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Avaliação Parcial de Língua Estrangeira Moderna - 2º TRIMESTRE
Past Simple and Past Continuous Exercise: Trips and Conferences
1. Read the following sentences and choose the correct verb tense (past simple or past continuous) from the options
provided.
2. Last week, they (visit / were visiting) a coastal town to gather information for their presentation.
3. While they (attend / were attending) the conference, they realized the importance of sustainable tourism practices.
4. John and Sarah (discussed / were discussing) their travel plans when they heard about the conference.
5. During the conference, experts (discuss / were discussing) various strategies for minimizing the environmental impact of
tourism.
6. While they (participated / were participating) in the panel discussion, they shared their experiences with wildlife
conservation.
7. Sarah (booked / was booking) their accommodations as soon as she learned about the conference dates.
8. The conference sessions (cover / were covering) a wide range of topics, from community involvement to responsible
travel practices.
9. While John (listen / was listening) to the keynote speaker, Sarah was taking notes.
10. As they (explore / were exploring) the conference venue, they met professionals from various sectors of the tourism
industry.
11. Last year, Sarah (decided / was deciding) to explore eco-friendly accommodations for their upcoming trip.
2. Fill in the blanks with "many" or "much."
1. She has visited so __________ countries in her lifetime.
2. I don't have __________ time to spare today.
3. Can you give me __________ information about the event?
4. There are too __________ people at the concert.
5. There are __________ books on the shelf.

3.Complete the following sentences by filling in the blanks with the

appropriate indefinite pronoun.
1. __________ called me last night, but I couldn't answer the
phone.
2. I need to buy __________ for the party tomorrow.
3. __________ has already submitted their project, but some
people are still working on it.
4. Is __________ home? I thought I saw the lights on.
5. She's always willing to help __________ in need.
6. I can't find my keys __________. I had them just a moment
ago.
7. __________ wants to go to the new restaurant that opened
downtown.
8. He said __________ was responsible for the mess in the
kitchen.
9. __________ can participate in the talent show if they're
interested.
10. We have __________ we need for the camping trip – tents, food, and supplies.
4) Try to use the appropriate indefinite pronoun:
– Something (alguma coisa): usado em frases afirmativas
– Anything (alguma coisa): usado em frases negativas ou interrogativas
– Nothing (nada)
– No one, nobody (ninguém): usado para pessoas
– Anyone, anybody (alguém): pode ser usado tanto um quanto o outro, desde que a frase seja negativa ou seja uma pergunta.
– Someone, somebody (alguém): em frases afirmativas / pode ser usando tanto um quanto o outro.

01. Don’t tell _____ lies to me; you cannot deceive me any longer.
a) some b) no c) none d) no one e) any
02. She didn’t have ________ mistakes in her paper.
a) some b) any c) no d) no one e) none
03. Are there ________ books for me today? ) No, there are not ______ books for you today.
a) any – any b) some – some c) any – some d) anyone – some e) something – no
04. “Have you seen my radio?”
“No, I haven’t seen it ___________.” a) where b) nowhere c) everywhere d) somewhere
e) anywhere
05. He couldn’t find ________ wrong with the food.
a) some b) nothing c) anything d) every e) no

5. Reading Comprehension: Trips and Conference

John: Hey Sarah, have you heard about the upcoming conference on sustainable tourism?
Sarah: Yes, I have! It sounds really interesting. When is it happening?
John: It's scheduled for next month, from the 15th to the 18th. I think it could be a great opportunity for us to learn more about
responsible travel practices.
Sarah: Absolutely! I've been wanting to explore ways to minimize the environmental impact of our trips. Are there any specific
topics being covered?
John: Definitely. The conference will have sessions on eco-friendly accommodations, community involvement in tourism, and even
a panel on wildlife conservation in tourist destinations.
Sarah: That sounds fantastic. Plus, it would be a chance to connect with professionals in the industry and share ideas.
John: Exactly. And the best part is, it's being held in a beautiful coastal town. So, we can also enjoy some leisure time by the beach
after the sessions.
Sarah: Count me in, then! Let's make sure we register and plan our accommodations soon.
Read the conversation between John and Sarah and answer the following questions:

1. What is the main topic of the upcoming conference?

a) Space technology b) Sustainable tourism c) Traditional medicine d) Modern art

2. When is the conference scheduled to take place?

a) Next year b) This month c) Last month d) Next quarter

3. Which of the following topics will be covered in the conference?

a) Fashion and beauty b) Renewable energies
c) Eco-friendly accommodations, community involvement in tourism, and wildlife conservation d) Local culinary recipes

4. Where will the conference be held?

a) City center b) Desert c) Coastal town d) Tropical forest

5. Why are the characters excited about the conference?

a) They can relax at home
b) They want to learn about responsible travel practices and share ideas
c) They are eager to buy souvenirs
d) They want to learn how to surf

6. What does Sarah want to explore regarding their trips

a) Ways to make their trips longer

b) Methods to increase the number of trips they take
c) Strategies to minimize the environmental impact of their trips
d) Ways to book luxurious accommodations

7. According to John, what could be a great opportunity at the conference?

a) To enjoy leisure time at a coastal town
b) To relax on the beach after the sessions
c) To learn more about wildlife conservation
d) To connect with professionals and share ideas

8. What is the speaker's opinion about the conference sessions?

a) They are boring and uninteresting
b) They are mainly focused on fashion and beauty
c) They cover a variety of topics related to responsible travel
d) They are only about accommodations and leisure activities

9. What aspect of the conference interests Sarah the most?

a) The opportunity to learn about local traditions
b) The chance to explore the city center
c) The possibility of buying souvenirs
d) The potential to connect with industry professionals and exchange ideas
10. How do John and Sarah plan to prepare for the conference?

a) They will book their accommodations and register soon

b) They will explore other travel options instead
c) They don't plan to attend the conference d) They will wait until the last minute to register.