Question 5. A. boost B. increase C. accelerate D. enhance

Question 2. A. roll out                B. phase out                C. carry out                D. break out

Question 3. A. array                        B. volume                C. quantity                D. portion

Question 4. A. interest                B. interesting                C. interests                D. interested

Question 6. A. recommendation        B. recommended        C. recommending        D. recommend

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 text.

Question 7. a. STEM fellowships funded research internships and tuition waivers, prioritising first-generation and rural applicants facing barriers.

B. Yet equitable access requires fair selection, transparent reporting, and alumni mentorship sustaining communities beyond graduation.

C. Meanwhile, need-based grants bundled housing, laptops, and travel, reducing attrition during demanding semesters for many.

D. Application portals simplified requirements; outreach translated guidelines; advising clinics demystified timelines and selection criteria nationwide.

e. Scholarship opportunities expanded for Vietnamese students, spanning domestic aid, bilateral programmes, and institutional bursaries widely.

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

Question 8.  Dear Mr Thompson,

A. Please retain your original purchase receipt and warranty card for verification purposes at our service center.

B. We acknowledge receipt of your warranty claim for the XR-500 laptop submitted on October 20th.

C. Our technician will inspect the device and complete the repair within 10 business days.

D. The warranty coverage remains valid until March 2026, subject to terms and conditions outlined in your manual.

e. For urgent inquiries, contact our support team at warranty@techsolutions.com or call 1800-TECH-247.

Yours sincerely,

TechSolutions Customer Care

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

Question 9.  a. Nicole: I know you’ve been feeling really down lately. Is there anything I can do to help?

B. Ryan: Thanks for caring, Nicole. Just having someone to talk to means a lot to me right now.

C. Nicole: I’m always here for you. Why don’t we go get some coffee and chat properly?

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

Question 10. a. Madison: True, but fast food is convenient when you’re busy.

B. Andrew: Occasionally. It’s quick, but homemade meals are healthier.

C. Madison: Do you eat fast food often?

D. Andrew: Right, cooking at home brings a sense of care and creativity.

e. Madison: I think balance is the key to healthy eating.

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

Question 11. a. After a heated argument, I immediately tried to clear the air with my friend through a heartfelt conversation.

B. Last summer, my best friend and I had a serious misunderstanding about something I allegedly said about her.

C. However, she was still upset and refused to listen to my explanations despite my sincere attempts repeatedly.

D. This painful experience was ultimately valuable and taught me that reconciliation requires patience and genuine understanding from both sides.

e. Rather than forcing the issue, I gave her space and later wrote a thoughtful letter explaining my perspective.

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

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.

iTech Expo 2025 – Vietnam’s Premier Technology Showcase

The iTech Expo 2025, scheduled to take place in Ho Chi Minh City from July 9th to 11th, promises to be a groundbreaking event for technology enthusiasts and industry professionals. With more than 120 exhibition booths (1) ______ cutting-edge innovations in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, Big Data analytics, drone technology, and robotics, this international gathering will provide attendees with unprecedented access to the latest technological advancements.

A dedicated startup zone will allow emerging companies to (2) ______ their revolutionary products and connect with potential investors. The expo will feature an extensive (3) ______ of interactive demonstrations, keynote speeches delivered by tech visionaries, and networking sessions designed to foster collaboration across borders.

This event represents a golden opportunity for businesses, researchers, and tech enthusiasts (4) ______ in exploring future-oriented solutions. Participants will gain valuable insights into market trends and establish meaningful partnerships that could (5) ______ their digital transformation journey. Early registration is highly (6) ______ as spaces are limited.

For registration details, visit https://itechexpo.vn/.

(Adapted from https://en.vietnamplus.vn/)

Question 1. A. at which                B. where                C. showcasing        D. when