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Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.
Super Typhoon Milton and its Destruction
Super Typhoon Milton struck the eastern coastline last weekend, causing widespread
devastation. Many residents described it as the most (1) _________ experience they had ever
faced. The combination of (2) _________ and relentless rain left the town completely paralyzed.
The typhoon, (3) _________ the coast at around 3 PM, brought winds exceeding 180 km/h. This
resulted in massive flooding and left thousands (4) _________ need of emergency assistance.
The authorities worked hard to (5) _________ a difference, but the sheer scale of the disaster
made recovery efforts slow. Now, the community is slowly rebuilding their homes, hoping
_________ (6) what was lost.
1: A. terrifying B. terrified C. terrifies D. terrify
2: A. strong stormy winds B. winds strong stormy
C. stormy strong winds D. stormy winds strong
3: A. which hit B. hitting C. that hits D. hit
4: A. in B. at C. on D. with
5: A. make B. take C. do D. have
6: A. to be restored B. restoring C. to restore D. being restored
Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.
Students born in 2007 have just received the university entrance mock exam issued by the
Ministry of Education. The exam, which is reportedly shorter and more difficult than previous
years, has left many (7) _________ feeling anxious. The questions are mainly focused on reading
comprehension and vocabulary, requiring students to (8) _________ complex words and phrases.
Teachers have acknowledged that this is a (9) _________ exam, but they believe it has the
potential to accurately classify students based on their abilities. (10) _________ the increased
difficulty, the exam is considered fair and capable of assessing the students’ true competencies.
Despite the pressure, the (11) _________ of students sitting for the exam remains high. With a
focus on reading comprehension, the exam is expected to test the (12) _________ of students'
preparedness for the university entrance process.
7: A. another B. others C. other D. the other
8: A. figure out B. look for C. take in D. give up
9: A. challenging B. relaxing C. simple D. boring
10: A. Instead of B. On account of C. Irrespective of D. In view of
11: A. number B. amount C. quantity D. level
12: A. accuracy B. width C. depth D. randomness
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of
the sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions.
13. a. Alice: "That sounds serious. Have you been to see a doctor?"
b. Mark: "Not great, actually. I've been feeling under the weather for a few days."
c. Alice: "How have you been, Mark?"
A. c - a - b B. b - c - a C. c - b - a D. a - c - b
14: a. Mark: "Yeah, I really needed to relax after such a stressful week at work."
b. Alice: "Did you do anything fun this weekend, Mark?"
c. Alice: "I'm glad to hear that! What did you do?"
d. Mark: "I went hiking in the mountains. The fresh air was amazing."
e. Alice: "That sounds like a perfect way to unwind!"
A. c - b - a - e - d B. c - e - d - b - a C. d - b - a - e - c D. b - a - c - d –e
15. a. I wanted to tell you that I’ve recently accepted a new job in New York, and I’ll be moving
there next month. It’s a big change, but I’m really excited about this new chapter in my life.
b. Dear Emily,
c. I’m planning to visit my family before the big move, and I’d love to see you if you’re free
during that time.
d. Hope this message finds you well! I wanted to catch you up on some recent news.
e. Take care, and I hope to see you soon!
A. b – d – a – c - e B. d – a – b – c - e C. b – a – d – c - e D. a – b – d – e - c
16. a. Online education has grown in popularity due to its flexibility, allowing students to
balance their studies with personal and professional responsibilities.
b. This means that students can attend classes from anywhere in the world, without being tied
to a specific location.
c. In addition to convenience, online courses often provide a wide range of resources, such as
recorded lectures, discussion forums, and interactive assignments.
d. In conclusion, online education offers students the flexibility and resources they need to
succeed, especially in today’s fast-paced world.
e. Furthermore, online platforms are accessible at any time, allowing learners to study at their
own pace, which is particularly beneficial for those with busy schedules.
A. a – b – e – c - d B. b – c – e – d - a C. d – a – c – e - b D. a-e-b-c-d
17: a. However, once the foundation is laid, the real work begins as they start building more
complex
systems of thought and understanding.
b. Learning a new language is challenging, especially at the beginning when students are
overwhelmed by grammar rules and unfamiliar vocabulary.
c. With continuous practice, learners gradually develop confidence in their speaking, listening,
and writing skills, although progress may seem slow at first.
d. Many language learners experience frustration early on, but it's important to remember that
fluency comes with time and dedication.
e. In the end, the sense of accomplishment that comes from mastering a language makes the
effort worthwhile, opening doors to new cultures and opportunities.
A. d - b – a – c - e B. b – a – c – d - e C. a - b - d - e - c D. b - d - a - c – e
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.
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has been widely applied in various fields, including
healthcare, finance, and education. AI systems are now (18) _______. Despite these
advancements, there are still concerns about the ethical use of AI, particularly in (19) _______.
Many organizations are adopting AI technologies (20) _______. These technologies have the
potential to transform industries, but experts emphasize that AI should complement human
abilities rather than replace them. For example, in education, AI can (21) _______ , allowing
teachers to focus on other important aspects of teaching. However, it remains crucial to ensure
that AI (22) _______.
18. A. being integrating into critical industries that handle complex decision-making processes
B. integrated in workflows where human input is gradually becoming unnecessary
C. being integrated into systems designed to automate repetitive and data-driven tasks
D. being integrate into systems which still depend on human supervision
19. A. making decisions which traditionally relied on human expertise
B. to make decisions that required careful consideration and judgment
C. making of decisions that influence significant outcomes in various sectors
D. make decisions in situations that require ethical responsibility
20. A. with aim improve processes and increase productivity
B. in order improving operations across various departments
C. in order to improve efficiency and reduce human mistakes
D. with the goal of to enhancing performance and minimizing errors
21. A. helps performing automated grading and feedback tasks
B. be applied to doing various tasks in educational settings
C. perform tasks like grading and giving feedback for students
D. performs tasks to providing real-time feedback to students
22. A. operates in a manner which respects human oversight
B. operate with consistent regulations to guarantee fairness
C. operates consistently to ensure that ethical standards are met
D. are operating according to principles of fairness and transparency
Read the following passage about endangered languages and mark the letter A, B, C, D on
your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to
30.
Living in the stressful modern era, most of us usually look for sources of relaxation, and it’s no
secret that viewing nature and being outdoors can be pleasant and restorative. Spending time in
nature is linked to improvements in mental health, mood, emotional well-being, and cognitive
benefits. However, the more surprising thing is that, according to new research, viewing water
may be a better environment for relaxation than green areas with grass and trees.
In a recent article, Harvard psychologist Adam Grant discussed a remarkable 2024 study that he
came across, showing that people who viewed water for less than two minutes had reduced
blood pressure compared to people who viewed green areas and trees.
So why are nature’s blue spaces more relaxing than green ones? According to the original
authors of the study, the reason might be related to the process of our evolution. For early
humans who have to work hard to survive day by day, the lack of water has always been a major
challenge, as it posed a direct threat to life, leading to heightened levels of stress, increases in
blood pressure and cardiac stress. Therefore, successfully detecting water or simply just looking
at it can provide a sense of great relief.
Being in nature can help you re-invigorate your body, mind, and spirit, offering moments
of awe, calm, and relaxation. And now we are learning that bodies of water may bring even
greater relaxation. So, whether it's a river, lake, or ocean, it might be time to go outside and find
the nearest blue space to experience the effects for yourself!
(Adapted from psychologytoday.com)
23: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 1 as a benefit of spending time in
nature?
A. Improvements in mental health B. Cognitive benefits
C. Increased creativity D. Emotional well-being
24: The word “restorative” in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.
A. damaging B. energizing C. refreshing D. beneficial
25: The word "came across" in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by __________.
A. discovered B. ignored C. created D. explained
26: The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to ___________.
A. stressor B. blood pressure C. cardiac stress D. water
27: Which of the following is TRUE, according to paragraphs 2 and 3?
A. Finding water was the biggest survival challenge for early humans.
B. Early humans suffered more stress when there is not enough water.
C. Only by being in nature can we heal both our body and our spirit.
D. The larger the area of water you look at, the more relaxed you are.
28: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Spending time outdoors in nature can refresh both your physical and mental state, providing
peaceful and uplifting experiences.
B. Nature is a perfect escape from modern life, allowing people to rest while boosting their
physical and spiritual well-being.
C. Nature offers a temporary distraction from life’s problems, but its benefits are limited to
short-term relaxation.
D. Being in nature brings challenges to both the mind and body, creating feelings of stress and
discomfort.
29: In which paragraph does the writer mention the possible evolutionary reasons why viewing
water can be more relaxing than viewing green areas?
A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4
30: In which paragraph does the writer explain why viewing water might be more relaxing than
viewing green areas?
A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4
Read the following passage about urban shift and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your
answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.
[I] Sperm whales are fascinating creatures. [II] They possess the biggest brain of any species, six
times larger than a human’s, which scientists believe may have evolved to support intelligent,
rational behavior. [III] They’re also highly social and capable of making decisions as a group.
[IV] But there’s also a lot we don’t know about them, including what they may be saying to one
another when communicating with a system of short clicks, known as codas.
Now, new research published in Nature Communications today suggests that sperm whales’
communication is actually much more expressive and complicated than was previously thought.
A team of researchers led by Pratyusha Sharma at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial
Intelligence Lab (CSAIL) working with Project CETI, a nonprofit focused on using AI to
understand whales, used statistical models to analyze whale codas and managed to identify a
structure to their language that’s similar to features of human language. Their findings represent
a tool future researchers could use to decipher not just the structure but the actual meaning of
whale sounds.
For the study, the researchers examined recordings of 8,719 codas from around 60 whales
collected by the Dominica Sperm Whale Project between 2005 and 2018, using a mix of AI
algorithms for pattern recognition and classification. The AI then turned the clicks within the
coda data into a new kind of data visualization called an exchange plot, revealing that some
codas featured extra clicks. These extra clicks, combined with variations in the duration of their
calls, appeared in interactions between multiple whales, which they say suggests that codas can
carry more information and possess a more complicated internal structure than we had
previously believed.
The team’s next step is to build language models of whale calls and to examine how those calls
relate to different behaviors. They also plan to work on a more universal system that could be
used across species, says Sharma. Taking a communication system we know nothing about,
working out how it encodes and transmits information, and slowly beginning to understand
what’s being communicated could have many purposes beyond whales. “I think we’re just
starting to understand some of these things,” she says. “We’re very much at the beginning, but
we are slowly making our way through.”
31. Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?
They demonstrate a high level of sociability and are capable of collective decision-making.
A. [I] B. [II] C. [III] D. [IV]
32: What do we learn about sperm whales in paragraph 1?
A. They are one of the most interesting creatures for humans to study.
B. Their brains are more advanced than human brains by six times.
C. The size of their brains is the reason why they are highly social.
D. They have the ability to make decisions together rather than alone.
33: According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a tool or method
used by researchers to study whale communication?
A. AI algorithms for pattern recognition
B. Statistical models
C. Recordings of codas
D. Behavioral experiments with whales
34: The word “decipher” in paragraph 2 can be best replaced by ___________.
A. decode B. resolve C. detect D. reveal
35: The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to __________.
A. researchers B. algorithms C. clicks D. interactions
36: Which of the following is TRUE about the study discussed in this passage?
A. The study involved over 10,000 recordings of codas from various species of whales.
B. The research found that whale communication is simpler than previously thought.
C. AI algorithms were used to analyze whale codas and uncover patterns.
D. The study concluded that codas cannot carry more information than was once believed.
37: The word “universal” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. general B. conventional C. prevalent D. ordinary
38. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Studying whale communication will provide insights useful for understanding other
communication systems.
B. Once we decode whale communication, we will fully understand how they transmit
information.
C. Understanding whale communication systems has limited applications outside marine
biology.
D. Whale communication can only be understood through long-term study without further
application.
39: Which of the following can most likely be inferred from the passage?
A. Sperm whales are much more intelligent than what people commonly think.
B. Project CETI is using the most advanced AI in order to achieve their end goal.
C. Codas with extra clicks are the most structurally similar to human language.
D. We have yet to fully grasp the complexity of the sperm whale language system.
40: Which of the following best summarizes the passage?
A. Sperm whales are known for their large brains and complex group behavior, though their
communication remains largely mysterious.
B. Researchers have fully decoded the structure and meaning of whale codas using advanced AI
technology.
C. A recent study suggests that sperm whale communication may be more complex than
previously thought, and researchers are beginning to unravel its structure and meaning with the
help of AI.
D. The study found that whale communication is not related to their behavior, but rather to
random environmental factors.

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