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“There is a kind of sleep that steals upon us sometimes, which, while it holds the body prisoner, does not free the mind from a sense of things about it, and enable it to ramble at its pleasure. So far as an overpowering heaviness, a prostration of strength, and an utter inability to control our thoughts or power of motion, can be called sleep, this is it; and yet we have a consciousness of all that is going on about us; and if we dream at such a time, words which are really spoken, or sounds which really exist at the moment, accommodate themselves with surprising readiness to our visions, until reality and imagination become so strangely blended that it is afterwards almost a matter of impossibility to separate the two. Nor is this, the most striking phenomenon, incidental to such a state. It is an undoubted fact, that although our senses of touch and sight be for the time dead, yet our sleeping thoughts, and the visionary scenes that pass before us, will be influenced, and materially influenced, by the mere silent presence of some external object: which may not have been near us when we closed our eyes: and of whose vicinity we have had no waking consciousness. ”

— Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist

The word "prostration" in the sentence "an overpowering heaviness, a prostration of strength" means:

“There is a kind of sleep that steals upon us sometimes, which, while it holds the body prisoner, does not free the mind from a sense of things about it, and enable it to ramble at its pleasure. So far as an overpowering heaviness, a prostration of strength, and an utter inability to control our thoughts or power of motion, can be called sleep, this is it; and yet we have a consciousness of all that is going on about us; and if we dream at such a time, words which are really spoken, or sounds which really exist at the moment, accommodate themselves with surprising readiness to our visions, until reality and imagination become so strangely blended that it is afterwards almost a matter of impossibility to separate the two. Nor is this, the most striking phenomenon, incidental to such a state. It is an undoubted fact, that although our senses of touch and sight be for the time dead, yet our sleeping thoughts, and the visionary scenes that pass before us, will be influenced, and materially influenced, by the mere silent presence of some external object: which may not have been near us when we closed our eyes: and of whose vicinity we have had no waking consciousness. ”

— Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist

Identify the incorrect statement based on the text:

Observe the following dialogue and select the option that correctly completes the sentence using the future perfect tense.

Person A: "By the time you arrive at the airport,__________________ our luggage."

Person B: "Great! That means we'll have more time to relax before the flight."

Observe the following examples:

● Rabbits are fast runners → Rabbits run fast

● Tigers are patient hunters → Tigers hunt patiently

I - Ants are hard workers →______________________ .

II - Bats are quiet but quick flyers →_________________________ .

Select the alternative that correctly structures the sentences I and II using adverbs:

The Amazon rainforest, often referred to as the “lungs of the Earth,” plays a crucial role in regulating the planet’s climate. Covering approximately 5.5 million square kilometers, it is home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna. The forest produces about 20% of the world’s oxygen and absorbs vast amounts of carbon dioxide, helping to mitigate the effects of climate change. However, deforestation poses a significant threat to this vital ecosystem. Efforts to protect and restore the Amazon are essential for maintaining global ecological balance.
What does the phrase “lungs of the Earth” refer to in the text?

Since January 2023, the Amazon Fund has received BRL 3.9 billion in new donations. The resumption of the fund was accompanied by and results from the return of effective policies to control deforestation in Brazil, with very significant results. The Fund, which had contributions from Germany and Norway, had been frozen by the previous government. Under President Lula's government, it also received resources from Denmark, the European Union, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the USA.

Ministry of foreign affairs - September 12th, 2023


In the sentence, what does the subject "it" refer to?

“There is a kind of sleep that steals upon us sometimes, which, while it holds the body prisoner, does not free the mind from a sense of things about it, and enable it to ramble at its pleasure. So far as an overpowering heaviness, a prostration of strength, and an utter inability to control our thoughts or power of motion, can be called sleep, this is it; and yet we have a consciousness of all that is going on about us; and if we dream at such a time, words which are really spoken, or sounds which really exist at the moment, accommodate themselves with surprising readiness to our visions, until reality and imagination become so strangely blended that it is afterwards almost a matter of impossibility to separate the two. Nor is this, the most striking phenomenon, incidental to such a state. It is an undoubted fact, that although our senses of touch and sight be for the time dead, yet our sleeping thoughts, and the visionary scenes that pass before us, will be influenced, and materially influenced, by the mere silent presence of some external object: which may not have been near us when we closed our eyes: and of whose vicinity we have had no waking consciousness. ”

— Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist

Choose the word that represents the antonym of "heaviness":

“There is a kind of sleep that steals upon us sometimes, which, while it holds the body prisoner, does not free the mind from a sense of things about it, and enable it to ramble at its pleasure. So far as an overpowering heaviness, a prostration of strength, and an utter inability to control our thoughts or power of motion, can be called sleep, this is it; and yet we have a consciousness of all that is going on about us; and if we dream at such a time, words which are really spoken, or sounds which really exist at the moment, accommodate themselves with surprising readiness to our visions, until reality and imagination become so strangely blended that it is afterwards almost a matter of impossibility to separate the two. Nor is this, the most striking phenomenon, incidental to such a state. It is an undoubted fact, that although our senses of touch and sight be for the time dead, yet our sleeping thoughts, and the visionary scenes that pass before us, will be influenced, and materially influenced, by the mere silent presence of some external object: which may not have been near us when we closed our eyes: and of whose vicinity we have had no waking consciousness. ”

— Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist

Based on Dickens' excerpt, it is correct to state that the sleep state described by the author:
Choose the sentence that contains an incorrect use of an adverb of frequency:

Choose the correct option that completes the sentences using either "for" or "since".

1 - She has lived in this city _____ 2010.

2 - They have been friends _____ many years.

3 - I haven't seen him _____ last week.

4 - We have worked together _____ five months.

5 - He has been studying _____ I arrived here.

Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks with “who,” “whom,” or “whose.”

1 - The man car ____was parked outside the office came in to ask about the meeting.

2 - The teacher ___you spoke to is on vacation.

3 - I have a colleague____ knows a lot about modern art.

4 - The musician_____ song won the award is very talented.

5 - The participants_____ answers were correct received certificates.

Regarding verb tenses and verb forms, choose the option that completes the sentence correctly.

"Back when I______ in high school, I ________many friends and _____ involved in several activities. Now that we_____ older and have different lives, we still _____in touch regularly to catch up."

Read the following text carefully.

Despite _______desire to explore new places, neither Clara nor Liam is willing to compromise on comfort.______ are both cautious, so______ choose destinations with well-established amenities. However, their differing tastes mean that one of _____often ends up conceding to the other’s preferences, even though _______have similar ideas of what makes a perfect vacation.

Choose the following option with five pronouns that complete the text correctly

Read the following life path and mark the alternative to which author it refers.


"An English novelist and poet, born on April 21, 1816, in Thornton, Yorkshire, is renowned for creating one of the most iconic works in English literature, “Jane Eyre.” This individual published under the pseudonym Currer Bell, a strategy used to avoid the prejudices of the time. Most popular books are "Jane Eyre", "Villette", "Shirley" and "The Professor". Raised in a family with literary inclinations, this writer faced numerous personal tragedies, including the loss of siblings at a young age. Educated at the Clergy Daughters’ School at Cowan Bridge, the experiences there later inspired the depiction of Lowood School in “Jane Eyre.” The writer’s career as a governess also provided material for the novels, reflecting the struggles and societal expectations of the time."

Complete the sentence with the appropriate words:

I - You can choose the chocolate cake or the vanilla cake.

II - The movie was long, but it was really entertaining.

III - I haven’t finished my homework, and my sister hasn’t finished hers .

IV - The restaurant was busy, so we had to wait long to get a table.

Flying taxis and drone deliveries, once confined to the realm of science fiction, are poised to become a reality in Shanghai, transforming how its residents commute, work, and live.

Driven by breakthroughs in new energy technologies, a rapidly expanding civil drone sector, and substantial government investment, China's "low-altitude economy" is taking off.

This burgeoning field operates within 3,000 meters above ground, integrating various manned and unmanned aerial vehicles for tasks ranging from passenger transport to cargo delivery.

According to the "China Low-Altitude Economy Development Research Report" by CCID Consulting, the sector reached a staggering 505.95 billion yuan (US$71 billion) in 2023, reflecting a 33.8 percent growth rate. The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) projects this figure will soar to 2 trillion yuan by 2030.

http://www.shine.cn/news/in-focus/2409020148/


Based on the text, it is incorrect to state that:


The communicative approach to English language teaching includes the characteristics described in the following items, except for one. Mark the incorrect option.

Read the following dialogue and answer the question below:


Sarah: Hey Tom, you look exhausted! What's going on?

Tom: Oh, hi Sarah. Yeah, I've been quite busy lately.

Sarah: Really? What have you been up to?

Tom: Well, I (1) ______(work) on a challenging project at the office. It's been pretty intense.

Sarah: How long (2)____ you (deal) with this project?

Tom: It's been about three months now.I______ (3) (put) in extra hours almost every day.

Sarah: That sounds stressful. (4) ______you _____(have) any time for yourself?

Tom: Not much, to be honest. I (5)____ (neglect) my hobbies and social life lately.

Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks (1-5) in the dialogue above, considering the appropriate use of the Present Perfect Continuous tense.

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