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Pergunta 1

Mark the alternative that presents only examples of the Genitive Case.
a.
(1) Mary’s brother started to study abroad; (2) Frank’s traveled to Boston on business; (3) Jane and Bob’s car was stolen last night in front of their house.
b.
(1) Mary’s writing a new letter to her parents; (2) Peter’s coming tonight; (3) She’s beautiful.
c.
(1) He’s bought a new apartment downtown; (2) My father’s car is at the mechanic; (3) Susan’s development in algebra is fantastic.
d.
(1) My boss’s car is parked over there; (2) Her sister’s boyfriend is from Mexico; (3) Today’s class is starting right now.
e.
(1) Mary’s children don’t study Spanish; (2) My brother’s new winter clothes are kept in the closet; (3) Bob’s just thrown the documents away.

Pergunta 2

Mark the alternative that does not present an example of the Genitive Case.
a.
The global economy is the single biggest factor in driving international trade. More than at any time in history, the U.S. economic outlook and growth is linked directly to China’s economic performance and, especially in the current environment, the economy in Europe. Among the key economic indicators critical in determining the course of international trade are retail sales, housing reports, employment reports, consumer sentiment and manufacturing.
Disponível em: http://www.joc.com/economy-watch?gclid=CL3FzNzy8MACFbTm7AodkQIAmg. Acesso em:
b.
The Obama administration’s new cyber-security framework could become the new standard in guarding personal and corporate information.
Disponível em: http://www.joc.com/economy-watch?gclid=CL3FzNzy8MACFbTm7AodkQIAmg. Acesso em:
c.
China’s factory output and total new orders in July rose to their highest levels since March last year, improving the operating conditions of mainland manufacturers and supporting carrier predictions of third quarter container volume increases in the seasonal build up to Christmas.
Disponível em: http://www.joc.com/economy-watch?gclid=CL3FzNzy8MACFbTm7AodkQIAmg. Acesso em:
d.
India’s merchandise exports in August rose 2.35 percent year-over-year to $26.95 billion, the lowest growth rate in five months. Disponível em: http://www.joc.com/economy-watch?gclid=CL3FzNzy8MACFbTm7AodkQIAmg. Acesso em:
e.
Tomorrow’s a mystery.

Pergunta 3

Which sentence is not an example of the Genitive Case? Mark the right alternative:
a.
Their father’s shoes are under the chair.
b.
For God’s sake! Stop shouting!
c.
He’s bringing good news.
d.
Mary’s hat and scarf are on the hanger.
e.
David’s graduation is going to take place next December.

Pergunta 4

Read the sentences and mark the alternative that presents only examples of the Genitive Case. I. Mary’s coming to have dinner with us. II. Helen’s traveled to Paris. III. Most of Shakespeare’s sonnets speak about love and physical beauty. IV. Today’s class is about the Genitive Case in English. V. Bob’s happy and satisfied with his new job. Mark the right alternative:
a.
Only I, II and V are correct.
b.
Only II, III and IV are correct.
c.
Only III and IV are correct.
d.
Only II, IV and V are correct.
e.
Only I and V are correct.