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ULBRA 2010 - Inglês - Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the sentence, “Cultural uniqueness – ethnicity – reinforces claims to a share of political power, land, jobs, and other resources in heterogeneous states.” The word “claims” may be substituted for:


A
Denials
B
Assertions
C
Gainsayings
D
Rumors
E
None of the above
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ULBRA 2010 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Mark the incorrect statement concerning reference:


A
“A few native-language communities, like the Aymara and the Tswana, are large and robust, but most of them are small and fragile”; them refers to the Aymara and the Tswana.
B
“Five Kom speakers in Cameroon produced a 2,000-word dictionary from a 25,000-word body of literature they wrote in those two weeks”; they refers to five Kom speakers.
C
“The loss of language diversity diminishes our ability to adapt because it decreases the pool of knowledge from which to draw”; it refers to the loss of language diversity.
D
“Not speaking its own language can hurt a group's claim to special ethnic status”; its refers to a group.
E
“The Indians argued that not only was the company´s offer to pay for the land inadequate, but also that the land was important to their identity.”; their refers to the Indians.
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ULBRA 2010 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text,


A
Humanity’s survival relies solely on cultural diversity.
B
People’s ability to adapt is increased if there is a loss of language diversity.
C
The presence or disappearance of languages has no particular political and economic implications on native peoples.
D
Not being able to speak its own language cannot harm a group's claim to special ethnic status.
E
Languages seem to be vanishing faster than ever before.
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ULBRA 2010 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text, it is possible to affirm that:


A
The disappearance of native languages and language diversity lies on the hands of linguists.
B
The survival of languages depends on readers to teach language diversity.
C
The use of computers may help save the extinction of native languages and language diversity.
D
The disappearance of native languages is due to the fact that publishing books is expensive.
E
The compilation of dictionaries by linguists is boring.
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ULBRA 2010 - Inglês - Voz Ativa e Passiva | Passive and Active Voice

The only statement which does NOT show a passive voice construction is:


A
80 to 90 percent [of languages] are spoken by indigenous peoples.
B
Computers can be used by native peoples to write in previously nonwritten languages
C
Adaptational ideas about property, health care, food, children, power, and disputes are related to linguistic diversity.
D
None of the younger generation were learning it.
E
It is estimated that there are about 15 percent fewer languages now than in 1500 A.D.
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ULBRA 2012 - Inglês - Tempos Verbais | Verb Tenses, Verbos modais | Modal verbs, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Mark the alternative which contains a modal verb which expresses permission:

A
[...] women experience more severe withdrawal symptoms than men when quitting smoking, which can make the act of quitting much harder and more uncomfortable for women.
B
They may get discouraged quickly and end their efforts prematurely.
C
The difficulty of smoking cessation based on sex should not be discounted.
D
Proper weight management, emotional and psychological support should also be applied to cessation efforts and can facilitate a smoke-free lifestyle long-term.
E
All of the above alternatives are incorrect.
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ULBRA 2012 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms

A linking word that can best substitute the word despite, in “[d]espite the findings of this new study, the difficulty of smoking cessation based on sex should not be discounted”, is:

A
Moreover.
B
However.
C
Notwithstanding.
D
Furthermore.
E
But.
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ULBRA 2012 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text:

A
Women do not have more severe withdrawal symptoms than men when quitting smoking.
B
Men experience more severe withdrawal symptoms than women when quitting smoking.
C
The more severe the withdrawal symptoms are, the more difficult it is to gain weight regardless of the sex.
D
Women relapse for different reasons than men.
E
Men relapse more often than women.
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ULBRA 2012 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text:

A
Men are as less successful as women when it comes to quitting smoking.
B
Women are as successful as men when quitting smoking.
C
Men are more successful at quitting smoking.
D
The older women are, the more difficult it is to quit smoking.
E
All of the above statements are incorrect.
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ULBRA 2012 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Men relapse more often than women.

A
In the statement, “[w]hile it is important to note that the majority of tobacco smokers quit on their own without using evidence-based cessation treatments […]”, their refers to treatments.
B
In the statement, “[b]ut the authors also expressed that it is detrimental for men who may think they are at an advantage and then not put forth the proper effort to end their smoking habit.”, they refers to authors.
C
In the statement, “women are less likely than men to benefit from nicotine replacement therapies, which also contribute to the difficulty some of them experience when trying to quit”, them refers to men.
D
In the statement, “[w]hether male or female, smoking cessation is a challenge, but one that can be overcome and lead to tremendous improvement in one’s quality of life and overall health”, one refers to challenge.
E
All of the statements are correct.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Tempos Verbais | Verb Tenses, Verbos modais | Modal verbs, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the sentence, “while it’s impossible to believe that everyone can speak in exactly the same way in all areas of a vast nation, the different accents may at times be so difficult to understand that they inhibit communication”. The modal verbs can and may express:


A
Ability and permission.
B
Ability and possibility.
C
Certainty and ability.
D
Certainty and possibility.
E
Possibility and permission.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

In the sentence, “By discouraging the use of regional English accents, such stereotypes and barriers of communication can be forsaken”. The verb, forsaken, in its past participle form, may be substituted for:


A
Forgotten.
B
Discovered.
C
Appointed.
D
Recovered.
E
Accepted.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Voz Ativa e Passiva | Passive and Active Voice

The only statement which does NOT show a passive voice construction is:


A
The emergence of different ways of life is also followed by the emergence of different ways of speaking.
B
The reason for this is the stereotypical connection between the area in which the accent is spoken and the individual that possesses the accent.
C
Accents can be so strong that words are pronounced in a completely different way.
D
Regional English accents work to define the way of life and culture within a particular area of the United States.
E
Another problem caused by regional accents is that they have the ability of inhibiting communication.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the author, regional English accents:


A
Do not influence different ways of life.
B
Have the potential to show a lack of formality.
C
Should not encourage unique ways of life emerge.
D
None of the above are correct.
E
Do not represent a lack of informality.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text:


A
Most types of regional English accents are characteristic of rural locations.
B
All individuals from urban environments usually stress the wrong syllables.
C
Regional English accents may represent a communication barrier.
D
Regional English accents do not seem to produce stereotypes.
E
All of the above statements are incorrect.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Vocabulário | Vocabulary, Sinônimos | Synonyms, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

The word “since” in the statement: “Since there is no burning process in a wind powered generator that produces toxic gases, it is very safe to build one in residential areas” may be substituted, with the same meaning as the original sentence, for:

    As we all know, electricity is a fundamental need. On a daily basis, we consume electricity even without us knowing it. Just a simple task such as listening to your music player consumes electricity. Today, most of our electric generators and power plants are fed with fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal. However, due to the exponential increase of power demand, fossil fuel supplies are slowly being depleted. Not only that, but also burning fossil fuels has given off greenhouse gases and other unwanted byproducts. Because of this, the search for alternative energy sources is now a necessity. One of the most promising alternative energy sources today is Wind Powered Generators. So, what is a wind-powered generator? Basically it is the use of wind as a mechanical force needed to power an electric generator. Utilizing wind as an energy source is not exactly a new idea. The ancient Persians were the first to use wind to pump water, cut wood, and grind food and others by building windmills. Even today you can find windmills still being used on some farms. It was the use of wind as an electric source that came into existence much later. The first practical wind powered generators were built in 1970, but yet we rarely see them in widespread use today, why? Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of the wind powered generator.
    The main advantage of wind powered generators is that they have, ideally, zero gas emissions – unlike fossil-fueled power generators. Because of the alarming effects of greenhouse gases and global warming, we want our power generators to be as clean and as environmentally friendly as possible. Since there is no burning process in a wind powered generator that produces toxic gases, it is very safe to build one in residential areas. Also, with proper engineering and enough wind, these generators can provide a high rate of wattage that can go as high as the Megawatt range. Another advantage is that it can be implemented using several small turbines connected together. This is a good thing when there is not enough space for huge structures.
     The major disadvantage of wind powered generators is that wind power varies greatly from one place to another and from day to day and season to season. Sometimes wind may be strong enough to supply energy, but that strength cannot be maintained due to changes in weather patterns. Needing strong, constant wind to most effectively power wind generators is one reason they are often built in coastal areas. Another disadvantage is that the structure of most practical wind powered generators is huge and bulky. Commonly, its size is proportional to the wind power it can collect.
    Research in wind power has now intensified because of its innate advantages over other power generators. With this increase in interest in wind energy and alternative energy sources as a whole, our future will become brighter and more and more remote areas will eventually enjoy the benefits of clean electric energy. In an electricity-dependent world, power supplies must provide the required electricity for communities and businesses. Wind powered generators might just be the solution for power shortages.

Disponível em: http://mysolarcellhome.org/articles/pros-and-cons-of-wind-powered-generators. 
A
As long.
B
Considering that.
C
Although.
D
Until.
E
Despite.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Orações Relativas e pronomes relativos | Relative clauses and relative pronouns, Aspectos linguísticos | Linguistic aspects, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension, Advérbios e conjunções | Adverbs and conjunctions, Pronomes | Pronouns

All the statements below, with the exception of one, make use of "that" as a relative pronoun or a conjunction. Select THE EXCEPTION.

    As we all know, electricity is a fundamental need. On a daily basis, we consume electricity even without us knowing it. Just a simple task such as listening to your music player consumes electricity. Today, most of our electric generators and power plants are fed with fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal. However, due to the exponential increase of power demand, fossil fuel supplies are slowly being depleted. Not only that, but also burning fossil fuels has given off greenhouse gases and other unwanted byproducts. Because of this, the search for alternative energy sources is now a necessity. One of the most promising alternative energy sources today is Wind Powered Generators. So, what is a wind-powered generator? Basically it is the use of wind as a mechanical force needed to power an electric generator. Utilizing wind as an energy source is not exactly a new idea. The ancient Persians were the first to use wind to pump water, cut wood, and grind food and others by building windmills. Even today you can find windmills still being used on some farms. It was the use of wind as an electric source that came into existence much later. The first practical wind powered generators were built in 1970, but yet we rarely see them in widespread use today, why? Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of the wind powered generator.
    The main advantage of wind powered generators is that they have, ideally, zero gas emissions – unlike fossil-fueled power generators. Because of the alarming effects of greenhouse gases and global warming, we want our power generators to be as clean and as environmentally friendly as possible. Since there is no burning process in a wind powered generator that produces toxic gases, it is very safe to build one in residential areas. Also, with proper engineering and enough wind, these generators can provide a high rate of wattage that can go as high as the Megawatt range. Another advantage is that it can be implemented using several small turbines connected together. This is a good thing when there is not enough space for huge structures.
     The major disadvantage of wind powered generators is that wind power varies greatly from one place to another and from day to day and season to season. Sometimes wind may be strong enough to supply energy, but that strength cannot be maintained due to changes in weather patterns. Needing strong, constant wind to most effectively power wind generators is one reason they are often built in coastal areas. Another disadvantage is that the structure of most practical wind powered generators is huge and bulky. Commonly, its size is proportional to the wind power it can collect.
    Research in wind power has now intensified because of its innate advantages over other power generators. With this increase in interest in wind energy and alternative energy sources as a whole, our future will become brighter and more and more remote areas will eventually enjoy the benefits of clean electric energy. In an electricity-dependent world, power supplies must provide the required electricity for communities and businesses. Wind powered generators might just be the solution for power shortages.

Disponível em: http://mysolarcellhome.org/articles/pros-and-cons-of-wind-powered-generators. 
A
The major disadvantage of wind powered generators is that wind power varies greatly from one place to another and from day to day and season to season.
B
Another advantage is that it can be implemented using several small turbines connected together.
C
Sometimes wind may be strong enough to supply energy, but that strength cannot be maintained due to changes in weather patterns.
D
Another disadvantage is that the structure of most practical wind powered generators is huge and bulky.
E
Basically it is the use of wind as a mechanical force that is needed to power an electric generator.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Aspectos linguísticos | Linguistic aspects, Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Might in “wind powered generators might just be the solution for power shortages…” and Must in “In an electricity-dependent world, power supplies must provide the required electricity for communities and businesses” express respectively the ideas of:

    As we all know, electricity is a fundamental need. On a daily basis, we consume electricity even without us knowing it. Just a simple task such as listening to your music player consumes electricity. Today, most of our electric generators and power plants are fed with fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal. However, due to the exponential increase of power demand, fossil fuel supplies are slowly being depleted. Not only that, but also burning fossil fuels has given off greenhouse gases and other unwanted byproducts. Because of this, the search for alternative energy sources is now a necessity. One of the most promising alternative energy sources today is Wind Powered Generators. So, what is a wind-powered generator? Basically it is the use of wind as a mechanical force needed to power an electric generator. Utilizing wind as an energy source is not exactly a new idea. The ancient Persians were the first to use wind to pump water, cut wood, and grind food and others by building windmills. Even today you can find windmills still being used on some farms. It was the use of wind as an electric source that came into existence much later. The first practical wind powered generators were built in 1970, but yet we rarely see them in widespread use today, why? Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of the wind powered generator.
    The main advantage of wind powered generators is that they have, ideally, zero gas emissions – unlike fossil-fueled power generators. Because of the alarming effects of greenhouse gases and global warming, we want our power generators to be as clean and as environmentally friendly as possible. Since there is no burning process in a wind powered generator that produces toxic gases, it is very safe to build one in residential areas. Also, with proper engineering and enough wind, these generators can provide a high rate of wattage that can go as high as the Megawatt range. Another advantage is that it can be implemented using several small turbines connected together. This is a good thing when there is not enough space for huge structures.
     The major disadvantage of wind powered generators is that wind power varies greatly from one place to another and from day to day and season to season. Sometimes wind may be strong enough to supply energy, but that strength cannot be maintained due to changes in weather patterns. Needing strong, constant wind to most effectively power wind generators is one reason they are often built in coastal areas. Another disadvantage is that the structure of most practical wind powered generators is huge and bulky. Commonly, its size is proportional to the wind power it can collect.
    Research in wind power has now intensified because of its innate advantages over other power generators. With this increase in interest in wind energy and alternative energy sources as a whole, our future will become brighter and more and more remote areas will eventually enjoy the benefits of clean electric energy. In an electricity-dependent world, power supplies must provide the required electricity for communities and businesses. Wind powered generators might just be the solution for power shortages.

Disponível em: http://mysolarcellhome.org/articles/pros-and-cons-of-wind-powered-generators. 
A
Possibility - advice.
B
Permission - duty.
C
Probability - obligation.
D
Probability - deduction.
E
Possibility - assumption.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text,

    As we all know, electricity is a fundamental need. On a daily basis, we consume electricity even without us knowing it. Just a simple task such as listening to your music player consumes electricity. Today, most of our electric generators and power plants are fed with fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal. However, due to the exponential increase of power demand, fossil fuel supplies are slowly being depleted. Not only that, but also burning fossil fuels has given off greenhouse gases and other unwanted byproducts. Because of this, the search for alternative energy sources is now a necessity. One of the most promising alternative energy sources today is Wind Powered Generators. So, what is a wind-powered generator? Basically it is the use of wind as a mechanical force needed to power an electric generator. Utilizing wind as an energy source is not exactly a new idea. The ancient Persians were the first to use wind to pump water, cut wood, and grind food and others by building windmills. Even today you can find windmills still being used on some farms. It was the use of wind as an electric source that came into existence much later. The first practical wind powered generators were built in 1970, but yet we rarely see them in widespread use today, why? Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of the wind powered generator.
    The main advantage of wind powered generators is that they have, ideally, zero gas emissions – unlike fossil-fueled power generators. Because of the alarming effects of greenhouse gases and global warming, we want our power generators to be as clean and as environmentally friendly as possible. Since there is no burning process in a wind powered generator that produces toxic gases, it is very safe to build one in residential areas. Also, with proper engineering and enough wind, these generators can provide a high rate of wattage that can go as high as the Megawatt range. Another advantage is that it can be implemented using several small turbines connected together. This is a good thing when there is not enough space for huge structures.
     The major disadvantage of wind powered generators is that wind power varies greatly from one place to another and from day to day and season to season. Sometimes wind may be strong enough to supply energy, but that strength cannot be maintained due to changes in weather patterns. Needing strong, constant wind to most effectively power wind generators is one reason they are often built in coastal areas. Another disadvantage is that the structure of most practical wind powered generators is huge and bulky. Commonly, its size is proportional to the wind power it can collect.
    Research in wind power has now intensified because of its innate advantages over other power generators. With this increase in interest in wind energy and alternative energy sources as a whole, our future will become brighter and more and more remote areas will eventually enjoy the benefits of clean electric energy. In an electricity-dependent world, power supplies must provide the required electricity for communities and businesses. Wind powered generators might just be the solution for power shortages.

Disponível em: http://mysolarcellhome.org/articles/pros-and-cons-of-wind-powered-generators. 
A
The use of wind as an electric source may cause gas emissions if not properly powered.
B
Wind powered generators are not as clean and as environmentally friendly as people may think.
C
With adequate wind and suitable engineering, wind powered generators may deliver a high rate of wattage.
D
The fact that the structure of wind powered generators is adaptable to any space makes it even more attractive.
E
The advantages of using wind powered generators are likely to outnumber the disadvantages.
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ULBRA 2011 - Inglês - Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

According to the text,

    As we all know, electricity is a fundamental need. On a daily basis, we consume electricity even without us knowing it. Just a simple task such as listening to your music player consumes electricity. Today, most of our electric generators and power plants are fed with fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal. However, due to the exponential increase of power demand, fossil fuel supplies are slowly being depleted. Not only that, but also burning fossil fuels has given off greenhouse gases and other unwanted byproducts. Because of this, the search for alternative energy sources is now a necessity. One of the most promising alternative energy sources today is Wind Powered Generators. So, what is a wind-powered generator? Basically it is the use of wind as a mechanical force needed to power an electric generator. Utilizing wind as an energy source is not exactly a new idea. The ancient Persians were the first to use wind to pump water, cut wood, and grind food and others by building windmills. Even today you can find windmills still being used on some farms. It was the use of wind as an electric source that came into existence much later. The first practical wind powered generators were built in 1970, but yet we rarely see them in widespread use today, why? Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of the wind powered generator.
    The main advantage of wind powered generators is that they have, ideally, zero gas emissions – unlike fossil-fueled power generators. Because of the alarming effects of greenhouse gases and global warming, we want our power generators to be as clean and as environmentally friendly as possible. Since there is no burning process in a wind powered generator that produces toxic gases, it is very safe to build one in residential areas. Also, with proper engineering and enough wind, these generators can provide a high rate of wattage that can go as high as the Megawatt range. Another advantage is that it can be implemented using several small turbines connected together. This is a good thing when there is not enough space for huge structures.
     The major disadvantage of wind powered generators is that wind power varies greatly from one place to another and from day to day and season to season. Sometimes wind may be strong enough to supply energy, but that strength cannot be maintained due to changes in weather patterns. Needing strong, constant wind to most effectively power wind generators is one reason they are often built in coastal areas. Another disadvantage is that the structure of most practical wind powered generators is huge and bulky. Commonly, its size is proportional to the wind power it can collect.
    Research in wind power has now intensified because of its innate advantages over other power generators. With this increase in interest in wind energy and alternative energy sources as a whole, our future will become brighter and more and more remote areas will eventually enjoy the benefits of clean electric energy. In an electricity-dependent world, power supplies must provide the required electricity for communities and businesses. Wind powered generators might just be the solution for power shortages.

Disponível em: http://mysolarcellhome.org/articles/pros-and-cons-of-wind-powered-generators. 
A
The consumption of electricity is affecting fossil fuel supplies in a harsh way.
B
There is no solution in sight as for alternative energy sources.
C
The increase of power demand has caused the need for the use of fewer fossil gases.
D
All of our daily tasks give off greenhouse gases.
E
All of the above statements are incorrect.