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1st QUESTION (06 scores)

COMMUNICATION

The main differences between U. S. and U. K. English are among the various subjects discussed in
class during the studying of Unit 3. Text I presents other pieces of information about this topic. Read
it and answer item 01.

TEXT I
WHICH ENGLISH DO YOU SPEAK?

Over 1 billion speak English worldwide, either as a first or second language. It is the international
language of communication, science, information technology, business, entertainment, radio and politics.
This makes some people imagine that it is a single language, spoken in the same way throughout the
world. However, there are many variations not only in pronunciation but also in spelling and vocabulary.
Let’s see what happens with American and British English.
From the 17th century people began traveling from Great Britain to North American to live, which is
how the first form of American English began. Some English pronunciations and word have stayed the
same in the U. S. since their arrival, but in England they have changed over the years. This explains
differences in English such as the word for the season “fall”! (AmE*) or “autumn” (BrE*). The word “fall”
is in fact Old English and not a new “Americanism”. The same is the case with the word “trash” (the AmE
word for “rubbish”). The English of North America has also been influenced by the different European
settlers that arrived from the 1600s. For example, the word “boss” comes from Dutch.
Nowadays almost everyone has heard American English, through music on the radio and movies or
“films” at the movie theater. This means that even if there are differences, most people are familiar with
them.
However, if you are not aware of these differences, some misunderstandings can occur. For example
when it comes to cars and driving, British English speakers call the space for bags at the back of the car
the “boot”, and Americans call it the “trunk”. A car that is driven with gears is called “manual” (BrE) and
“stick” in the U. S. A British speaker may find it funny to think of someone “driving a stick”. In the U. K.,
you fill a car with “petrol” but in the U. S. it’s called “gas”. A “crosswalk” in the U. S. is known as a “zebra
crossing” in the U. K. Regarding food there are also several differences. For example a “cookie” in the U.
S. is a “biscuit” in the U. K. Fried potatoes are “chips” in British English and “fries” in America. If you are
British and you ask for “chips” in the U. S., you’ll get some potato chips, or “crisps”.
So these differences may seem serious art first, but in actual fact they are unlikely to cause
problems and are more amusing than confusing. The reality is that whatever English you speak you will
be able to get by throughout the world because English is an international language and international
English is replacing both American and British English.
*AmE = American English *BrE = British English
(MITCHELL, H. Q.; MARILENI, M. Full Blast American Intermidiate B1.New York: MM Publications, 2013.)

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01. Mark true (T) or false (F) according to the text I. (06 scores)

T F There are over 1 billion non-native speakers of English.

T F The pronunciation and vocabulary are not the only differences which exist between
American and British English.

T F There are certain words which have changed in England, but not in the U. S.

T F An American would laugh if someone told him that he drives a stick.

T F The word “chips” exists in both American English, but has a different meaning.

T F It is difficult to communicate in the U. K. if you do not speak British English.

2nd QUESTION (18 scores)

READING AND WRITING

Traveling abroad is an unforgettable experience, especially when it is not for business. This is what it
is called tourism: a travel for pleasure, also the business of attracting, accommodating, and entertaining
tourists, and the business of operating tours. Tourism may be domestic or international. Paris is a great
route of international tourism. Read Text II to answer itens 02 and 03.

TEXT II

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN PARIS

Eiffel Tower

Gracing the banks of the Seine River, Paris has a way of romancing visitors with its elegant beauty
and magical ambience. This incomparable city is filled with grandiose monuments like the Eiffel Tower,
Notre-Dame, and the Champs-Elysées Boulevard. Yet the charm of Paris lies in the small details: the
quaint cobblestone streets, prettily trimmed trees, perfectly puffed pastries, dainty tea salons, Belle
Epoque brasseries, and avant-garde art galleries. Like a veritable open-air museum, the city's buildings
are works of art, and the Parisians' everyday fashion is worthy of a magazine spread. From stylish
boutiques to exquisite cuisine, Paris is synonymous with the finer things in life. The city celebrates its
cultural heritage by assiduously maintaining its historic landmarks, formal French gardens, and world-
class art collections. In every hidden corner and at all the famous sites, Paris casts a spell of
enchantment. One visit may inspire a lifelong love affair.

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Eiffel Tower

This may be the most famous monument in the world and is certainly the most emblematic of Paris
and one of the top tourist attractions. The Eiffel Tower was designed by Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel and built
for the Paris Exhibition of 1889, which marked the centenary of the French Revolution. From the Jardins
du Trocadéro and the lawns of the Champs de Mars, there is just the right distance from the Eiffel Tower
for a great photo. The tower stands 307 meters tall. It was the world's tallest building until the Empire
State Building was erected. Visitors can take an elevator or walk up. To reach the top level, at the dizzying
elevation of 276 meters, take the exhilarating elevator ride from the second level. At the top, views of the
Paris cityscape are truly stunning. For those interested in a gourmet meal, the Restaurant le Jules Vernes
is on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. This Michelin-starred restaurant features expansive windows that
allow diners to enjoy the amazing views.

Louvre Museum

A sumptuous palace that was once the home of France's Kings, the Louvre is now a marvelous
museum of fine art. This Louvre Museum possesses more than 30,000 works of art, from antiquities to
medieval art and European painting of the 15th to 19th centuries. It is impossible to see it all in one visit,
but tourists can focus on one particular gallery such as classical sculpture, Italian Renaissance art, or
17th-century French paintings; or take a tour of the highlights. The museum's most famous piece is the
Mona Lisa or La Gioconda (in French La Joconde) painted by Leonardo da Vinci in 1503-1505. Other
exceptional masterpieces are the ancient Venus de Milo sculpture, the monumental Victory of Samothrace
of the Hellenistic period, the immense Wedding Feast at Cana painting by Veronese (1563), and
Botticelli's frescoes.

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

The cathedral was first created in Early Gothic style, while later additions (the west front and the
nave) show the transition to High Gothic style. Tourists are immediately struck by the ornamental design
of the facade, with its profusion of sculptures, flying buttresses, and gargoyles. Look out for the 21 figures
in the Gallery of Kings who lost their heads during the Revolution. (The heads are now on display in the
Musée de Cluny). After admiring the decorative doorway, enter the sanctuary to take in the grandeur of
this immense vaulted space. The sanctuary seems almost endless and beckons visitors with the light of
flickering candles. The interior features magnificent stained-glass windows, in particular the rose window
in the north transept. Every Saturday and Sunday at 9:15pm, the cathedral offers a special audiovisual
show designed to inspire visitors. The show projects images onto a 100-square-meter screen of tulle for a
magical effect. Entrance is free.

Luxembourg Gardens

The Luxembourg Gardens are the best known park in Paris after the Tuileries. The central feature of
the park is the large octagonal pond with a fountain, flanked by two elegant terraces lined with statues.
This part of the park is laid out in the French classical style, with many chairs spread about for visitors to
use. The park is very popular with Parisians for relaxing and picnicking especially the students of the Latin
Quarter. Another key feature is the picturesque Fontaine de Médicis, hidden under tress opposite the east
front of the palace. The 17th-century fountain basin has a Renaissance monument featuring the river gods
of the Rhône and the Seine and is a reminder of the former owner, Marie de Médicis. The large pond is
popular with small children who use it to sail miniature boats (the boats can be hired at a kiosk by the
pond), while other children enjoy the Grand Guignol, a traditional marionette show. In the southwest of
the park near the tennis courts, the Théâtre du Luxembourg seats 275 and presents charming puppet
shows in French.

(Disponível em: http://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions-/paris-f-p-paris.htm. Acesso em: 28 abr. 2016.Adaptado)

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02. According to Text I, answer the subitens a), b) c), d) e e). Use complete sentences. (10 scores)

a) Why can Paris inspire a lifelong love affair?

Because of its elegant beauty √ and magical ambience found in every hidden corner. √__

b) Where can the visitors have a show especially designed to inspire them?
They can have a special audiovisual show √ in Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. √_____

c) If a visitor is interested in a great photo taken from upstairs, where should he go? Why?
He should go to Eiffel Tower √ because there is just the right distance from beautiful
gardens. √______________________________________________________________

d) Where should tourists go to see masterpieces of Art?

They should go to Louvre Museum √ where they can see Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci.
√_____________________________________________________________________

e) What can people do in Luxembourg Gardens to have entertainment?

People can take a sit, relax √ and take photos of the Fontaine de Médicis. √__________

03. Would you like to visit any of Paris’s attractions? Why or Why not? (02 scores)

(Answers may vary) Yes, I’d love going to the Louvre Museum because I’m interested in
art. √ I’d like to see some famous paintings and classical sculptures. It would be amazing.
√_______________________________________________________________________

04. Considering the meaning of tourism mentioned before and the discussion made in class which had
remembered that visiting news cities is also a good way of improving knowledge about different
aspects of places such as their History, Geography, Urban structure, Architecture and Culture, give
your personal opinion about any touristic city. Which city (except Paris) would you most like to visit?
Write a paragraph about it saying the reasons you have chosen it, pointing the tourist sites. Write at
least six sentences. (06 scores)

(Answers may vary) I’d like to visit Ouro Preto, in Brazil, because it has Baroque
monuments. √ I could visit the historic tourist sites such as church São Francisco de Assis
and Matriz de Nossa Senhora do Pilar √ and I could see the interior of these churches and
have a class of our History. √ I could also take some photos of the colonial houses √ and
take a walk to appreciate the entire town which is so rich in colonial architecture. √ Before
leaving I wouldn’t miss to try the typical food famous in the entire country for its peculiar
taste. √__________________________________________________________________

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3rd QUESTION (09 scores)

VOCABULARY

Los Angeles, officially the City of Los Angeles and often known by its initials L.A., is the second-
largest city in the U. S. after New York City, the most populous city in the state of California. It is known
for its climate, ethnic diversity, sprawling metropolis, and as a major center of the American
entertainment industry. Reading text III you get to know another face of this global city. Pay careful
attention in order to answer item 05.

Text III
Dog café in LA

Coffee Cups and Rescue Pups - people in California are being given the
chance to brighten up their morning coffee run. The dog café in Los
Angeles lets customers couple their cappuccinos with a bit of pooch
playtime, all with animals who are looking for a new home.

"I love dogs and I feel like getting to interact with like potentially dogs that
are available for adoption is a really good idea because people actually get to mingle with them while
enjoying their coffee and it could be a casual thing that people can come out to do on a daily basis, if they
want!"

Every single one of the dogs has been rescued from shelters. Now they are being rehabilitated by
café owner Sarah Wolfgang and her staff.

"My hope is to obviously decrease the amount of dogs that are being euthanised at shelters all
across LA, initially, and then hopefully we can spread out new businesses like this one, will spread out,
and be able to do the same thing in their own cities to decrease the rate of euthanasia."

A noble cause and one that people seem to have responded to. Because of high demand, there's 10-
dollar price tag for one cup of joe and 55 minutes with the dogs. We smell a winner.

(Disponível em:< http://www.newsinlevels.com/products/dog-cafe-in-la-level-3/>. Acesso em: 21 abr. 2016.)

05. Match the columns. Write a dash (_) if there is no correspondence. (06 scores)

NOUNS: MEANINGS:
1. Pooch. ( 3 ) A place where people put homeless.

2. Mingle. ( 2 ) To spend time.

3. Shelter. ( 5 ) Coffee.

4. Rate. ( 1 ) A dog.

5. Joe. ( - ) To make something more attractive or interesting.

( 4 ) The speed at which something happens over a period of time.

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06. Answer the subitens a) e b) about you. (03 scores)

a) Had you ever heard about his kind of café before reading this text? (01 score)

(Answers may vary) No, I hadn’t. √__________________________________________

b) Would it be an amazing experience visiting this café? Why? Why not? (02 scores)

(Answers may vary) Yes, it would. √ Because I love animals and I’d really like to spend
some time with them. √_or No, it wouldn’t. Becouse I don’t like to eat near / around
animals________________________________________________________________

4th QUESTION (20 scores)

GRAMMAR

07. The past tenses are used to report actions the happened in the past. Among these verbal tenses are
the Past Simple (used to talk about past experiences started and finished in the past with a specific
time), the Past Perfect Simple (used to talk about something that happened before another past
action) and the Past Perfect Continuous (used to talk about an action that was in progress before
another past action). Having these concepts in mind, fill in the blanks with the Past Simple, the
Past Perfect Simple or the Past Perfect Continuous of the verbs in parentheses. (14 scores)

Mark hadn’t panned √ (not plan) to travel last Sunday but he had √ (have) to. It all started √

(start) on Sunday morning. He had been working √ (work) on a project for over an hour when his

dad called √ (call). He wanted √ (want) to see him and he had booked √ (book) a ticket for the

12 o’clock train. However, by the time Mark arrived √ (arrive) at the train station, the train had left

√ (leave). So, he had √ (have) to wait for about three hours and finally got on √ (get on) the 3

o’clock train. He had been traveling √ (travel) for half an hour when the train suddenly stopped √

(stop) because of a problem with the engine. It was √ (be) the worst day of his life!

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08. Clarice is very good at English and has a special ability about grammar. She’s a volunteer to help
student at “Recue Classes” offered in the afternoon in CMCG to students who have difficulties. In the
previous class about too and enough, she explained: “too is used before an adjective when something
is more/less than necessary. Enough is used after an adjective/adverb, but before nouns. Fill in the
blanks with too or enough. (06 scores)

a) David had been working hard enough√ to deserve a week off.

b) I don’t feel well enough√ to go to school today.

c) Nobody could move the piano. It was too√ heavy.

d) None of the candidates was experienced enough√ for the job.

e) Well, I’m afraid I’m too√ busy to talk to you now.

f) There isn’t enough√ sugar in my coffee. Can I have some more?

END OF THE TEST

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