O QUE É O ENEM? COMO SÃO AS PROVAS? O QUE ESTUDAR? | Explicando do Zero

Summary

The video provides a detailed breakdown of the ENEM (Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio) exam, explaining its structure, key areas of focus, and the steps involved before, during, and after the exam. It outlines the two-day format: the first day covers language, human sciences, and an essay, while the second day focuses on mathematics and natural sciences. It also highlights the importance of time management, understanding the exam’s weighted scoring system, and using the results for university applications through programs like Sisu and ProUni. Viewers are encouraged to prepare effectively for the exam with tips and practice tests.

Takeaways

• 😀 The ENEM (Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio) is a nationwide exam in Brazil, primarily for assessing the performance of high school graduates.
• 😀 Since 2004, ENEM has been used as a means of entry into higher education institutions across Brazil.
• 😀 The ENEM is conducted over two consecutive Sundays, with each day covering different subject areas.
• 😀 The first Sunday focuses on Language, Codes & Technologies and Humanities & Social Sciences, including the much-feared essay.
• 😀 The second Sunday focuses on Mathematics & Technology and Natural Sciences, including subjects like Biology, Physics, and Chemistry.
• 😀 The ENEM includes multiple-choice questions with five answer options (A, B, C, D, E), and a writing section.
• 😀 For the first day of the exam, candidates are given 5 hours and 30 minutes to complete all questions and the essay.
• 😀 On the second day, candidates have 5 hours to complete the exam, as there is no essay on this day.
• 😀 The exam is done without the use of watches, cellphones, or any personal timing devices; time is monitored by proctors.
• 😀 Candidates can apply for fee exemptions for the exam if they meet certain eligibility criteria, making the exam more accessible.
• 😀 After taking the exam, candidates can check their performance through their 'Boletim de Desempenho', which includes scores across all areas, and use it to apply for programs like Sisu and ProUni for university admission.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the ENEM exam?

The main purpose of the ENEM (Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio) is to assess the performance of individuals who have completed high school. Since 2004, it has also been used for entrance into various higher education institutions.

How is the ENEM exam structured in terms of timing and format?

The ENEM exam is conducted over two consecutive Sundays. On the first Sunday, candidates take tests in Language, Codes and Technologies, and Humanities, along with the essay. On the second Sunday, they take tests in Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The exam includes multiple-choice questions, with 45 questions in each area of knowledge on the first day and 35 for Mathematics and 45 for Natural Sciences on the second day.

What types of questions are included in the ENEM exam?

The questions in the ENEM exam are divided into two areas of knowledge per day. On the first Sunday, questions cover Language, Codes, and Technologies (literature, Portuguese, foreign language, arts, physical education, and information technology) and Humanities (history, geography, philosophy, and sociology). On the second Sunday, the focus is on Mathematics and Natural Sciences (biology, physics, and chemistry).

Can candidates choose which foreign language they will be tested on?

Yes, candidates can choose between English and Spanish as their foreign language for the exam. They will only be tested on the language they selected, so they can ignore the other language's questions.

What happens if a candidate does not have the money to pay the registration fee?

If a candidate cannot afford the registration fee, they can apply for an exemption. The ENEM provides this option to help ensure that financial constraints do not prevent anyone from participating in the exam.

What is the total number of questions in the ENEM exam?

The ENEM exam consists of 180 questions in total: 45 questions in each of the first two areas of knowledge on the first day, and 35 questions for Mathematics and 45 for Natural Sciences on the second day.

What is the duration of the first and second days of the ENEM exam?

On the first Sunday, candidates are given 5.5 hours to complete the exam, including the essay. On the second Sunday, they have 5 hours to complete the exam.

Can candidates use any electronic devices during the ENEM exam?

No, candidates are not allowed to use any electronic devices, including phones, watches, or timers. They are monitored by exam staff, and the time limit is displayed on boards as the exam progresses.

How are ENEM exam results used after the exam?

After the exam, candidates can access their performance report, which includes scores for each area of knowledge. These results can be used to apply for public universities through the Sisu (Sistema de Seleção Unificada) and for scholarships at private institutions through ProUni (Programa Universidade para Todos).

What is the TR (Transferência de Resposta) system in the ENEM exam?

The TR system is used to assign different weights to the answers in each area of knowledge based on their difficulty and importance. This means that some questions will contribute more to the final score than others.