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Teste do conhecimento - Prática Oral em Língua Inglesa II - 2018-3
Aula 2
	
	 1a Questão
	
	Imagine you are in a job interview and the following question is placed by the person in charge to interview you:Tell us something about your ......... in the engineering industry? What is the alternative that correctly completes the question?
		
	
	likes
	
	relation
	
	foreground
	
	dislikes
	 
	background
	
Explicação:
BACKGROUND -  A position, area, or situation that is not immediately in one's attention or notice: You can hear traffic moving inthe background during the interview.
	
	
	 2a Questão
	
	Choose the best option to answer in an job interview: "Could you tell us something about yourself?"
		
	
	Well, as you can see from my resume...
	 
	I believe that I am a well-qualified, experienced person with abilities that suit your needs, for example...
	
	I'm the perfect employee you are looking for.
	
	I have all the qualities that you mentioned in the job advertisement.
	
	You shouldn't miss this chance to employ me.
	
Explicação:
Sugestões:
Can you tell me something about yourself?
 
¿I like to manage people and work on interesting projects. I have been working for IBM for the past ten years, but am looking for a new challenge right now. I like to do sports, especially football and spend my free time with my wife.¿
¿I was born and raised in Milan, Italy. I attended the University of Milan and received my master's degree in Economics. I have worked for 12 years as a financial consultant in Milan for various companies including Rossi Consultants, Quasar Insurance and Sardi and Sons. I enjoy playing tennis in my free time and learning languages.¿
¿I've just graduated from the University of Singapore with a degree in Computers. During the summers, I worked as a systems administrator for a small company to help pay for my education.¿
	
	
	 3a Questão
	
	Choose the best sentence to complete following conversation between the manager of Electrical S/A and Robert Taylor, who wants to work there, about the benefits and conditions of a the job and the business company.
Manager: So, you agree with the salary we are offering you for the job?
Robert Taylor: Yes I do. There is something that I would like to ask you. How many days of holiday would I be entitled to?
Manager: No problem. For this position you will receive 30 days of paid holiday each year. There's no restriction on when you can take them. So, you can take a day off or two weeks off at any time you want.
Robert Taylor: Does the 30 days of paid holiday include bank holidays like Christmas Day or May Day?
Manager: No, you receive 30 days in addition to all the banks holidays in the year. You are also paid for the bank holidays as well.
Robert Taylor: ..................................................
Manager: Well, the job is full-time, so that would be 35 hours a week. That does not include the one hour for lunch.
		
	
	How many hours a week would I be resting?
	
	Don't you think this is too much time for working?
	
	How many hours a week do the other employees spend working?
	 
	How many hours a week would I be working?
	
	None of the ansers above.
	
Explicação:
Interviewer: Now, do you have any questions you'd like to ask me about the position?
John: Yes. Could you tell me what hours I'd have to work?
Interviewer: We open at 9.00, but you would be expected to arrive at 8.30 and we close at 6.00 pm. You would be able to leave then.
	
	
	 4a Questão
	
	
	
	
	What is the best description for job interview?
		
	
	A job interview is a long and fun process and in this unit we will see some ways of applying for a wlak on the mall, especially dealing with people you don¿t know, as well as learn how to talk about your credit card experiences.
	 
	A job interview is a process in which a potential employee is evaluated by an employer for prospective employment in their company, organization, or firm. During this process, the employer hopes to determine whether or not the applicant is suitable for the role.
	
	A job interview can mean "some work that has to be done", for example: there are jobs to be done in the house: washing up, mending things that are broken, etc.
	
	None of the descriptions below.
	
	A job interview is a long and stressful process and in this unit we will see some ways of applying for a vacation, especially dealing with people you don¿t know, as well as learn how to talk about your travelling experiences.
	
Explicação:
A job interview is a process in which a potential employee is evaluated by an employer for prospective employment in their company, organization, or firm. During this process, the employer hopes to determine whether or not the applicant is suitable for the role.
	
	
	 5a Questão
	
	Thinking about "business vocabulary", we can say that "Relocation package" means:
		
	
	A contract between an insurance provider (e.g. an insurance company or a government) and an individual or his sponsor (e.g. an employer or a community organization). A private one allows you to see private doctors. The other kind is the public health insurance.
	
	A set of rules indicating the approved manner of dressing.
	
	A share incentive plan (Sip) employees buy shares directly from their employer (known as partnership shares) that the employer can then match.
	 
	A set of benefits that a company offers to an employee to move to a new community. Not only is there the actual expense of moving, but also, for a home-owner, the expenses connected with selling an old home, and buying a new home.
	
	A Personal Pension Scheme (PPS), sometimes called a Personal Pension Plan (PPP), is a tax-privileged individual investment vehicle, with the primary purpose of building a capital sum to provide retirement benefits, although it may also be used to provide death benefits.
	
Explicação:
Relocation package to pay for you to move to Paris and to stay in a hotel until you find a flat or house.
	
	
	 6a Questão
	
	  Thinking about GLOSSARY ON COMPANIES , we can say that To retire means:
		
	 
	To stop working, usually because someone has reached a certain age.
	
	Someone who employs people for a firm, also known as a personnel manager.
	
	Collecting and publishing or broadcasting of news; journalism in general;  the entirety of media and agencies that collect, publish, transmit, or broadcast the news.
	
	Companies which have details of jobs and details of the people who might want them.
	
	Jobs that no-one is doing that someone is needed to do.
 
	
Explicação:
To retire - to stop working, usually because someone has reached a certain age
	
	
	 7a Questão
	
	Choose the right option to complete the following sentence, taking in consideration that you are in an interview and want to make a good first impression: "To begin with, you should firmly shake the interviewer's hand while _____________ him or her with a smile. Be sure to ____________ eye contact, especially when listening to the interviewer.
		
	 
	greeting / keep
	
	greets / keep
	
	to greet/ keeps
	
	to greet / keeping
	
	greeting / keeping
	
Explicação:
To begin with, you should firmly shake the interviewer's hand while greeting him or her with a smile. Be sure to keep eye contact, especially when listening to the interviewer.
	
	
	 8a Questão
	
	You are at a job interview. The interviewer asks: "Why did you apply for this job?". You answer:
		
	
	e) "I am not very patient, what is obviously not good. But I am working on it every day, doing various exercises."
	 
	c) "My goal is to become a better manager and help my employer to achieve good results as much as I can."a) "I've just graduated from the University of Singapore with a degree in Computers. During the summers, I worked as a systems administrator for a small company to help pay for my education."
	 
	b) "I really like the job description and the working duties for this position. I believe that I am the perfect match for the job and can be an asset for your team."
	
	d) "I was born and raised in Milan, Italy. I attended the University of Milan and received my master's degree in Economics. I have worked for 12 years as a financial consultant in Milan for various companies including Rossi Consultants, Quasar Insurance and Sardi and Sons. I enjoy playing tennis in my free time and learning languages."
	
Explicação:
Suggestion:
¿I really like the job description and the working duties for this position. I believe that I am the perfect match for the job and can be an asset for your team.¿
¿I decided to apply because I really like the vision of your company and the possibilities for me there. It is a role where I can use my full potential and really help your company to grow.¿
I've been looking for a job where I can use my creative skills and work with people. I've heard good things about your company.¿
	
	 1a Questão
	
	You are at a job interview. The interviewer asks: "Why should we hire you?" You answer:
		
	
	e) "I would like to be promoted in five years and have a really good job in a really good company."
	
	d) "Sometimes I struggle to concentrate. However, I practice every day and my concentration has improved over the years."
	
	c) "My main responsibility was looking after the company's largest clients, but I also assisted in developing new business."
	 
	a) "I believe that I bring success with me to the companies. All the companies where I worked were prospering. It is good to have such a worker in your team, isnt it? You need someone who can produce results, and my background and experience are proof of my ability. For example..."
	
	b) "Well, I graduated from Tokyo University with a BA in business and then did a one-year postgraduate diploma in accounting."
	
Explicação:
Suggestion:
¿Well, I have a relevant experience for the job and I am strongly motivated to work for your company.¿
¿I fulfill all the requirements for the job. However, some other applicants do probably also fulfill it. I think that I am a nice guy and help to create a good atmosphere in the workplace. You can contact my previous employers to question about this.¿
¿I believe that I bring success with me to the companies. All the companies where I worked were prospering. It is good to have such a worker in your team, isn¿t it?¿ You need someone who can produce results, and my background and experience are proof of my ability. For example..."
	
	
	 2a Questão
	
	Fill in the blank space by choosing the correct alternative: What sort of ......... of time would you stay with us if we offered you the job?
		
	
	long
	
	duration
	
	span
	
	hour
	 
	period
	
Explicação:
period of time = período de trabalho.
	
	
	 3a Questão
	
	What is the correct alternative to complete the dialogue? Ms. Ballard: I see on your resume that you worked as a manager at Computer Country. Could you tell me a little more about your responsibilities there? Carey Cornwall: ________________________
		
	
	The last course I took was Excel level 3. I had started using Excel spreadsheets more regularly, so I wanted to upgrade my skills.
	
	I just like to work. If I was not strongly motivated to do this job, I would not apply for it. I would never work only for money.
	
	First of all, salary is not a deciding factor for me. I really like the job description and want to get this job. I will accept an average salary for this position what is something between $35,000 and $40,000, according to my knowledge.
	 
	Sure. I was responsible for overseeing about 30 employees; I did all of the ordering for the store, and I kept track of the inventory.
	
	In my last job I sometimes had to find answers to IT questions. I would often go on the Internet and look for blogs on the topic I needed to learn about. I enjoy learning new things, so research is actually one of my hobbies.
	
Explicação:
Ms. Ballard: I see on your resume that you worked as a manager at Computer Country. Could you tell me a little more about your responsibilities there?
Carey Cornwall: Sure. I was responsible for overseeing about 30 employees, I did all of the ordering for the store, and I kept track of the inventory.
Ms. Ballard: What was the most difficult part of your job?
Carey Cornwall: Probably handling angry customers. We didn't have them very often, but when we did, I needed to make sure they were well taken care of. After all, the customer is always right.
Ms. Ballard: That's how we feel here, too. How long did you work there?
Carey Cornwall: I was there for 3 1/2 years. I left the company last month.
Ms. Ballard: And why did you leave?
Casey Cornwall: My husband has been transferred to Emoryville and I understand your company has an opening there, too.
 
	
	
	 4a Questão
	
	Which alternative is the correct one to complete this sentence? "I'm thinking of _____________ a job with a multinational company."
		
	
	having
	
	wanting
	
	asking by
	
	asking for
	 
	applying for
	
Explicação:
To apply for = candidatar-se.
	
	
	 5a Questão
	
	Choose the best alternative for this situation:
When you say 'no' to an offer or opportunity, you ____________________.
		
	
	(c) downsize
	
	(a) move on
	
	(b) pursue
	
	(d) specialize in
	 
	(e) turn down
	
Explicação:
To turn down = to not accept an offer or request.
E.g. 
How could you turn down such a fantastic job?
I don¿t believe it: he turned me down flat!
	
	
	 6a Questão
	
	Choose the alternative that correctly complete the following sentence: Give us some idea of what you believe are your ......... and weaknesses.
		
	
	forces
	 
	strength
	 
	strenghs
	
	dislikes
	
	force
	
Explicação:
Strenghs and weaknesses = pontos fracos e fortes.
	
	
	 7a Questão
	
	Choose the best alternative "Managers should have strong _____________ skills."
		
	 
	(c) leadership
	
	(a) lead
	
	(b) leader
	
	(d) leading
	
	(e) leaded
	
Explicação:
Leadership =  the position of being the leader or being in charge of an organization, country etc
 
	
	
	 8a Questão
	
	Choose the most suitable answer: Many companies want to hire someone who can ____________________ well.
		
	 
	(b) handle pressure/stress
	
	(d) do pressure/stress
	
	(e) make pressure/stress
	
	(c) get pressure/stress
	
	(a) take pressure/stress
	
Explicação:
To handle- to take care of, to deal with.
	
	 1a Questão
	
	Match: 1 advertise  -  2 arrange  -  3 interview  -   4 sign  -   5 draw up  -
 ( ) an appointment ( ) a contract ( ) a vacancy ( ) a candidate ( ) a short list
A opção com a numeração correta é:
		
	
	(b) 2 -  5  - 3  -  1  - 4
	 
	(c) 2  - 4  - 1  -  3  - 5
	
	(d) 1 -  4  - 2  - 3  - 5
	
	(e) 1  - 5  - 2  -  3  - 4
	
	(a) 2  -  5  -  1 -  3 -  4
	
Explicação:
 1 advertise   a vacancy (uma vaga)
2 arrange  an appointment
3 interview   a candidate
4 sign  a contract
5 draw up a short list
  
	
	 2a Questão
	
	Choose the best alternative:
"What is your greatest weakness?" is an example of a _____________. You're actually supposed to talk about a strength, but make it sound like a weakness."
		
	
	(d) lousy question
	
	(e) disgusting question
	
	(a) fake question
	
	(c) crazy question
	 
	(b) tricky question
	
Explicação:
Trick questionsremain a way to test people's intelligence and know how they deal with controversial issues.
	
	
	 3a Questão
	
	"Why did you leave your last job/ Why are you planning to leave your job?"
 
Thinking about professional interview, what is the best answer to the questions  above.
 
		
	 
	My last job was not challenging enough. I was not motivated to wake up to work anymore and I really needed a change. Based on the job description I really believe that I can find what am I looking for in your company.
	
	My last job wasn't that great, because I was not motivated to wake up to work anymore. I didn't make enough friends there and I really needed another job. Based on the job description I really believe that I can meet nice people here.
 
	
	My last job wasn't good, I was not motivated to wake up to work anymore because there were many mean people there, many bullers, many nasty people. Based on the job description I really believe that I can meet nice friend here. I'm a really lonely person.
 
	
	My last job was great, but I was not motivated to wake up to work anymore because I didn't make enough money and I really needed a change. Based on the job description I really believe that I can work less and make more money here.
	
	None of the answers above.
	
Explicação:
Suggestions:
My last job was not challenging enough. I was not motivated to wake up to work anymore and I really needed a change. Based on the job description I really believe that I can find what am I looking for in your company.¿
¿There was a downsizing in our company and similarly to most people in my department, I was fired. However, it is the past. I am ready to utilize the knowledge and experience and start to build my new career in your corporation.¿
	
	 4a Questão
	
	Thinking about GLOSSARY ON COMPANIES , we can say that Press means:
		
	 
	The collecting and publishing or broadcasting of news; journalism in general;  the entirety of media and agencies that collect, publish, transmit, or broadcast the news.
	
	To do more than one piece of work at a time.
	
	To be the boss of, to make sure something is done, to supervise.
	
	To make decisions about your work without having to wait for someone else to help you.
	
	Jobs that no-one is doing that someone is needed to do.
	
Explicação:
Press ¿ the collecting and publishing or broadcasting of news; journalism in general;  the entirety of media and agencies that collect, publish, transmit, or broadcast the news.
	
	 5a Questão
	
	Thinking about GLOSSARY ON COMPANIES , we can say that Human resources manager means:
 
		
	
	None of the answers above.
	 
	Someone who employs people for a firm, also known as a personnel manager.
	
	Someone who looks for people for a firm, also known as a personnel manager.
	
	Someone who interviews people for a firm, also known as a personnel manager.
	
	Someone who is an employee  for a firm, also known as a personnel manager.
	
Explicação:
Human resources manager - someone who employs people for a firm, also known as a personnel manager.
	
	
	 6a Questão
	
	Choose the best answer: 'What are you working on at the moment?'
		
	 
	(d) I am working on a project to produce a new product for next year.
	
	(a) I work for a food wholesaler.
	
	(b) I have been working here for 15 years.
	
	(c) I¿m rarely at my desk.
	
	(e) I work on my computer for most of the working day.
	
Explicação:
None the other answers apply to the proposed question.
	
	
	 7a Questão
	
	Choose the best option to explain in an interview why you have applied for a position in a company
		
	
	I need the money.
	
	Yours is the only company that has offered me an interview.
	 
	I am very interested in the field your company is in.
	
	The salary is very good.
	
	I need the job.
	
Explicação:
That is the best answer to the question. The other ones do not answer properly the question in order to get the job.
	
	
	 8a Questão
	
	I brought some _____________ ( = additional) copies of my CV.
		
	
	(d) addition
	
	(a) added
	
	(c) extraneous
	 
	(b) extra
	
	(e) added
	
Explicação:
Extra = added to an existing or usual amount or number; additional. = "an extra (additional) thirty-five cents an hour".
	
	
	 7a Questão
	
	Thinking about "business vocabulary", we can say that "Career ladder" means:
		
	
	Dates and times when people will meet, but can also be used to mean that people have been given particular jobs.
	 
	The term "career ladder" is a metaphor or buzzword used to denote vertical job promotion. In business and human resources management, the ladder typically describes the progression from entry level positions to higher levels of pay, skill, responsibility, or authority. This metaphor is spatially oriented, and frequently used to denote upward mobility within a stratified promotion model. Because the ladder does not provide for lateral movement, it is assumed to be a singular track with the greatest benefits at the top.
 
	
	To make decisions about your work without having to wait for someone else to help you.
	
	A formal, legal agreement setting out what will be provided by both the employer and the employee.
	
	The collecting and publishing or broadcasting of news; journalism in general;  the entirety of media and agencies that collect, publish, transmit, or broadcast the news.
	
Explicação:
Career ladder ¿ The term "career ladder" is a metaphor or buzzword used to denote vertical job promotion. In business and human resources management, the ladder typically describes the progression from entry level positions to higher levels of pay, skill, responsibility, or authority. This metaphor is spatially oriented, and frequently used to denote upward mobility within a stratified promotion model. Because the ladder does not provide for lateral movement, it is assumed to be a singular track with the greatest benefits at the top.
	
	
	 8a Questão
	
	Choose the best alternative: "_____________ to your interview" means "before your interview."
		
	
	(e) at the beginning
	
	(d) in the beginning
	 
	(a) prior
	
	(c) ahead
	
	(b) previously
	
Explicação:
before something happened or existed.
The questions had been asked prior to my arrival.
The plane seemed to catch fire a few seconds prior to taking off.
	
	
	 1a Questão
	
	"Why did you apply for this job?"
 
Thinking about professional interview, what is the best answer to the question  above.
		
	 
	"I' ve been looking for a job where I can use my creative skills and work with people. I've heard good things about your company."
	
	"I've been looking for a job where I can make many friends and enjoy nice people."
 
	
	"I've been looking for a job where I can make much money and work with beautiful people."
 
	
	None of the answers below.
	
	"I've been looking for a job where I can have really fun and work with funny  people."
	
Explicação:
Sugestões:
Why did you apply for this job?
¿I really like the job description and the working duties for this position. I believe that I am the perfect match for the job and can be an asset for your team.¿
¿I decided to apply because I really like the vision of your company and the possibilities for me there. It is a role where I can use my full potential and really help your company to grow.¿
I've been looking for a job where I can use my creative skills and work with people. I've heard good things about your company.¿
 
	
	 2a Questão
	
	We can often find out about people's feelings by:
	
	
	dealing with their parents.
	
	learning about relationship.
	
	describing their realism.pointing their bad behaviour.
	 
	listening to their tone of voice and watching their gestures and body language.
	
Explicação:
Listening to their tone of voice and watching their gestures and body language. = You should firmly shake the interviewer's hand while greeting him or her with a smile. Be sure to keep eye contact, especially when listening to the interviewer.
 
	
	 4a Questão
	
	Thinking about "business vocabulary", we can say that "To work on your own initiative" means:
  
		
	
	Make decisions about your work waiting for a trusting person to help you.
	
	Make decisions about your work having to wait for someone else to help you.
	
	Make decisions about your work without having to wait for a boss to help you.
	
	None of the answers above.
	 
	To make decisions about your work without having to wait for someone else to help you.
	
Explicação:
To work on your own initiative - to make decisions about your work without having to wait for someone else to help you
	
	
	 5a Questão
	
	Choose the most suitable response: When did you start your current ___ ( = job)?
		
	
	(a) issue
	
	(c) work
	
	(e) question
	
	(b) place
	 
	(d) position
	
Explicação:
Position ¿ job within a company, post .
	
	
	 6a Questão
	
	 
What is the best answer for this dialogue?
 
Ms. Norton: Good morning! I see on your resume that you worked as a manager at Business Country. Could you tell me a little more about your responsibilities there?
Carrie Susan: Sure, ok.  I was responsible for overseeing about 30 employees, I did all of the ordering for the store, and I kept track of the inventory.
Ms. Norton: What was the most difficult part of your job?
Carrie Susan: Probably handling angry customers. We didn't have them very often, but when we did, I needed to make sure they were well taken care of. After all, the customer is always right.
Ms. Norton: That's how we feel here, too. How long did you work there?
Carrie Susan: I was there for 3 1/2 years. I left the company last month.
Ms. Norton: And why did you leave? 
Carrie Susan: ..............................................
		
	
	Well, I got emotionally involved with someone in the company.
	
	None of the answers above.
	
	Well, I got tired of the job.
	
	My boyfriend didn't like my job.
	 
	My boyfriend has been transferred to New York City and I understand your company has an opening there, too.
	
Explicação:
My boyfriend has been transferred to New York City and I understand your company has an opening there, too. = it is the answer that suits the best in a job interview. All the others are too personal.
	
	
	 7a Questão
	
	Which alternative is the one that correctly fills in the blank space in the following sentence? I see from your ......... form that you have had three different jobs in the last 5 years.
		
	 
	application
	
	applying
	
	apply
	
	negation
	
	applied
	
Explicação:
Application - the letter you send when you apply for a job.
	
	
	 8a Questão
	
	Choose the most suitable answer: 'I left my last job because I felt that they didn't recognize my _____________.'
	
	
	(d) companions
	
	(a) accommodations
	
	(e) company
	 
	(b) accomplishments
	
	(c) acclimation
	
Explicação:
Why did you leave your last job/ Why are you planning to leave your job? I left my last job because I felt that they didn't recognize my accomplishments.
	
	 1a Questão
	
	  Thinking about "job vocabulary", we can say that "be entitled to" means:
		
	
	 
To be not qualified for by right according to law; "we are almost all entitled to equal protection under the law".
 
	
	 
To be found for a job for by right according to law; "we are all entitled to  protection under the job search¿.
 
	
	 
To be sometimes  qualified for by right according to law; "we are all entitled to equal protection under the law".
 
	 
	 
To be qualified for by right according to law; "we are all entitled to equal protection under the law".
 
	
	 
To be chosen for by right according to law; "we are all entitled to equal protection under the choices¿.
 
	
Explicação:
Be entitled to ¿ to be qualified for by right according to law; "we are all entitled to equal protection under the law."
	
	
	 2a Questão
	
	Which option is the correct one to the question bellow? "Have you any experience of this type of work?"
		
	 
	Well, from my summer working experience I have teamwork and organisational skills.
	
	My teacher and career counselor recommended it .
	
	No.
	
	No, but I'm sure I will pick up the job very quickly.
	
	I'm not sure.
	
Explicação:
That is the best answer for a job interview. The other ones may make you fail the interview.
	
	
	 3a Questão
	
	Choose the best alternative:
"I'm already _____________ with ( = already know) some of these issues."
		
	 
	(b) familiar
	
	(e) known
	
	(a) familial
	
	(c) in-the-know
	
	(d) family
	
Explicação:
To be familiar with = to have a previous knowledge of something.
	
	
	 4a Questão
	
	Allan: I need a job.
Barbra: I thought you had a job.
Allan: I did.
Barbra: What happened?
Allan: I got laid off.
Barbra: That's terrible! When did it happen?
Allan: I got laid off last week.
Barbra: Just you?
Allan: No, ten of my coworkers got laid off, too.
Barbra: ........................
Allan: I'm looking in the newspaper for a job.
Barbra: Good luck!
 
What is the best option to complete the dialogue above?
		
	
	What are you going to read on weekend?
	
	What are you going to eat for dinner?
	
	What are you going to buy in this mall?
	 
	What are you going to do?
	
	What are you going to have for desert?
	
Explicação:
A: I need a job.
B: I thought you had a job.
A: I did.
B: What happened?
A: I got laid off.
B: That¿s terrible! When did it happen?
A: I got laid off last week.
B: Just you?
A: No, ten of my coworkers got laid off, too.
B: What are you going to do?
A: I¿m looking in the newspaper for a job.
B: Good luck!