Questões de Inglês

Read the text to answer question from.

 

    The image depicts a nearly naked man amid a vast area of rainforest, spear pointed at the helicopter hovering above him – a man defending his territory and people from outside influence. This very scene made front-page news some years ago in the UK. It instantly highlighted the loss of ancestral homelands some tribal communities round the world face.

    Bad news has a way of dominating the headlines, so we're of the opinion that all indigenous communities and their culture are in decline – and that's not true. But the allure of propagating the "disappearing tribe" narrative is strong. It’s frustrating to see journalists who go on assignment with a set story in mind and then seek out quotes, experiences or interviews to fit their predetermined angle.

(Jonny Bealby. www.newsweek.com, 27.08.2019. Adapted.)

In the text the author expresses his opinion that

Considering the little dogs in the cartoon, Snoopy, the big dog, is

TEXTO:

 

Business Home work

Advances in technology are leading a
growing number of people to opt out
of the office, preferring instead to set up
business from home. Aaron Hicklin takes
a look at the advantages and
disadvantages of teleworking...

 

    Teleworking belongs to the nineties, like mobile
phones and the Internet. The revolution may be slow
in coming, but as computers and telecommunications
release us from the tyranny of the office, more and more
[5] of us are discovering alternative working patterns. [...]
    FLEXIBILITY: Teleworking is not suitable for
everyone, and many companies remain suspicious of
employees who would rather work in the comfort of
their homes. But research shows that those who are
[10] self-disciplined enough to maintain a routine of their
own can be more productive than their office-bound
counterparts. Nevertheless, to be successful, flexibility
is essencial, as is time management and the self

confidence to work without the stimulus of others around
[15] you. Many people find a happy compromise by dividing
their week between home and the office.
    There are problems, of course. Working away from
your colleagues can be a lonely experience, and getting
away from distractions at the office may turn out to be
[20] a false advantage. Having escaped the telephones
an chatter, you may find yourself contending with a
neighbour’s lawnmower or a crying baby across the
street. If you have children of your own you will have
to ensure they do not end up dominating your working
[25] time.
    Naturally, some careers are more suited to home
work than others. Sales and marketing, accountancy,
consultancy work, journalism, design and architecture
are obvious areas, but the possibilities are growing
[30] as technology reduces the need for large offices. Of
course, it’s no use setting up shop in the sitting room,
or balancing the lap top on the corner or your bed, but
if can hive off part of the house strictly for work you
will have overcome the principal hurdles to working from
[35] home.
    “Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to
change,” says Roy Guthrie, chairman of the Telecentre,
Telework, Telecottagers Association who lives in
Grangemouth. “Many local authorities are making motor

access increasingly difficult and expensive, so we really

have to start thinking about the future.”

HICKLIN, Aaron. Home work. Horizons. Edinburg: Scot Rail, n. 20, p. 22-3, s.d.

“ ‘Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to change’ ” (l. 36-37)

 

This sentence has the same meaning as

TEXTO:

 

Business Home work

Advances in technology are leading a
growing number of people to opt out
of the office, preferring instead to set up
business from home. Aaron Hicklin takes
a look at the advantages and
disadvantages of teleworking...

 

    Teleworking belongs to the nineties, like mobile
phones and the Internet. The revolution may be slow
in coming, but as computers and telecommunications
release us from the tyranny of the office, more and more
[5] of us are discovering alternative working patterns. [...]
    FLEXIBILITY: Teleworking is not suitable for
everyone, and many companies remain suspicious of
employees who would rather work in the comfort of
their homes. But research shows that those who are
[10] self-disciplined enough to maintain a routine of their
own can be more productive than their office-bound
counterparts. Nevertheless, to be successful, flexibility
is essencial, as is time management and the self

confidence to work without the stimulus of others around
[15] you. Many people find a happy compromise by dividing
their week between home and the office.
    There are problems, of course. Working away from
your colleagues can be a lonely experience, and getting
away from distractions at the office may turn out to be
[20] a false advantage. Having escaped the telephones
an chatter, you may find yourself contending with a
neighbour’s lawnmower or a crying baby across the
street. If you have children of your own you will have
to ensure they do not end up dominating your working
[25] time.
    Naturally, some careers are more suited to home
work than others. Sales and marketing, accountancy,
consultancy work, journalism, design and architecture
are obvious areas, but the possibilities are growing
[30] as technology reduces the need for large offices. Of
course, it’s no use setting up shop in the sitting room,
or balancing the lap top on the corner or your bed, but
if can hive off part of the house strictly for work you
will have overcome the principal hurdles to working from
[35] home.
    “Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to
change,” says Roy Guthrie, chairman of the Telecentre,
Telework, Telecottagers Association who lives in
Grangemouth. “Many local authorities are making motor

access increasingly difficult and expensive, so we really

have to start thinking about the future.”

HICKLIN, Aaron. Home work. Horizons. Edinburg: Scot Rail, n. 20, p. 22-3, s.d.

Based on the text, the correct statement is

TEXTO:

 

Business Home work

Advances in technology are leading a
growing number of people to opt out
of the office, preferring instead to set up
business from home. Aaron Hicklin takes
a look at the advantages and
disadvantages of teleworking...

 

    Teleworking belongs to the nineties, like mobile
phones and the Internet. The revolution may be slow
in coming, but as computers and telecommunications
release us from the tyranny of the office, more and more
[5] of us are discovering alternative working patterns. [...]
    FLEXIBILITY: Teleworking is not suitable for
everyone, and many companies remain suspicious of
employees who would rather work in the comfort of
their homes. But research shows that those who are
[10] self-disciplined enough to maintain a routine of their
own can be more productive than their office-bound
counterparts. Nevertheless, to be successful, flexibility
is essencial, as is time management and the self

confidence to work without the stimulus of others around
[15] you. Many people find a happy compromise by dividing
their week between home and the office.
    There are problems, of course. Working away from
your colleagues can be a lonely experience, and getting
away from distractions at the office may turn out to be
[20] a false advantage. Having escaped the telephones
an chatter, you may find yourself contending with a
neighbour’s lawnmower or a crying baby across the
street. If you have children of your own you will have
to ensure they do not end up dominating your working
[25] time.
    Naturally, some careers are more suited to home
work than others. Sales and marketing, accountancy,
consultancy work, journalism, design and architecture
are obvious areas, but the possibilities are growing
[30] as technology reduces the need for large offices. Of
course, it’s no use setting up shop in the sitting room,
or balancing the lap top on the corner or your bed, but
if can hive off part of the house strictly for work you
will have overcome the principal hurdles to working from
[35] home.
    “Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to
change,” says Roy Guthrie, chairman of the Telecentre,
Telework, Telecottagers Association who lives in
Grangemouth. “Many local authorities are making motor

access increasingly difficult and expensive, so we really

have to start thinking about the future.”

HICKLIN, Aaron. Home work. Horizons. Edinburg: Scot Rail, n. 20, p. 22-3, s.d.

According to the text, when someone works at home he  (she)

TEXTO:

 

Business Home work

Advances in technology are leading a
growing number of people to opt out
of the office, preferring instead to set up
business from home. Aaron Hicklin takes
a look at the advantages and
disadvantages of teleworking...

 

    Teleworking belongs to the nineties, like mobile
phones and the Internet. The revolution may be slow
in coming, but as computers and telecommunications
release us from the tyranny of the office, more and more
[5] of us are discovering alternative working patterns. [...]
    FLEXIBILITY: Teleworking is not suitable for
everyone, and many companies remain suspicious of
employees who would rather work in the comfort of
their homes. But research shows that those who are
[10] self-disciplined enough to maintain a routine of their
own can be more productive than their office-bound
counterparts. Nevertheless, to be successful, flexibility
is essencial, as is time management and the self

confidence to work without the stimulus of others around
[15] you. Many people find a happy compromise by dividing
their week between home and the office.
    There are problems, of course. Working away from
your colleagues can be a lonely experience, and getting
away from distractions at the office may turn out to be
[20] a false advantage. Having escaped the telephones
an chatter, you may find yourself contending with a
neighbour’s lawnmower or a crying baby across the
street. If you have children of your own you will have
to ensure they do not end up dominating your working
[25] time.
    Naturally, some careers are more suited to home
work than others. Sales and marketing, accountancy,
consultancy work, journalism, design and architecture
are obvious areas, but the possibilities are growing
[30] as technology reduces the need for large offices. Of
course, it’s no use setting up shop in the sitting room,
or balancing the lap top on the corner or your bed, but
if can hive off part of the house strictly for work you
will have overcome the principal hurdles to working from
[35] home.
    “Whether we like it or not, things are going to have to
change,” says Roy Guthrie, chairman of the Telecentre,
Telework, Telecottagers Association who lives in
Grangemouth. “Many local authorities are making motor

access increasingly difficult and expensive, so we really

have to start thinking about the future.”

HICKLIN, Aaron. Home work. Horizons. Edinburg: Scot Rail, n. 20, p. 22-3, s.d.

In reference to teleworking, the text informs that