Question 4. A. spreading B. to spread C. being spread D. to be spread

Question 2.
A. conflict
B. dispute
C. bruise
D. brunt

Question 3.
A. damage
B. damaging
C. damaged
D. damages

Question 5.
A. Affected
B. Affecting
C. To affect
D. To be affected

Question 6.
A. however
B. moreover
C. therefore
D. yet

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.

CITIES OF THE FUTURE: BUILDING TOMORROW S URBAN LANDSCAPE

Define the Vision

(7) ____________ sustainable cities, it is essential to establish clear urban goals. From reducing carbon footprints to increasing connectivity, setting these (8) ____________ will steer urban development and ensure that our cities are ready to meet future demands.

Design infrastructure

A (9) ____________ city must incorporate advanced infrastructure that promotes both resilience and adaptability. Smart energy grids, green buildings, and sustainable transportation are essential to creating an urban environment that (10) ____________ as one of the most charming among global cities.

Connect Communities and Technology

By connecting communities with (11) ____________ innovative technologies such as digital platforms, data analytics, and loT, we can create an inclusive urban ecosystem giving everyone a(n) (12) ____________ in accessing services, amenities, and opportunities.

                                                                                                                                       (Adapted from bbc.com)

Question 7.
A. Regardless of
B. On account of
C. For the sake of
D. In spite of

Question 8.
A. essentials
B. basics
C. commercials
D. objectives

Question 9.
A. historic
B. weird
C. futuristic
D. local

Question 10.
A. gets off
B. stands out
C. breaks out of
D. brings up

Question 11.
A. some
B. another
C. little
D. the others

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 1 to 6.

        A (1) ____________ has swept through northern Vietnam this week, sending temperatures tumbling across many provinces. Mountainous areas were the first to feel the full (2) ____________ of the cold air, with readings dropping to around 9 °C. In contrast, lowland regions recorded milder conditions, ranging from 14 °C to 17 °C. The sharp change, intensifying overnight, forced residents to bring out thick blankets and winter clothes.

        Schools and offices reported lower attendance as people stayed indoors to avoid the chill. The sudden drop in temperature caused serious (3) ____________ to agricultural production in the northern provinces.

        The cold air mass, moving southward, is expected (4) ____________ to central provinces in the coming days. (5) ____________ by the severe cold wave, farmers are now rushing to protect crops from frost, as livestock face higher risks of illness. Meteorologists say this is the strongest cold wave so far this season. It will, (6) ____________, likely disrupt daily activities and continue to affect transportation and agriculture until the weekend.

      (Adapted from https://e.vnexpress.net)

Question 1.
A. snap cold powerful
B. powerful cold snap        

C. powerful snap cold
D. cold powerful snap