Questões comentadas de Concursos para Professor de Língua Inglesa PSS

Inglês Formação de palavras (prefixos e sufixos) | Word formation (prefix and suffix)

Prefeitura de São Miguel do Oeste - Professor de Língua Inglesa PSS - AMEOSC (2024)

Based on the provided text, analyze the morphological structure of the word "replacement" and select the correct alternative that describes its structure:

A The word "replacement" is formed by the prefix "re-" (forward), the root "place" (to arrange), and the suffix "-ment" (condition), resulting in "the condition of arranging forward."
B The word "replacement" is formed by the prefix "re-" (remove), the root "place" (to settle), and the suffix "-ment" (object), resulting in "the object of removing a settlement."
C The word "replacement" is formed by the prefix "re-" (again), the root "place" (to put), and the suffix "-ment" (action or result), resulting in "the action of putting again."
D The word "replacement" is formed by the prefix "re-" (back), the root "place" (location), and the suffix "-ment" (state), resulting in "the state of a location."

Inglês Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Prefeitura de São Miguel do Oeste - Professor de Língua Inglesa PSS - AMEOSC (2024)

Which of the following best describes the main reason for the shift from a replacement market to a repair market in the HVAC industry, as discussed in the text?

A A government mandate requiring all HVAC systems to be replaced every five years.
B A rapid increase in the construction of new residential properties.
C Increased competition from international HVAC contractors.
D Higher costs of HVAC systems and housing, along with changes in consumer spending behavior.

Inglês Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Prefeitura de São Miguel do Oeste - Professor de Língua Inglesa PSS - AMEOSC (2024)

According to the text, how does the annual growth rate of HVAC market trends in 2023 compare to 2022?

A It peaked in May but generally remained positive for most of the year.
B It remained negative throughout the year, reflecting a decrease in replacement trends.
C It remained consistently positive without any fluctuations.
D It started off positive and then shifted to a negative trend by the end of the year.

Inglês Sinônimos | Synonyms

Prefeitura de São Miguel do Oeste - Professor de Língua Inglesa PSS - AMEOSC (2024)

Consider the sentence below:

"The sluggish home resale market is another reason for the shift towards a repair market."

What is the best synonym for the word "sluggish" in the context of the passage?

A Promising.
B Weak.
C Rapid.
D Aggressive.

Inglês Interpretação de texto | Reading comprehension

Prefeitura de São Miguel do Oeste - Professor de Língua Inglesa PSS - AMEOSC (2024)

Evaluate the role of consumer spending behavior and housing market trends in shaping the HVAC industry's response to market changes, as outlined in the text. Which statement best summarizes this dynamic?

A Rising housing costs and cautious consumer spending have directly influenced the HVAC industry's shift towards repair services, compelling contractors to adapt by offering more cost-effective solutions.
B The text indicates that consumer spending behavior is irrelevant to the HVAC market shift, which is primarily driven by external economic pressures and international trade policies.
C The text suggests that while housing market trends influence the HVAC industry, the shift to repair services is primarily a response to technological changes rather than consumer behavior.
D Consumer spending patterns have minimal impact on HVAC market trends; therefore, the primary focus for contractors should be on technological advancements rather than understanding market behaviors.