Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.

Question 1: A. practical lifelong frameworks        B. lifelong practical frameworks

C.  lifelong frameworks practical        D. practical learning frameworks

Question 2: A. deliver        B. guarantee        C. offer        D. supply

Question 3: A. to        B. on        C. with        D. by

Question 4: A. which builds        B. build        C. building        D. built

Question 5: A. sustainably        B. sustain        C. sustained        D. sustainable

Question 6: A. spread        B. to spread        C. spreading        D. spreaded

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

Question 7: A. other        B. most        C. every        D. some

Question 8: A. number        B. range        C. bunch        D. quantity

Question 9: A. live up to        B. look after        C. catch up with        D. take in

Question 10: A. In contrast to        B. Despite        C. Apart from        D. Due to

Question 11: A. shelter        B. framework        C. reward        D. shortcut

Question 12: A. harmony        B. curiosity        C. patience        D. strain

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a cohesive and coherent exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

Question 13:

A. Ethan: Breathe—check the version history; it saves older copies.

B. Nora: I froze when my presentation slide vanished from the shared folder.

C. Nora: It was there. I’ll label files by date so this doesn’t happen again.

A.  a – c – b        B. b – a – c        C. c – b – a        D. b – c – a

Question 14:

A. Sophie: Are you sure it isn’t the new spending limit from your banking app?

B. Sophie: Use my hotspot, log in, and show the QR code at the kiosk; I’ll cover the rest if it fails.

C. Jacob: I promised to bring gloves for the beach clean-up, but my card keeps getting declined.

D. Jacob: Thanks. That way we won’t waste time, and I can still help carry the bags.

e. Jacob: Maybe. I switched phones yesterday, and the app logged me out.

A.  c – b – e – a – d        B. a – c – e – b – d        C. c – a – e – b – d        D. d – b – c – a – e

Question 15 [*]:

Dear Lily,

A. Ms. Hart told us that the real problem wasn't "lazy students," but rather the hard-to-see signs on the trash cans and the rush everyone was in during short breaks.

B. Yesterday, a few of us stayed after school to look at the recycling area because students kept throwing trash into the wrong hallway bins again and again.

C. When we checked the bins near the vending machine, the labels were already faded and difficult to read, so most students were simply guessing where to put their waste.

D. To fix the problem, we designed brighter stickers, added a short QR guide with simple pictures, and shared the link in our class group chat so everyone could understand it quickly.

e. This morning, the hallway smelled much cleaner and looked less messy, and I felt proud of what we had done—even though I was also a little embarrassed that I had blamed the students too quickly before.

A.  b – c – a – d – e        B. b – a – d – c – e        C. b – d – c – a – e        D. b – a – c – d – e

Question 16:

A. Because I have to stand up to grab the phone, I pause and ask whether the message is worth it, which keeps me calmer.

B. A trick that helps me is setting focus mode and placing my phone across the room while I study.

C. Many of my friends complain that evenings disappear into endless scrolling, even when homework is small.

D. If I need something, I use my laptop for the class shared folder, and I allow only my family calls through.

e. After a week, this routine feels less like a rule and more like choosing my time on purpose.

A.  c – b – d – a – e        B. c – d – b – a – e        C. b – c – d – a – e        D. c – b – a – d – e

Question 17:

A. We also stored photos, costs, and test results in a shared folder, which finally ended our arguments about which file was the most up-to-date.

B. During our science project, we had to design an inexpensive water filter, but it was difficult to work smoothly because our schedules kept clashing due to clubs and part-time jobs.

C. On presentation day, the filter finally produced clear water, and I realized that teamwork is not just about sharing ideas—it is about building trust that can survive pressure and unexpected problems.

D. To stay organized, we agreed to use only one group chat, pinned the task list, and sent short voice messages whenever something needed clarification.

e. When Hana got sick two days before the deadline, the rest of us quickly divided her tasks and added a simple checklist to make sure nothing important was missed.

A.  a – d – b – e – c        B. d – b – a – e – c        C. b – d – a – e – c        D. e – d – b – a – c

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.

Question 18:

A.  the carriage of its own unique identity by every culture in the world is shown

B.  every culture in the world carries its own unique identity

C.  where identity is shaped by the geographical location of a country

D.  having carried its own unique identity, every culture in the world is unique

Question 19:

A.  Modern art and contemporary music have become popular forms of entertainment for today's young people.

B.  Traditional history books are often considered the only reliable source for students to learn about the past.

C.  A traditional folk song passed down through generations carries stories that no history book can fully capture

D.  Language differences are usually regarded as the most difficult barrier for any successful cultural exchange.

Question 20:

A.  the guidance of centuries-old stories for their communities and where they come from

B.  where they come from and how stories guided their communities for centuries are reminded

C.  which communities are guided by centuries-old stories and where do they come from

D.  of where they come from and the stories that have guided their communities for centuries

Question 21:

A.  Globalization has brought people closer together, but it has also allowed certain dominant cultures to overshadow smaller ones

B.  Certain dominant cultures overshadowing smaller ones has brought globalization closer together for people in this rapidly changing world

C.  Globalization, having allowed certain dominant cultures to overshadow smaller ones, is bringing people together

D.  Assuming that certain dominant cultures overshadow smaller ones, globalization brings people closer together by preserving their unique native traditions

Question 22:

A.  everyone at both the national and local levels is shared by a responsibility

B.  sharing a responsibility by everyone at both the national and local levels essentially

C.  is a responsibility shared by everyone at both the national and local levels

D.  as a responsibility shared by everyone at both the national and local levels is essential

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30.

Question 23: The word “accrue” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to __________.

A.  assess        B. amass        C. display        D. exchange

Question 24: The word “unflappable” in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.

A.  visibly nervous        B. deeply insecure        C. openly hostile        D. highly sensitive

Question 25:  Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a behavioral modification resulting from the hyper-vigilance surrounding one’s “aura”?

A.  The suppression of spontaneity        B. The adoption of curated stoicism

C.  The homogenization of personality        D. The manifestation of decision fatigue

Question 26: The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to __________.

A.  demographics        B. behaviors        C. young people        D. anxiety

Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A.  Brief affirmation is won by collecting such rewards, a state which consequently restricts one’s inner growth.

B.  While amassing such credit grants momentary approval, it yields scarce nourishment for one’s true inner identity.

C.  Despite offering short-lived reassurance, gathering this approval supplies minimal autonomy for the inner soul.

D.  The result of piling up such merit is a false sense of worth that offers minimal fuel for one’s personal development.

Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A.  The assignment of specific numerical values to behavioral traits is performed by the platform’s automated engagement metrics.

B.  The suppression of impulsive behavior classifies the younger demographic as a group that adheres to traditional stoic philosophy.

C.  The deliberate orchestration of social scenarios acts as a training method to improve an individual’s actual interpersonal skills.

D.  Exhibiting a composed demeanor during stressful incidents functions as a calculated tactic designed for an unseen spectatorship.

Question 29: Which paragraph mentions that a bodily error results in an instant drop in social standing?

A.  Paragraph 1        B. Paragraph 3        C. Paragraph 2        D. Paragraph 4

Question 30: Which paragraph mentions adopting a safe and uniform character to prevent public embarrassment?

A.  Paragraph 1        B. Paragraph 3        C. Paragraph 2        D. Paragraph 4

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.

Question 31: Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit?

The same surge also concentrates power.

A.  [I]         B. [II]         C. [III]         D. [IV]

Question 32: The word “recalibration” in the passage is opposite in meaning to __________.

A.  certainty        B. reliability        C. stability        D. routine

Question 33: The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to __________.

A.  the headline        B. a single hero        C. a cluster        D. a name

Question 34: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a place where AI chatbots can “sit inside”?
A. search        B. work        C. school        D. investment banking

Question 35: Which of the following best summarizes the main content of the second paragraph?

A.  The transition to AI in the workplace is largely superficial, as most employees still prefer manual methods for high-stakes decision-making and planning.

B.  While AI integration appears subtle, it fundamentally redefines productivity standards and blurs the line between new technology and essential infrastructure.

C.  Public figures and news agencies have reached a consensus that AI is now primarily used for routine tasks rather than complex problem-solving.

D.  The year 2025 marked the end of the novelty phase for AI, leading to a significant decrease in the human effort required for office administration.

Question 36: The phrase "roared into view" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________.

A.  faded from attention                        B. returned to fashion        

C.  became suddenly obvious        D. grew steadily quieter

Question 37: According to the third paragraph, what is a consequence of the current "escalation" in the AI field?

A.  The broader public has gained more control over how platforms manage data centers and chip production.

B.  There is an increasing disparity between those creating the technology and those forced to adjust to it.

C.  Regulatory debates have successfully bridged the gap between model access and the energy demands of firms.

D.  Investment races have shifted the focus from platform stacks to the reduction of misinformation risks globally.

Question 38: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A.  The future of AI will be defined by scientific breakthroughs and public amazement rather than the regulatory efforts of various global governments.

B.  AI will likely result in unmanaged disruption unless scientists can find a way to make the technology more impressive to the general public.

C.  The ultimate impact of AI rests on administrative oversight and societal understanding rather than simply being fascinated by the technology itself.

D.  If incentives are not immediately aligned with public interest, the legacy of AI will be entirely focused on discovery instead of social disruption.

Question 39: Which of the following can most likely be inferred from the passage?

A.  TIME magazine’s choice of "The Architects of AI" was intended to celebrate a single inventor who revolutionized code assistants.

B.  True power in the AI era is held by those who control the underlying physical and technical foundations of the models.

C.  The transition of AI from labs to daily life has completely eliminated the risks associated with misinformation in schools.

D.  The baseline for "good enough" in office work has risen so high that routine tasks have been entirely removed from job descriptions.

Question 40: Which of the following best summarizes the passage?

A.  The evolution of AI from laboratory experiments to daily life has primarily benefited the broader public by simplifying all routine office tasks and planning.

B.  TIME’s Person of the Year selection highlights the individual heroes who have successfully managed to balance energy demand with innovative AI deployment.

C.  AI has evolved into a pervasive infrastructure that shifts power to developers and requires proactive societal management to ensure a beneficial future.

D.  The architectural label given to AI researchers suggests that the technology is now a fixed backdrop that no longer requires scrutiny or regulatory debate.