(Originais Teachy 2023) - Questão Média de Inglês

The following text is an extract from 'Matilda' by Roald Dahl: 'The parents, instead of applauding her, called her a noisy chatterbox and told her sharply that small girls should be seen and not heard.' In this sentence, what is the author's perspective about Matilda's parents' attitude towards her communication in the family context?

Imagine you are an exchange student from Brazil, attending an American high school for the first time. During lunch break, you overhear a group of students discussing their plans for the weekend. One of them mentions that they are going to attend a lecture. Based on your understanding of English and the topic of false friends, what do you think the student is referring to when he/she says "lecture"? Choose the best option.

In English, the present continuous tense is used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking or to talk about temporary situations. For example, 'I am reading a fascinating book right now' indicates an action in progress at the present moment, whereas 'The company is expanding into new markets' describes a temporary situation that is currently occurring. Consider the following excerpt from an article about current environmental initiatives: 'Scientists are developing new methods to reduce carbon emissions, and companies are increasingly investing in sustainable technologies.' (Source: Environmental Progress, June 2023, www.envprogress.com) Based on your understanding of the present continuous tense, analyze the use of this grammatical structure in the given context and address the following points in your response: 1. Identify and explain the function of the present continuous tense in each of the two examples from the article. 2. Discuss how the use of the present continuous tense contributes to the overall meaning of the sentence and the sense of ongoing progress in environmental efforts.

Analyze the following excerpt from an advertisement and consider the stylistic and persuasive language features used to influence the audience. 'The pinnacle of luxury and innovation. Indulge in the flawless sophistication of our latest model, where every detail has been crafted to redefine excellence. Through a seamless fusion of technology and artistry, this vehicle epitomizes elegance in motion. Experience the future of driving, tailored to exceed the expectations of the most discerning drivers.' Thinking critically about the language choices and the underlying rhetorical strategies in the advertisement, answer the following questions: 1. How does the advertisement use language and rhetorical techniques to create an image of the product as sophisticated and advanced? 2. Discuss how the advertisement employs the concept of 'ethos, logos, and pathos' to appeal to the target audience and the potential impact of these appeals on consumer behavior.