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 1 to 5.

Question 1.

a. Freed from the constraints of office work, these individuals combine exploration with remote work, using technology to stay connected from virtually anywhere.

b. The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has witnessed the emergence of a new category of global travellers, commonly referred to as digital nomads.

c. Taken together, this once seemingly temporary trend has proven to have lasting appeal, bringing substantial benefits across diverse regions and economies.

d. Consequently, digital nomad visa schemes have been implemented across nearly half of the world’s destinations, as evidenced by countries such as Portugal, Thailand, and Estonia.

e. Such initiatives aim to entice geographically mobile workers with the promise of beautiful landscapes, rich cultures and stable internet access.

A. b-a-d-e-c

B. b-a-e-d-c

C. d-b-a-e-c

D. b-a-e-c-d

Question 2.

Dear Professor Kim,

a. Session registration and abstract submission are now open through our online portal at www.research-summit.org.

b. We cordially invite you to present at the Asia-Pacific Research Summit 2026, scheduled for April 15-17 in Singapore.

c. Selected speakers will receive complimentary conference access, meals, and one night’s accommodation at the Grand Plaza Hotel.

d. The submission deadline is January 31st, and all abstracts undergo peer review with results announced by Feb. 15th.

e. For technical support or presentation guidelines, email speakers@research.org or call 6789-4321 during office hours.

Kind regards,

Academic Conference Committee

A. b-a-d-c-e

B. b-d-a-c-e

C. b-a-c-d-e

D. a-b-c-d-e

Question 3.                                

a. Richard: Yes, I have. There have been a lot of problems these days.

b. Lan: I find cyberbullying the most serious issue though. Many people post, or share negative content about others.

c. Lan: Hi Richard, have you been following the news about issues on social media in Viet Nam?

A. b-a -c

B. c-b-a

C. c-a-b

D. a-b-c

Question 4.

a. Thu: I’m planning to take notes in lectures as much as I can. When I cram for exams, I will memorise key points.

b. Thu: Yes, I am. Never have I been away from home for so long. But I’m also excited to learn new things.

c. Jenny: That’s a good start, but memorising isn’t the best way to learn in Australia. You should read extensively. Don’t be afraid to ask your new friends and teachers, and use their electronic library.

d. Jenny: Thu, I heard that you’re going to study in Australia. That’s exciting! Are you nervous?

e. Jenny: That’s great. Do you have any ideas about how you will study in a new country like Australia?

A. a-e-d-b-c

B. d-b-e-a-c

C. e-a-c-b-d

D. d-b-c-e-a

Question 5.

a. Despite being imprisoned for 27 years, Mandela never abandoned his ideals or his determination to bring about political change.

b. His life story serves as a powerful reminder that perseverance and moral courage can overcome even the most deeply rooted injustice.

c. Nelson Mandela is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern history due to his role in ending apartheid in South Africa.

d. His unwavering commitment to justice and equality earned him global admiration and ultimately led to his election as South Africa’s first Black president in 1994.

e. Even after his release, he continued to advocate for reconciliation, helping to unify a deeply divided nation.

A. c-d-b-a-e

B. c-a-d-e-b

C. c-b-a-e-d

D. c-a-e-d-b