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 exchange or text in each of the following questions from 1 to 5.

Question 1.

a. Nam: Not really. I've been feeling quite stressed about my exams.

b. Tam: You should try taking a short break to relax.

c. Tam: Have you been sleeping well these days?

A. c – a – b

B. b – a – c

C. b – c – a

D. c – b – a

Question 2.

a. Minh: I agree. While it's entertaining, it can sometimes be a waste of time.

b. Minh: Yes, especially on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

c. Lan: That's true. Some students even say they can't focus on studying anymore.

d. Lan: Have you noticed how many students are spending hours watching short videos these days?

e. Lan: We should learn to manage our time better and use social media more wisely.

A. c – a – d – b – e

B. d – a – c – b – e

C. d – b – c – a – e

D. c – b – e – a – d

Question 3.

Dear Mr Mitchell,

a. We would also like you to confirm whether the post-installation support covers the equipment 24 hours a day.

b. I am writing to ask for an update on the Skipton Airport Project and to raise a few questions.

c. Finally, we would appreciate it if you could provide a quote for extending the support period from 6 to 12 months.

d. First of all, could you please clarify the current issues with the delivery system and when they will be resolved?

e. In addition, we requested a copy of the latest project report but have not received it yet.

Yours sincerely,

Ian McAdam

A. b – d – e – a – c

B. d – b – e – a – c

C. b – e – d – a – c

D. d – e – b – a – c

Question 4.

a. I rarely paid attention in class and often ignored feedback, which caused my performance to gradually decline over time.

b. Over time, I realised that my indifference was affecting my learning and preventing me from reaching my full potential.

c. Looking back, I have learned that staying engaged and taking responsibility are essential for meaningful progress.

d. I used to feel indifferent towards my studies and did not see the importance of putting in consistent effort.

e. So I decided to change my attitude by becoming more active in class, listening carefully, and completing my work more responsibly.

A. d – a – b – e – c

B. c – d – b – a – e

C. b – d – a – e – c

D. d – b – a – e – c

Question 5.

a. As a result, photographers are adapting their services by offering faster delivery, simpler pricing, and more creative content, although these changes also create challenges for professionals.

b. In recent years, senior photography trends have changed significantly, reflecting new preferences among young clients.

c. Many seniors now prefer natural and candid photos instead of stiff, carefully posed images that were common in the past.

d. This shift is largely influenced by social media, where authenticity and individuality are highly valued by today's generation.

e. They are also looking for more personalised sessions, choosing meaningful locations, outfits, and props that express their identity.

A. b – e – c – d – a

B. a – b – c – e – d

C. b – c – e – d – a

D. c – b – e – d – a