O simulado de Língua Estrangeira (Inglês) foi elaborado especialmente para candidatos ao concurso dos Bombeiros, com foco em um conteúdo diversificado e de alta qualidade. Este exercício busca não apenas testar os conhecimentos em interpretação de textos, vocabulário e gramática aplicada, mas também desafiar o raciocínio crítico e a habilidade de aplicar conceitos teóricos em situações práticas. Com questões cuidadosamente desenvolvidas no estilo FGV, o simulado reflete o nível de exigência esperado em concursos públicos, garantindo uma preparação realista e eficaz.

01. Read the following excerpt and analyze the situation described: "As organizations become increasingly globalized, cultural diversity in the workplace has become both an asset and a challenge. Managers must navigate the complexities of communication and collaboration among teams with different cultural backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and mutual respect."

Based on the information provided, which of the following best explains the dual nature of cultural diversity in the workplace?
a) Cultural diversity simplifies communication between teams but complicates decision-making processes.
b) It enhances innovation and collaboration but may lead to misunderstandings due to differing cultural norms.
c) Cultural diversity has a negligible impact on modern organizations, as most teams share similar values.
d) It is primarily a challenge, with little to no advantages for global organizations.
e) Managers find it easier to create a harmonious work environment when cultural differences are ignored.

02. Consider the following statement about workplace adaptability:
"The increasing demand for hybrid work models has forced employers to rethink traditional office setups, blending physical and virtual spaces to maximize productivity."

Which of the following could be inferred from the statement above?
a) Hybrid work models reduce the need for virtual communication.
b) Employers are resisting the adoption of hybrid work practices.
c) The transition to hybrid work has diminished overall productivity.
d) Hybrid models necessitate reorganization of both physical and virtual environments.
e) Virtual spaces are being replaced entirely by physical offices.

03. Analyze the context and select the correct alternative:
"If companies ______ sustainable practices, they could improve their environmental impact and reduce costs in the long term."
a) has implemented
b) implemented
c) implements
d) would implement
e) are implementing

04. Read the sentence and choose the best interpretation for the underlined term:
"The company's new policy emphasizes 'proactive communication' to ensure clarity and prevent potential conflicts."

What does "proactive communication" most likely mean in this context?
a) Communication that reacts only to conflicts after they arise.
b) A strategy that anticipates issues and addresses them before they escalate.
c) A passive form of communication that relies on written documentation.
d) A reactive approach to resolving conflicts after they occur.
e) Communication limited to addressing feedback from employees.

05. The following paragraph describes a scenario involving leadership strategies:
"Effective leaders often prioritize empowering their teams, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability. This approach not only enhances employee satisfaction but also drives innovation within the organization."

Which statement aligns most closely with the leadership approach described above?
a) Leaders should micromanage tasks to ensure consistent results.
b) Encouraging autonomy among employees promotes creativity and satisfaction.
c) Innovation is stifled when employees are given too much responsibility.
d) Employee satisfaction decreases when leadership is decentralized.
e) Accountability undermines innovation in workplace settings.

06. Read the sentence and identify the meaning of the idiom:
"Despite initial resistance, the manager decided to bite the bullet and implement the unpopular changes."

What does the idiom "bite the bullet" mean in this context?
a) Avoid making a decision.
b) Procrastinate addressing a challenging situation.
c) Courageously face a difficult task despite reluctance.
d) Rely on others to implement the changes.
e) Focus exclusively on popular decisions.

07. Analyze the excerpt and identify the most appropriate completion for the sentence:
"In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, adaptability is crucial. Organizations that fail to adapt to technological advancements ______."
a) thrive in competitive markets.
b) risk becoming obsolete.
c) maintain their industry leadership effortlessly.
d) enhance their adaptability over time.
e) avoid significant market disruptions.

08. Choose the correct alternative to complete the sentence below:
"Many companies are focusing ______ creating environmentally friendly products to attract eco-conscious consumers."
a) in
b) with
c) on
d) to
e) about

09. Identify the incorrect use of grammar in the following sentence:
"The team was excited about the launch of their innovative product, which had been developed in record time."
a) The team were
b) excited about
c) the launch of
d) their innovative product
e) developed in record time

10. Read the sentence and select the correct tense:
"If the project had received additional funding, the team ______ the prototype on schedule."
a) completes
b) would complete
c) completed
d) would have completed
e) had completed

11. Read the dialogue and analyze the implied meaning:
"Employee: I think we need more team meetings to stay aligned on our objectives.
Manager: While I understand your point, frequent meetings can sometimes disrupt productivity."

What can be inferred about the manager's perspective?
a) The manager believes meetings are unnecessary for alignment.
b) The manager prioritizes productivity over excessive meetings.
c) The manager agrees that more meetings are always beneficial.
d) The manager feels team alignment is irrelevant to success.
e) The manager suggests removing all meetings from the schedule.

12. Which word best completes the sentence below?
"The consultant provided a ______ analysis of the company’s market position, offering actionable recommendations."
a) superficial
b) comprehensive
c) hasty
d) biased
e) incomplete

13. Analyze the context and identify the role of the underlined expression:
"The decision to expand the business was a double-edged sword, bringing both opportunities and risks."

The phrase "a double-edged sword" implies that:
a) The decision was entirely positive.
b) The expansion was highly risky with no benefits.
c) The decision brought both advantages and disadvantages.
d) The expansion was inevitable despite its challenges.
e) The risks outweighed the opportunities.

14. Read the statement and select the option that explains the grammatical issue:
"Each of the employees have completed their assigned tasks ahead of schedule."

What is the error in this sentence?
a) The use of "each" conflicts with the plural verb "have."
b) "Their" should refer to a singular subject.
c) "Completed" is incorrectly conjugated.
d) "Ahead of schedule" is a redundant expression.
e) No error exists in the sentence.

15. Choose the correct alternative to fill in the blanks:
"The manager ______ that all employees ______ the company’s code of conduct."
a) insisted / follow
b) insists / followed
c) insist / follows
d) insisting / followed
e) insists / follow

16. Analyze the use of vocabulary in the context below:
"The speaker’s argument was not only coherent but also compelling, leaving the audience deeply engaged."

Which of the following is a synonym for "compelling" as used in this sentence?
a) Irrelevant
b) Convincing
c) Confusing
d) Weak
e) Ambiguous

17. Based on the information provided, which of the following options is incorrect?
"Hybrid work models have revolutionized employee productivity by allowing flexibility. However, maintaining collaboration among dispersed teams remains a challenge."

a) Hybrid work models offer flexibility to employees.
b) Collaboration is easier in hybrid models than in traditional setups.
c) Flexibility contributes to improved productivity.
d) Hybrid work poses challenges to team collaboration.
e) Both advantages and challenges exist in hybrid work models.

18. Read the sentence and identify the best explanation for the expression "burning the midnight oil":
"She’s been burning the midnight oil to finalize the project before the deadline."

The expression means:
a) Delegating work to others late at night.
b) Working late into the night to complete a task.
c) Ignoring deadlines to focus on other priorities.
d) Resting before an important task.
e) Procrastinating on important assignments.

19. Choose the appropriate verb tense for the following sentence:
"By the time the meeting started, most of the participants ______ the agenda."
a) reviewed
b) had reviewed
c) review
d) were reviewing
e) will review

20. Consider the situation described and select the correct option:
"The CEO acknowledged that although the company had experienced setbacks, its core strategies remained resilient and future growth was anticipated."

What does the CEO imply about the company's position?
a) Setbacks have completely hindered future opportunities.
b) The company's strategies are ineffective in ensuring growth.
c) Despite challenges, the company is optimistic about its prospects.
d) Growth is no longer a priority due to recent obstacles.
e) The company has abandoned its core strategies.

21. Read the excerpt and answer the question:
"The transition to renewable energy sources is crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. However, the high initial costs and technological limitations pose significant challenges for many countries."

What does the text suggest about the transition to renewable energy?
a) It is unnecessary for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
b) The benefits outweigh the challenges, but the transition requires investment.
c) Technological limitations have been entirely overcome.
d) Countries unanimously agree on adopting renewable energy.
e) High costs are no longer a barrier to the adoption of renewable energy.

22. Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks:
"The manager emphasized the importance of ______ communication channels to ensure that information ______ clearly across all departments."
a) create / transmits
b) creating / is transmitted
c) creates / transmit
d) creating / transmitted
e) create / is transmitting

23. Analyze the dialogue and identify the speaker’s perspective:
"Employee: I believe we need to allocate more funds to employee training programs.
Manager: While I see your point, we must prioritize budget constraints this quarter."

The manager’s response suggests that:
a) Employee training programs are unnecessary.
b) Budget constraints take precedence over training investments.
c) Funds for training will be allocated immediately.
d) The manager disagrees entirely with the employee.
e) Training programs have no impact on organizational success.

24. Read the sentence and choose the most accurate meaning of the phrasal verb:
"The team decided to put off the project due to unforeseen challenges."

What does "put off" mean in this context?
a) Cancel permanently.
b) Postpone temporarily.
c) Prioritize immediately.
d) Accelerate progress.
e) Ignore completely.

25. Select the option that best completes the sentence:
"If the new policy ______ sooner, many conflicts could have been avoided."
a) was implemented
b) had been implemented
c) is implemented
d) implements
e) would implement

26. Analyze the following scenario and answer the question:
"A multinational corporation is planning to expand into emerging markets, but faces cultural, regulatory, and logistical challenges."

Which of the following best describes the company’s situation?
a) The company faces no significant barriers to expansion.
b) Cultural and regulatory factors are irrelevant to market entry.
c) Expanding into emerging markets involves addressing multiple complexities.
d) Logistical challenges have already been resolved.
e) Emerging markets require minimal adaptation efforts.

27. Read the sentence and choose the option that identifies the error:
"Neither the employees nor the manager agree on the proposed changes to the schedule."
a) Neither the employees
b) nor the manager
c) agree
d) on the proposed changes
e) to the schedule

28. Read the statement and identify the purpose of the underlined word:
"The new guidelines aim to streamline operational processes, reducing inefficiencies across departments."

The word "streamline" in this context means:
a) Complicate
b) Simplify and optimize
c) Delay
d) Disrupt
e) Expand unnecessarily

29. Choose the correct preposition to fill in the blank:
"The company is committed ______ improving its environmental policies and practices."
a) for
b) in
c) to
d) with
e) about

30. Read the following sentence and select the option that best explains its meaning:
"The CEO's statement was intentionally vague, leaving stakeholders to interpret the company’s next move."

What does "intentionally vague" imply about the CEO's statement?
a) It provided clear and detailed plans.
b) It deliberately avoided providing specific details.
c) It was misleading and false.
d) It confirmed all future strategies.
e) It was irrelevant to stakeholder concerns.

31. Read the passage and choose the correct answer:
"Market research revealed a growing demand for eco-friendly products, prompting companies to innovate and meet consumer expectations."

Based on the passage, companies are likely to:
a) Ignore consumer demands for eco-friendly products.
b) Adapt their strategies to align with sustainability trends.
c) Reduce innovation efforts in response to market research.
d) Focus exclusively on traditional product lines.
e) Avoid changes in response to consumer expectations.

32. Analyze the context and select the best alternative:
"The director insisted that all employees ______ the safety protocols before operating machinery."
a) understanding
b) understands
c) understand
d) understood
e) will understand

33. Read the statement and identify the main implication:
"Global trade agreements often benefit larger economies, leaving smaller nations at a disadvantage."

The statement implies that:
a) All nations benefit equally from global trade agreements.
b) Smaller economies face challenges in achieving parity in trade.
c) Larger economies are excluded from global trade negotiations.
d) Trade agreements are unnecessary for economic growth.
e) Smaller nations dominate global trade agreements.

34. Read the paragraph and analyze the implication:
"The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment has streamlined the hiring process, but concerns about algorithmic bias and fairness remain prevalent."

What can be inferred from the text?
a) AI has eliminated all issues in the recruitment process.
b) Concerns about fairness are no longer relevant in modern hiring practices.
c) While AI has improved efficiency, it still faces ethical challenges.
d) Algorithmic bias does not impact recruitment decisions.
e) The use of AI in recruitment is exclusively beneficial.

35. Choose the best option to complete the sentence:
"The report highlighted the importance of ______ employees with tools and resources to improve performance."
a) empower
b) empowering
c) empowers
d) empowered
e) empowerment

36. Analyze the following scenario and answer the question:
"A company is considering implementing a new software system to improve workflow efficiency but is concerned about the cost of training employees on the new platform."

Which of the following describes the company's challenge?
a) The company believes the new software is unnecessary.
b) Employee training costs are seen as a barrier to implementation.
c) The company is unwilling to invest in workflow efficiency.
d) The new software will not require employee training.
e) Cost concerns are unrelated to the software decision.

37. Read the sentence and select the correct explanation for the underlined word:
"The project’s success hinges on collaborative efforts between all departments."

The term "collaborative" in this context refers to:
a) Independent and isolated efforts.
b) Joint efforts and teamwork.
c) Competitive dynamics within teams.
d) Hierarchical decision-making processes.
e) Individual contributions without teamwork.

38. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:
"The marketing team is focused ______ launching the campaign by the end of the quarter."
a) at
b) in
c) to
d) on
e) for

39. Read the excerpt and answer the question:
"The merger between the two companies was celebrated as a strategic move to enhance market share, but it also raised concerns among employees about potential layoffs."

What does the text suggest about the merger?
a) It was universally perceived as a positive change.
b) Employee concerns about job security were dismissed.
c) The merger had both strategic benefits and potential drawbacks.
d) Market share was unaffected by the merger.
e) Layoffs were confirmed as part of the merger plan.

40. Identify the grammatical issue in the following sentence:
"The committee was divided in their opinions on the proposed policy changes."
a) "The committee" should be plural.
b) "Divided" is not appropriately used.
c) "Their" conflicts with the singular subject "committee."
d) "Opinions" is redundant.
e) There is no grammatical issue in the sentence.

41. Read the sentence and select the correct verb tense:
"By the end of the year, the team ______ their objectives despite the challenges faced."
a) achieves
b) achieved
c) had achieved
d) will have achieved
e) is achieving

42. Analyze the context and choose the best alternative:
"If the company ______ a more inclusive culture earlier, it might have avoided many conflicts."
a) fosters
b) had fostered
c) fosters
d) will foster
e) has fostered

43. Choose the best alternative to explain the idiom:
"The employee took the criticism with a grain of salt, understanding that it was meant to be constructive."

The idiom "with a grain of salt" means:
a) Accepting something without any doubt.
b) Taking something lightly or skeptically.
c) Ignoring feedback entirely.
d) Responding emotionally to criticism.
e) Misunderstanding the intent of feedback.

44. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:
"The manager provided ______ feedback to help the team improve their performance."
a) constructive
b) destructing
c) constructing
d) destruction
e) constructions

45. Analyze the dialogue and answer the question:
"Employee: I’m struggling to meet the deadline due to the volume of work.
Manager: Let’s redistribute some tasks to ease your workload."

What does the manager’s response indicate?
a) The manager dismisses the employee's concerns.
b) The manager intends to offer practical support.
c) The employee’s workload is seen as unmanageable.
d) Deadlines will be postponed to address the issue.
e) Redistributing tasks is unnecessary in this scenario.

46. Read the statement and identify the tone of the message:
"While the team has made significant progress, there’s still room for improvement in meeting project deadlines."

The tone of the message is:
a) Critical
b) Encouraging with constructive feedback
c) Indifferent
d) Dismissive
e) Completely negative

47. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:
"Had the company invested more in research and development, it ______ a stronger competitive advantage today."
a) will have
b) would have had
c) had
d) would have
e) will have had

48. Analyze the excerpt and answer the question:
"Despite the initial challenges, the team demonstrated resilience and successfully achieved their targets."

What does the excerpt highlight about the team?
a) The team failed to meet expectations.
b) Challenges were ignored by the team.
c) The team’s resilience contributed to their success.
d) Success was achieved without any obstacles.
e) Targets were abandoned due to difficulties.

49. Read the following sentence and select the alternative that explains the grammatical structure:
"Neither the managers nor the employees were satisfied with the outcome of the negotiations."

Which part of the sentence demonstrates proper subject-verb agreement?
a) "Neither the managers nor the employees"
b) "were satisfied"
c) "the outcome of the negotiations"
d) Both a and b
e) None of the above

50. Choose the correct alternative to fill in the blank:
"The speaker emphasized the importance of innovation ______ addressing the company’s future challenges."
a) at
b) on
c) for
d) in
e) to

51. Read the excerpt and answer the question:
"The rapid pace of technological advancements has created opportunities for innovation, but it has also intensified competition in the global market."

What does the text suggest about technological advancements?
a) They exclusively create challenges in the global market.
b) They have eliminated competition in certain industries.
c) While they foster innovation, they also increase competitive pressures.
d) Technological advancements are unrelated to market competition.
e) They only benefit companies that avoid innovation.

52. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:
"The employee was ______ when their hard work was recognized during the meeting."
a) frustrated
b) indifferent
c) elated
d) disappointed
e) perplexed

53. Analyze the context and identify the purpose of the underlined expression:
"The board’s decision to delay the project was a calculated risk, aimed at securing better resources for implementation."

The phrase "calculated risk" implies that:
a) The decision was reckless and poorly planned.
b) The delay was unintended and accidental.
c) The decision was made after careful consideration of potential outcomes.
d) The delay was unnecessary and avoidable.
e) The risk was taken without regard for consequences.

54. Read the sentence and identify the most appropriate explanation for the phrasal verb:
"The team decided to back up their data to prevent loss during the system update."

The phrasal verb "back up" means:
a) To delete old data permanently.
b) To save a copy of data for safety.
c) To rely on external support.
d) To restore previously deleted files.
e) To abandon the data entirely.

55. Choose the correct alternative to complete the sentence:
"If the company ______ stricter quality controls earlier, it could have avoided the recall of its products."
a) had implemented
b) implemented
c) has implemented
d) implements
e) would implement

56. Read the dialogue and answer the question:
"Employee: I’m concerned that the new software will slow down our workflow initially.
Manager: That’s a valid point, but the long-term benefits will outweigh the short-term disruptions."

What does the manager imply about the new software?
a) It will permanently disrupt workflow efficiency.
b) It has no significant benefits for the team.
c) The initial challenges are justified by its long-term advantages.
d) Concerns about the software are unfounded.
e) Workflow efficiency is unrelated to the new software.

57. Read the sentence and choose the correct explanation for the idiom:
"The company’s decision to launch a new product during an economic downturn was a leap of faith."

The idiom "leap of faith" suggests:
a) A calculated and cautious decision.
b) A risky decision based on trust or hope rather than certainty.
c) A decision made with extensive data and evidence.
d) A safe and predictable course of action.
e) A decision that guaranteed immediate success.

58. Choose the correct preposition to fill in the blank:
"The organization is focused ______ achieving sustainable growth in the coming years."
a) to
b) in
c) for
d) about
e) on

59. Read the sentence and identify the grammatical issue:
"The team members, along with their manager, was present at the meeting to discuss the project."
a) "The team members" conflicts with the verb "was."
b) "Along with their manager" is incorrectly placed.
c) "Present at the meeting" is redundant.
d) "Discuss the project" is grammatically incorrect.
e) There is no grammatical issue in the sentence.

60. Analyze the scenario and choose the correct alternative:
"Despite facing budget cuts, the department managed to complete its objectives by reallocating resources strategically."

What does the scenario highlight about the department?
a) Budget cuts prevented the department from meeting its goals.
b) Strategic resource management enabled the department to succeed.
c) The department abandoned some objectives due to budget constraints.
d) Objectives were not prioritized during resource reallocation.
e) The budget cuts had no impact on the department’s performance.

Gabarito das Questões 01 a 60:
1-B, 2-D, 3-B, 4-B, 5-B, 6-C, 7-B, 8-C, 9-B, 10-D, 11-B, 12-B, 13-C, 14-A, 15-E, 16-B, 17-B, 18-B, 19-B, 20-C, 21-C, 22-B, 23-B, 24-B, 25-B, 26-C, 27-C, 28-B, 29-C, 30-B, 31-B, 32-C, 33-B, 34-C, 35-B, 36-B, 37-B, 38-D, 39-C, 40-C, 41-D, 42-B, 43-B, 44-A, 45-B, 46-B, 47-B, 48-C, 49-D, 50-D, 51-C, 52-C, 53-C, 54-B, 55-A, 56-C, 57-B, 58-E, 59-A, 60-B.

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