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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17. Question 13. a. Minh: I have! Last week, I ordered a new pair of headphones. They arrived in just two days! b. Lan: Have you tried online shopping recently? It's so convenient these days. c. Minh: Better, actually. The reviews on that website really helped me pick the right one. d. Lan: That’s great to hear. I might try ordering something small first to see how it goes. e. Lan: Was the quality as good as expected? A. e – c – d – a – b B. b – c – e – a – d C. b – a – e – c – d D. e – a – d – c – b Question 14. a. Every evening, we enjoyed fresh seafood at a cosy restaurant that overlooked the sunset. b. That holiday will always hold a special place in my heart. c. The sandy beaches were breathtaking, and the water was so clear that we could see schools of fish swimming near the shore. d. One day, we even went kayaking through hidden caves, which was both thrilling and unforgettable. e. I visited a small coastal town with my family during my summer break, and it turned out to be one of the best trips I’ve ever had. A. d – c – a – e – b B. a – d – e – c – b C. c – e – a – d – b D. e – c – a – d – b Question 15. Hi Minh, a. I’ve learned some useful tips for saving electricity online, and I think you may find them helpful too. b. These small changes not only reduce our bills but also help protect the environment. c. Let’s both try to follow these habits and see how much energy we can save! d. Turning off lights when leaving a room and unplugging unused devices can make a big difference. e. Another great idea is to use energy-efficient appliances, which save money in the long run. Take care, Lan A. d – b – c – e – a B. a – d – e – b – c C. c – e – d – a – b D. e – a – b – c – d Question 16. a. Nam: I had a big argument with my sister yesterday. She borrowed my laptop without asking. b. Nam: We sorted it out. She apologised, and I realized I overreacted a bit. c. Hieu: Did you talk to her about it afterward? A. a – b – c B. b – c – a C. c – b – a D. a – c – b Question 17. a. Many elders, who are the keepers of these tales, have passed on without teaching the younger generation. b. In the past, these stories were told during festivals, bringing families and neighbours together. c. Without immediate efforts to preserve it, such as recording the stories or hosting workshops, this cherished part of our culture may soon disappear. d. The art of traditional storytelling in our village is at risk of fading away. e. Now, with modern entertainment taking over, fewer people value this unique tradition. A. d – c – e – b – a B. d – a – b – e – c C. d – b – c – a – e D. d – e – a – c – b
Read the following passage about recycling and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22. Recycling is an innovative way to reduce waste and promote sustainability. Discarded materials, such as wood, metal, and fabric, are often repurposed into functional objects, giving them a second life instead of ending up in landfills. Items that are no longer needed, collected from households and businesses, (18) . One inspiring example is the process of turning old wooden pallets into furniture, designed to fit modern spaces. By carefully sanding and painting the wood, (19) . Similarly, worn-out clothes can be converted into reusable shopping bags, a step toward reducing single-use plastics, which significantly harm the environment. Motivated by creativity and the desire to protect the planet, many people have embraced DIY recycling projects. (20) , creating a ripple effect in communities to adopt sustainable practice. Recycled by skilled artisans, (21) . Recycling old items demonstrates how waste can be reimagined as a resource, (22) . This practice is an essential part of building a greener future and showing that even the smallest changes can make a big difference. Question 18. A. which can be crafted into unique and functional items B. can be transformed into unique, practical creations C. whose potential to turn into special and practical items D. having been shaped into special and functional creations Question 19. A. stylish tables or shelves can be created without saving resources and reducing costs B. individuals can save resources and reduce costs so that stylish tables or shelves are crafted C. the creation of stylish tables or shelves helps save resources and reduce costs D. individuals can craft stylish tables or shelves, saving resources and reducing costs Question 20. A. These efforts not only produce useful items but also encourage a sense of accomplishment B. Encouraging a sense of fulfilment, useful items have been produced thanks to these efforts C. Intending to produce useful times, these efforts encourage a sense of accomplishment D. Useful items help to encourage a sense of fulfilment even though the efforts are limited Question 21. A. many markets gradually accept these products B. it is challenging to compete with other products C. some products even find their way into markets D. they try to sell these products at local markets Question 22. A. brought many benefits to humans and the environment B. which benefits both individuals and the environment C. whose long-term benefits for humans and the environment D. is beneficial to both individuals and the environment
Read the following passage about weddings across cultures and mark the letter A, B, C, or to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 23 to 30. Weddings have always been important moments for families and societies. Not surprisingly, they involve celebrations and rituals. Apart from the religious celebrations, there are many interesting elements in Southeast Asian countries' wedding rituals. In Vietnam, a bridal shower is usually held the night before the wedding ceremony. In this event, gifts are presented after older women in the family give the bride some tips on how to behave well toward her husband's family. The most common gifts are gold pieces and gold jewellery. These are considered the bride's dowry and also a way to help the couple to partly cover the expenses of starting their own family. Meanwhile, in Thailand, it is not gold but water that plays a central role in Thai wedding rituals. While the bride and the groom sit next to each other and are joined by a headdress made from a single white thread, their most honoured guests will use a blessed conch shell to pour water on their hands. The water is also blessed from a ceremony that was held earlier. This ritual is believed to bring good luck to the couple. Among the Hindus in Singapore, however, good luck is brought about by henna. A natural dye made from the henna plant, henna has been used for centuries as a form of body art. Before the wedding ceremony, the bride has henna patterns applied to her palms, her hands, and her feet. People believe that the deeper its colour is, the happier the couple's marriage will be. (Adapted from Explore New World) Question 23. The word they in paragraph 1 refers to . A. moments B. weddings C. celebrations D. rituals Question 24. The word expenses in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to . A. costs B. threats C. hardships D. incomes Question 25. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3? Meanwhile, in Thailand, it is not gold but water that plays a central role in Thai wedding rituals. A. Water, rather than gold, is the central element of wedding traditions in Thailand. B. Gold is more significant than water in traditional Thai wedding rituals. C. Thai wedding traditions prioritise gold over any other element, including water. D. Both gold and water hold equal importance in Thai wedding ceremonies. Question 26. The word honoured in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to . A. unrespectful B. dishonest C. disloyal D. unimportant Question 27. Which is NOT ONE of the elements in wedding rituals according to the passage? A. henna B. shower C. gold jewellery D. headdress Question 28. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A. Both gold jewelry and blessed water play important roles in Thai wedding rituals. B. Weddings around the world contain different elements but the same religious celebrations. C. Among the Hindus in Singapore, henna is applied to the bride's whole body for good luck. D. In Vietnam, presents given at the bridal shower will support the bride's new family. Question 29. In which paragraph does the writer mention a party before the wedding? A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4 Question 30. In which paragraph does the writer explore the cultural significance of a dye? A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4