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.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
The term ‘personal development’ is often connected (1)_______ activities like
dieting or
exercise, or perhaps learning a (2)________. But while these things are
undoubtedly
important, there are many other worthwhile skills (3)_______. Academic or
cognitive skills
such as critical thinking, memorisation and creativity are important, as are
social and
emotional skills like friendliness, positive thinking and self-esteem. Other
skills not to be
neglected include self-control, (4)_______time and finding a (5)________ life.
The important thing is to take a ‘holistic approach’ to personal development,
meaning you
should aim (6)_________ yourself as a whole person rather than focusing on
one aspect of
yourself at the expense of the others.
(Adapted from C21 Smart)
Question 1:
A. with B. for C. on D. in
Question 2:
A. new computer program B. new program computer
C. computer new program D. program new computer
Question 3:
A. are overlooked B. which overlook C. overlooking D. overlooked
Question 4:
A. exchanging B. managing C. encouraging D. avoiding
Question 5:
A. satisfyingly B. satisfy C. satisfied D. satisfying
Question 6:
A. develop B. to developing C. developing D. to develop
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
7 to 12.
TEENAGE STRESS – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Stress is something that everybody feels at times – adults, teenagers, and
kids. There is good
stress, stress that helps you to react in a difficult situation. More often stress
is a (7)________
feeling, a feeling that stops you being happy or relaxed. But it’s always
important to
that stress is just a normal part of life.People react to stress in different
ways. Some
people are sad and others feel angry. Some people have difficulties with
sleeping.
(8)________ change their attitude to food because of stress. Stress can also
make it difficult
for some people to (9)_________. There are many different things that can
stress teenagers.
Sometimes it can be just the (10)_________ things that happen every day.
(11)_________,
homework or exams can cause stress. Or maybe you have a pet and your
pet is sick. Problems
with friends or parents or other family members are another possible cause.
Perhaps they
want you to do something but you don’t want to do it, for example. The good
news is that
stress is completely normal and it’s not permanent. And there are lots of
things you can do to
(12)_________ stress.
(Adapted from Move on)

Question 7: A.
positive
effective
Question 8: A. Other
others
Question 9: A.
imagine
concentrate B. relative C. negative D.
Question 10: A.
regular
Question 11: A. In
short
Question 12: A. deal
with
over
B. Others C. Another D. The
B. introduce C. recognize D.
 B. ordinary C. common D. typical
B. For example C. In particular D. Such as
B. put off C. make up D. take
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet 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. Mai: Thanks, Lan! I’ve been taking some yoga classes
recently.
b. Lan: That’s great! Yoga sounds interesting.
c. Lan: Hello, Mai! It’s been a while. You look amazing!
(Adapted from Global Success)
A. c – a – b B. b – c – a C. a – b – c D. a – c – b
Question 14: a. Anna: I’m planning to visit Spain next year.
b. Tom: Why are you learning Spanish?
c. Tom: Oh, that’s exciting! How are your lessons going so far?
d. Anna: They’re going well. I’m learning a lot about Spanish culture too.
e. Tom: That sounds fascinating!
(Adapted from i-Learn Smart World)
A. a – c – e – b – d B. a – b – c – e – d C. b – a – c – d – e D. d – e – a – b – c
Question 15: Hi Lisa,
a. Thanks for inviting me to your birthday party. It was so much fun!
b. I really enjoyed meeting your friends and spending time with everyone.
c. Also, the decorations and food were amazing! Did you make the cake
yourself?
d. I'm looking forward to our next gathering. Let me know when you’re free.
e. Hope you had as much fun as I did!
Best,
Mia
(Adapted from THiNK)

A. a – c – b – e –
C. d – e – a – b D. e – c – b –
d B. a – b – c – e – d
–c d–a
Question 16:
a. Arnel didn’t make much money this way, but he never gave up on his
passion.
b. In 1982, at the age of fifteen, he joined a local band as a lead singer,
singing pop songs by
famous bands.
c. He has been passionate about singing since he was five years old and has
achieved great
success as a professional singer.
d. Arnel Pineda was born in Sampaloc, Manila, the Philippines in 1967, and he
is an inspiring
person.
e. Arnel’s success shows that anyone can achieve their dreams if they try
hard enough.
(Adapted from Bright)

A. d – c – b – a – e C. b – c – d – a D. c –
B. a – b – c – d – e
d–b–e –e a–
Question 17:
a. The population of New Orleans had some fluctuation between 1950 and
2010. It had a
slight growth between 1950 and 1970.
b. During this time, Atlanta had the most significant change in population.
The population of
Atlanta in 1950 was around 500 thousand, and it rose significantly to 2.2
million by 1990.
c. Similarly, Charlotte's population went up over the 60-year period. It grew
steadily from
100 thousand to 500 thousand between 1950 and 1990.
d. The chart shows how the populations of three major cities in the USA
changed from 1950
to 2010. These cities are Atlanta, Charlotte, and New Orleans.
e. In general, the population in each city increased over the 60-year period.
(Adapted from
i-Learn Smart World)
A. d – b – c – e – a B. d – c – a – b – e C. d – a – e – b – c D. d – e – b – c – a
Read the following passage about humanoid robots 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.
Technology can exert its power on almost every aspect of our lives, and
personal
relationships are no exception. We are now becoming more attached to
technological devices
and less connected to the people around us or even our loved ones
(18)_________.
We work longer hours on computers, meet fewer friends, text more often,
and watch more
videos than have a true conversation with friends or family members.
Relationships at home
and at work (19)_______. Social media links us all together, but we mistake
them for a
perfect replacement for relationships. It is time we realised that the power of
connections is
built from our own efforts. Choosing to stay technologically connected,
(20_________,
listening, understanding, and sharing feelings. (21)_________.
It is not difficult to balance between connections through technology and
those through
real interactions. (22)_________. We should spend more time visiting our
parents and
siblings, besides keeping in touch with them on social media. We should
learn to cherish the
moments we spend with them. It is never too late to strengthen the bonds
with school friends
and teachers.
(Adapted
from Friends Global)
Question 18:
A. whose presence we sometimes overlook in favor of online connections
B. influence our lives due to a lack of online connections
C. are distant from us and require digital connections
D. of which presence with our oversight in preference to online connections
Question 19:
A. are enhanced by technology
B. of which technology is enhanced
C. that have technology enhance
D. having been enhanced by technology
Question 20:
A. a considerable amount of time doing activities together has to be spent
B. doing activities together is very essential for us
C. we have to spend a considerable amount of time doing activities together
D. spending a considerable amount of time doing activities together
Question 21:
A. This helps strengthen our mind and body, keeping us away from isolation
and loneliness
B. Strengthening our mind and body, isolation and loneliness keep us from
feeling connected
C. We strengthen our mind and body so that they keep us away from
isolation and loneliness
D. Without strengthening our mind and body, we can not keep away from
isolation and
loneliness
Question 22:
A. Improved the bonds, we can start nurturing the relationships within our
family
B. We can start by nurturing the relationships within our family
C. Our family can start nurturing the relationships
D. People in our family can nurture the relationships
Read the following passage about coffee 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.
Around the world, coffee is grown by about 25 million farmworkers on about
27 million
acres of land. That’s more than seven percent of Earth’s surface! Just in
Brazil, the world’s
largest coffee grower, almost 6.2 billion pounds of coffee are grown each
year. In Việt Nam,
coffee exports reached approximately 1.78 million tonnes in 2022 alone.
Every year, people
drink more than 500 billion cups. Businesses in the United States spend
about $5.5 billion to
bring coffee into the country, and make more than $12 billion by selling it.
Coffee is big
business.
Unfortunately, climate change could be a big threat to this business and the
people who
depend on it. To grow good coffee, the weather must be just right. If it
is too hot or too
cold, or if there is too much or too little rain, the plants might die or the
coffee beans might be
of poor quality. Climate change is making the world hotter and changing
where and how
much rain falls. Many regions that have perfect weather for growing coffee
now will not be
good places to grow coffee in the future. In Brazil, for example, more than
half of good
coffee land will not be usable by the year 2050.
Even worse, an insect called the coffee berry borer beetle, which likes to eat
coffee beans,
also loves hotter weather. This means that as the climate changes, there will
be more of these
insects living in more places and more coffee plants will be attacked. In
addition, diseases
such as coffee rust (a disease that causes the tree to lose its ability to
produce berries/beans)
become more common when the weather is hotter and wetter.
Coffee is the favorite drink of people all over the world. Unless humans work
together to
stopclimate change and protect coffee, it could become part of our history,
not our future.
(Adapted from Explore New Worlds)
Question 23: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor affecting
coffee growth?
A. Temperature B. Soil quality C. Rainfall amount D. Insect presence
Question 24: The word threat in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning
to________.
A. protection B. danger C. risk D. hazard
Question 25: The word it in paragraph 1 refers to________.
A. threat B. coffee C. the United States D. country
Question 26: The word usable in paragraph 2 could best be replaced
by________.
A. valuable B. affordable C. suitable D. comfortable
Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined
sentence in paragraph
2?
A. Coffee grows well only when weather conditions are ideal.
B. Coffee can thrive in almost any weather condition.
C. The quality of coffee depends on where it is grown.
D. Coffee beans grow best in moderate temperatures.
Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. In the future, only regions with perfect weather conditions will be suitable
for growing
coffee.
B. Vietnam exported approximately 6.2 billion pounds of coffee in 2022.
C. The United States imports coffee and makes a larger profit from selling it.
D. Diseases that harm coffee plants are becoming less common due to
climate change.
Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer mention a present causal
relationship?
A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4
Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer explore the impact of
climate change on
insect populations?
A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4
Read the following passage about powering 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.
As we continue to face the impacts of climate change, having a green
environment has
become increasingly important to the future of our society. To achieve this,
the world is
shifting towards green energy, and two particular types of energy at the
centre of this
movement are solar power and wind power.
[I] Solar power is all about harnessing the energy of the sun by using solar
panels to
convert sunlight into usable electricity. [II]. Moreover, solar panels are
perfect for installation
on a small scale, such as in private homes, since they require very little
maintenance and
have a long lifespan. [III] However, the ability to generate solar power
depends on the time
of day and weather conditions. This means that solar panels are often less
useful if they are
installed in places where sunny weather is not typical. [IV]
Wind power, on the other hand, involves converting the energy of the wind
into electricity
using large turbines. Wind power doesn’t produce any greenhouse
gases, but it is not
ideal for private use since turbines require consistent care. However,
wind farms can be
installed on a large scale and are able to produce electricity continuously
regardless of the
time of day. This means that if there were more investments in wind power,
it could be a
viable way to provide energy for major cities and even for whole regions.
Wind and solar power contribute significantly to a green environment by
reducing our
reliance on fossil fuels, helping us cut down on pollution and slow climate
change.
Additionally, using renewable energy sources helps promote spending on
sustainable
development by creating new career opportunities in the green energy
sector.
For now, the biggest challenge of adopting green energy is the costs
associated with
installation and infrastructure, but the benefits unquestionably outweigh the
downsides. If we
want to stop the climate crisis and create a better and more sustainable
future, green energy
sources will undoubtedly be the key.
(Adapted from Bright)
Question 31: Where in paragraph 2 does the following sentence best fit?
This highly efficient form of energy produces zero emissions, so it
can significant
reduce our carbon footprint
A. [I] B. [II] C. [III] D. [IV]
Question 32: The phrase shift towards in paragraph 1 could best be
replaced by ______.
A. suffer from B. depend on C. move away from D. turn to
Question 33: The word they in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. weather conditions B. solar panels
C. private homes D. emissions
Question 34: According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT an
advantage of solar
power?
A. It produces zero emissions. B. It has a long lifespan.
C. It is effective regardless of weather conditions. D. It requires little
maintenance.
Question 35: Which of the following best summarises paragraph 3?
A. Wind power is an ideal energy source for both private homes and large
cities.
B. Wind power can continuously produce energy on a large scale.
C. Wind power generates energy without any need for infrastructure.
D. Wind power depends heavily on time and weather conditions.
Question 36: The word viable in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to
______.
A. practical
B. ideal C. unfeasible D.
delectable
Question 37: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Solar panels are more effective in areas with frequent cloudy weather.
B. Wind power is ideal for private households due to easy maintenance.
C. Both wind and solar power help reduce pollution and combat climate
change.
D. Green energy sources are currently more cost-effective than fossil fuels.
Question 38: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined
sentence in paragraph
3?
A. Wind power is environmentally friendly and convenient for households.
B. Wind power is sustainable but not suitable for private homes due to
maintenance
needs.
C. Wind turbines are easy to maintain and therefore ideal for private use.
D. Wind power requires high maintenance and generates greenhouse gases.
Question 39: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. The use of fossil fuels is likely to increase due to the challenges of green
energy.
B. Wind power is expected to become the main energy source for private
homes in the
future.
C. Expanding renewable energy can create more jobs in the green energy
sector.
D. Solar panels are only effective in large-scale industrial settings.
Question 40: Which of the following best summarises the passage?
A. Green energy sources like solar and wind power are essential for
sustainable
development and addressing climate change, despite some challenges in
implementation.
B. Despite their potential, solar and wind power are not reliable enough and
may not
be widely adopted in the future due to limitations.
C. Wind power is a more suitable option for private use, while solar power
can
effectively support energy needs in large cities and urban areas.
D. The high cost associated with green energy sources makes them an
impractical
solution for addressing the ongoing climate crisis.