health professionals worldwide are recommending that mobile phone users err on the side of caution until more definitive studies can be conducted. They use the example of tobacco to illustrate the potential risks. Many years ago, people smoked freely and were not concerned about the effects of cigarettes on their health. Today, people know that cigarettes cause lung cancer, though it is still unknown exactly how or why. Some doctors fear that the same thing will happen with mobile phones. In May 2016, the UK's Independent newspaper reported on research by the US government's National Toxicology Program that showed a slight increase in brain tumours among rats exposed to the type of radio frequencies commonly emitted by mobile phones. This doesn't prove that mobile phones can cause brain tumours in humans, but it does show that it's possible. As a result, many experts now recommend texting or using head sets or speaker phones instead of holding a mobile phone to the ear.

(Source: https://www.englishclub.com/reading/health/cell-phone.htm)

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Mobile phones were only popular in the 1990s
B
Mobile phones are more popular nowadays than in the 1990s.
C
Mobile phones were popular in the 1990s and are still popular these days.
D
Mobile phones were popular in the 1990s but their popularity has faded since then.
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Considering the text, fill the parenthesis with T (true) or F (false):

( ) One of the problems of current research on the hazards of mobile phones is that they have been popular for too long, which creates a lot of data do be analyzed.
( ) Regarding the risks mobile phones can pose to our health, health professionals worldwide believe it is better to be cautious until more conclusive research is conducted.
( ) The frequency used by mobile phones is significantly higher than the frequency of microwaves, hence the health problems.
( ) Health professionals use the example of the tobacco industry to illustrate that mobile phones can be dangerous, even though research is still not conclusive on that.

The correct sequence, from top to bottom is:

Can talking on a mobile phone be hazardous to your health? It is difficult to know for sure. Some research suggests that heavy users of mobile phones are at a greater risk of developing cancerous brain tumours. However, many other studies suggest there are no links between cancer and mobile phone use.

The main problem with the current research is that mobile phones have only been popular since the 1990s. As a result, it is impossible to study long-term exposure to mobile phones. This concerns many health professionals who point out that certain cancers can take over twenty years to develop. Another concern about these studies is that many have been funded by the mobile phone industry or those who benefit from it.

Over five billion people now use mobile phones on a daily basis, and many talk for more than an hour a day. Mobile phone antennas are similar to microwave ovens. While both rely on electromagnetic radiation (EMR), the radio waves in mobile phones are lower in frequency. Microwave ovens have radio wave frequencies that are high enough to cook food, and they are also known to be dangerous to human tissues like those in the brain. The concern is that the lowerfrequency radio waves that mobile phones rely on may also be dangerous. It seems logical that holding a heat source near your brain for a long period of time is a potential health hazard.

Some researchers believe that other types of wireless technology may also be dangerous to human health, including cordless phones, wireless gaming consoles, and laptop or tablet computers with wireless connections. They suggest replacing all cordless and wireless devices with wired ones where possible. They also say that many cordless phones can emit dangerous levels of Electromagnetic Radiation even when they are not in use. They even suggest keeping electronic devices such as desktop and tablet computers out of the bedroom, or at least six feet from the head while we're sleeping.

A growing number of health professionals worldwide are recommending that mobile phone users err on the side of caution until more definitive studies can be conducted. They use the example of tobacco to illustrate the potential risks. Many years ago, people smoked freely and were not concerned about the effects of cigarettes on their health. Today, people know that cigarettes cause lung cancer, though it is still unknown exactly how or why. Some doctors fear that the same thing will happen with mobile phones. In May 2016, the UK's Independent newspaper reported on research by the US government's National Toxicology Program that showed a slight increase in brain tumours among rats exposed to the type of radio frequencies commonly emitted by mobile phones. This doesn't prove that mobile phones can cause brain tumours in humans, but it does show that it's possible. As a result, many experts now recommend texting or using head sets or speaker phones instead of holding a mobile phone to the ear.

(Source: https://www.englishclub.com/reading/health/cell-phone.htm)

A
F-T-F-T
B
F-F-T-T
C
F-T-T-T
D
T-T-T-T
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the first paragraph, the word however tells the reader that the following sentence will:

Can talking on a mobile phone be hazardous to your health? It is difficult to know for sure. Some research suggests that heavy users of mobile phones are at a greater risk of developing cancerous brain tumours. However, many other studies suggest there are no links between cancer and mobile phone use.

The main problem with the current research is that mobile phones have only been popular since the 1990s. As a result, it is impossible to study long-term exposure to mobile phones. This concerns many health professionals who point out that certain cancers can take over twenty years to develop. Another concern about these studies is that many have been funded by the mobile phone industry or those who benefit from it.

Over five billion people now use mobile phones on a daily basis, and many talk for more than an hour a day. Mobile phone antennas are similar to microwave ovens. While both rely on electromagnetic radiation (EMR), the radio waves in mobile phones are lower in frequency. Microwave ovens have radio wave frequencies that are high enough to cook food, and they are also known to be dangerous to human tissues like those in the brain. The concern is that the lowerfrequency radio waves that mobile phones rely on may also be dangerous. It seems logical that holding a heat source near your brain for a long period of time is a potential health hazard.

Some researchers believe that other types of wireless technology may also be dangerous to human health, including cordless phones, wireless gaming consoles, and laptop or tablet computers with wireless connections. They suggest replacing all cordless and wireless devices with wired ones where possible. They also say that many cordless phones can emit dangerous levels of Electromagnetic Radiation even when they are not in use. They even suggest keeping electronic devices such as desktop and tablet computers out of the bedroom, or at least six feet from the head while we're sleeping.

A growing number of health professionals worldwide are recommending that mobile phone users err on the side of caution until more definitive studies can be conducted. They use the example of tobacco to illustrate the potential risks. Many years ago, people smoked freely and were not concerned about the effects of cigarettes on their health. Today, people know that cigarettes cause lung cancer, though it is still unknown exactly how or why. Some doctors fear that the same thing will happen with mobile phones. In May 2016, the UK's Independent newspaper reported on research by the US government's National Toxicology Program that showed a slight increase in brain tumours among rats exposed to the type of radio frequencies commonly emitted by mobile phones. This doesn't prove that mobile phones can cause brain tumours in humans, but it does show that it's possible. As a result, many experts now recommend texting or using head sets or speaker phones instead of holding a mobile phone to the ear.

(Source: https://www.englishclub.com/reading/health/cell-phone.htm)

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Add a similar idea to the previous sentence.
B
Reinforce the meaning of the previous sentence.
C
Express a different idea from the previous sentence.
D
Exemplify the points presented previously.
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Tempos Verbais | Verb Tenses, Verbos modais | Modal verbs, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the fourth paragraph, the modal verb may expresses:

Can talking on a mobile phone be hazardous to your health? It is difficult to know for sure. Some research suggests that heavy users of mobile phones are at a greater risk of developing cancerous brain tumours. However, many other studies suggest there are no links between cancer and mobile phone use.

The main problem with the current research is that mobile phones have only been popular since the 1990s. As a result, it is impossible to study long-term exposure to mobile phones. This concerns many health professionals who point out that certain cancers can take over twenty years to develop. Another concern about these studies is that many have been funded by the mobile phone industry or those who benefit from it.

Over five billion people now use mobile phones on a daily basis, and many talk for more than an hour a day. Mobile phone antennas are similar to microwave ovens. While both rely on electromagnetic radiation (EMR), the radio waves in mobile phones are lower in frequency. Microwave ovens have radio wave frequencies that are high enough to cook food, and they are also known to be dangerous to human tissues like those in the brain. The concern is that the lowerfrequency radio waves that mobile phones rely on may also be dangerous. It seems logical that holding a heat source near your brain for a long period of time is a potential health hazard.

Some researchers believe that other types of wireless technology may also be dangerous to human health, including cordless phones, wireless gaming consoles, and laptop or tablet computers with wireless connections. They suggest replacing all cordless and wireless devices with wired ones where possible. They also say that many cordless phones can emit dangerous levels of Electromagnetic Radiation even when they are not in use. They even suggest keeping electronic devices such as desktop and tablet computers out of the bedroom, or at least six feet from the head while we're sleeping.

A growing number of health professionals worldwide are recommending that mobile phone users err on the side of caution until more definitive studies can be conducted. They use the example of tobacco to illustrate the potential risks. Many years ago, people smoked freely and were not concerned about the effects of cigarettes on their health. Today, people know that cigarettes cause lung cancer, though it is still unknown exactly how or why. Some doctors fear that the same thing will happen with mobile phones. In May 2016, the UK's Independent newspaper reported on research by the US government's National Toxicology Program that showed a slight increase in brain tumours among rats exposed to the type of radio frequencies commonly emitted by mobile phones. This doesn't prove that mobile phones can cause brain tumours in humans, but it does show that it's possible. As a result, many experts now recommend texting or using head sets or speaker phones instead of holding a mobile phone to the ear.

(Source: https://www.englishclub.com/reading/health/cell-phone.htm)

A
Certainty, as researchers are convinced that wireless technology is dangerous to human health.
B
Uncertainty, as researchers are still not 100% sure of the dangers of wireless technology.
C
Uncertainty, as recent studies have proved that smartphones are not hazardous.
D
Certainty, as there is compelling evidence of the dangers of wireless technology.
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The main objective of the article is to:

Can talking on a mobile phone be hazardous to your health? It is difficult to know for sure. Some research suggests that heavy users of mobile phones are at a greater risk of developing cancerous brain tumours. However, many other studies suggest there are no links between cancer and mobile phone use.

The main problem with the current research is that mobile phones have only been popular since the 1990s. As a result, it is impossible to study long-term exposure to mobile phones. This concerns many health professionals who point out that certain cancers can take over twenty years to develop. Another concern about these studies is that many have been funded by the mobile phone industry or those who benefit from it.

Over five billion people now use mobile phones on a daily basis, and many talk for more than an hour a day. Mobile phone antennas are similar to microwave ovens. While both rely on electromagnetic radiation (EMR), the radio waves in mobile phones are lower in frequency. Microwave ovens have radio wave frequencies that are high enough to cook food, and they are also known to be dangerous to human tissues like those in the brain. The concern is that the lowerfrequency radio waves that mobile phones rely on may also be dangerous. It seems logical that holding a heat source near your brain for a long period of time is a potential health hazard.

Some researchers believe that other types of wireless technology may also be dangerous to human health, including cordless phones, wireless gaming consoles, and laptop or tablet computers with wireless connections. They suggest replacing all cordless and wireless devices with wired ones where possible. They also say that many cordless phones can emit dangerous levels of Electromagnetic Radiation even when they are not in use. They even suggest keeping electronic devices such as desktop and tablet computers out of the bedroom, or at least six feet from the head while we're sleeping.

A growing number of health professionals worldwide are recommending that mobile phone users err on the side of caution until more definitive studies can be conducted. They use the example of tobacco to illustrate the potential risks. Many years ago, people smoked freely and were not concerned about the effects of cigarettes on their health. Today, people know that cigarettes cause lung cancer, though it is still unknown exactly how or why. Some doctors fear that the same thing will happen with mobile phones. In May 2016, the UK's Independent newspaper reported on research by the US government's National Toxicology Program that showed a slight increase in brain tumours among rats exposed to the type of radio frequencies commonly emitted by mobile phones. This doesn't prove that mobile phones can cause brain tumours in humans, but it does show that it's possible. As a result, many experts now recommend texting or using head sets or speaker phones instead of holding a mobile phone to the ear.

(Source: https://www.englishclub.com/reading/health/cell-phone.htm)

A
Show that smartphones are the main cause of cancer nowadays.
B
Warn us of the risks of using mobile phones.
C
To provide compelling evidence that it is completely safe to use mobile technology.
D
To show that there is still no consensus on whether mobile phones are hazardous to health, even though research suggests they may be.
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UNICENTRO 2017 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text:

How World Leaders Reacted to Trump at the U.N.

By SOMINI SENGUPTA and MEGAN SPECIA SEPT. 23, 2017 


He was called a “giant gold Goliath” and a “rogue newcomer.” But in a few corners the remarks made by President Trump at the United Nations were described as “courageous” and “gratifying.”

Throughout the week, Mr. Trump’s first address to the General Assembly drew many direct and indirect swipes, from allies and rivals alike, and sparse support.

While the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, attacked Mr. Trump from afar — calling him a “dotard” in a statement on North Korean national television — others used their platforms at the United Nations to respond.

Some leaders were more subtle than others.

Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe’s 93-year-old president, took aim at Mr. Trump during his own speech on Thursday. Mr. Mugabe mocked Mr. Trump as a “giant gold Goliath” and said other nations were “embarrassed if not frightened” by his statements about North Korea. 

“Are we having a return of Goliath to our midst, who threatens the extinction of other countries?” Mr. Mugabe asked. Some responded with applause to his reference to the biblical character who threatened the Israelites before being slain by the young shepherd David, who would become king.

Mr. Mugabe then went on to address Mr. Trump directly, telling him to “blow your trumpet in a musical way towards the values of unity, peace, cooperation, togetherness and dialogue which we have always stood for.”

During his speech, Mr. Trump notably omitted any talk of climate change, seen as one of the most pressing issues for many world leaders.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada received the longest applause during his General Assembly speech on Thursday after an implicit dig at Mr. Trump.

“There is no country on the planet that can walk away from the challenge and reality of climate change,” Mr. Trudeau said, referring to Mr. Trump’s plans to pull out of the Paris climate accord.


(Adapted from https://www.nytimes.com/2017/09/23/world/americas/world-leaders-trump-un.html?mcubz=0)

A
The world leaders are mad because President Trump and Kim Jong-un are contributing to climate problems.
B
The world leaders are uncomfortable because President Trump used some biblical characters in a disrespectful way.
C
President Trump talked about climate changes during his speech and annoyed Kim Jong-un and Robert Mugabe.
D
The speech by President Trump generated different opinions and called attention of world leaders.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Which question can be answered by the text?

A
What is the psychiatrist’s name?
B
Who advises to cradle the phone correctly?
C
How long did the man experience hardness of speaking?
D
When was the neurologist born?
E
Where did the psychiatrist die?
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Based on the text the word “that” (l. 10) refers to


Backpacs” (title) - a large bag carried on the back.

“strap” (l. 2) - a strip of leather, cloth or other flexible material.

“lugging” (l. 5) - carrying something with great effort. “prof” (l. 8) - professor.

“sprains” (l. 18) - injuries.

“strains” (l. 18) - severe demands on physical strengh.

A
“classmates” (l. 9).
B
“bag” (l. 10).
C
“strap” (l. 10)
D
“wrapped” (l. 10).
E
“hips” (l. 11).
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The text focuses on

A
the causes of brain damage.
B
the psychiatrist’s sufferings that work until late.
C
the results of a scientific research about temporary blindness.
D
the consequences of holding the phone between our heads and shoulders.
E
neurological problems caused by a stroke.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Adjetivos | Adjectives, Voz Ativa e Passiva | Passive and Active Voice, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension, Uso dos adjetivos | Use of adjectives

Based on the language aspects in the text, it is correct to say that


Backpacs” (title) - a large bag carried on the back.

“strap” (l. 2) - a strip of leather, cloth or other flexible material.

“lugging” (l. 5) - carrying something with great effort. “prof” (l. 8) - professor.

“sprains” (l. 18) - injuries.

“strains” (l. 18) - severe demands on physical strengh.

A
“many” (l. 1) can be substituted by “a lot of” or “much”.
B
“But” (l. 4) gives an idea of conclusion.
C
“It wasn’t chic” (l. 11) the question tag to this sentence is “wasn’t it?”
D
“improperly” (l. 14) and “serious” (l. 15) are both adjectives.
E
“were treated” (l. 16) is in the passive voice.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The correct information in the text is


Backpacs” (title) - a large bag carried on the back.

“strap” (l. 2) - a strip of leather, cloth or other flexible material.

“lugging” (l. 5) - carrying something with great effort. “prof” (l. 8) - professor.

“sprains” (l. 18) - injuries.

“strains” (l. 18) - severe demands on physical strengh.

A
the number of children treated with orthopedic problems caused by schoolbags last year.
B
the percentage of students injured at New York Schools.
C
the time spent at hospital emergency rooms.
D
the quantity of backpacks sold in the USA last year.
E
the name of the hospital that treats 70% of pain cases.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Dr. Ian talks about


Backpacs” (title) - a large bag carried on the back.

“strap” (l. 2) - a strip of leather, cloth or other flexible material.

“lugging” (l. 5) - carrying something with great effort. “prof” (l. 8) - professor.

“sprains” (l. 18) - injuries.

“strains” (l. 18) - severe demands on physical strengh.

A
the amount of backpacks produced in the USA.
B
clinical problems that affect newborn children.
C
the most common childhood fears.
D
the consequences of carrying heavy school shoulder bags.
E
problems children have concerning their grades.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

One of the hints given by Dr. Ian is


Backpacs” (title) - a large bag carried on the back.

“strap” (l. 2) - a strip of leather, cloth or other flexible material.

“lugging” (l. 5) - carrying something with great effort. “prof” (l. 8) - professor.

“sprains” (l. 18) - injuries.

“strains” (l. 18) - severe demands on physical strengh.

A
to exchange books between classes.
B
to leave the heaviest books at home.
C
to use backpacks with wheels.
D
to make frequent visits to orthopedic doctors.
E
to get a bag with large straps and a belt.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The new disease mentioned in the article is a consequence of

A
too little information to satisfy people’s needs.
B
the excess of e-mail people receive nowadays.
C
more information than people can process effectively.
D
a new virus that loads the computer with too much information.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

This cartoon

A
is a criticism of digital technology.
B
shows how modern machines can disrupt the world.
C
is a satire on the way cellular phones influence social behavior.
D
illustrates the co-existence of modern and traditional means of communication.
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UNICENTRO 2019 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Saul Wurman’s definition of “information anxiety” (l. 36) conveys a feeling of

A
terror.
B
disaster.
C
euphoria
D
frustration.