There are a bewildering (46) of decisions to be made every day, from the moment we wake up out of a deep sleep to the moment we fall asleep at the end of the day. Some people are very good at making decisions and others (47) it almost impossible.

Take, for example, a simple meal out with my friend Barbara. She can never make her mind up about what to (48) for and will look at a menu for with indecision. It results (49) her voice becoming extremely (50). When she gets frustrated, ugly red blotches erupt on her face. (51), I do admire the fact that she still tries to remain positive in such situations and she invariably (52) a desire to be more decisive like myself. I am (53) to the acute embarrassment I know she suffers at these times and suffer along with her. When it comes to food, it's easy for me, as I'll know instantly what I fancy, and when it comes to desserts, I rarely have any (54) left for them, so it's easy for me to say I'll have nothing.

However, I fall down abysmally with fashion decisions and, for some reason, Barbara has no problem there. She finds it easy to decide what to wear and has an innate (55) of style of which I'm extremely envious. I can imagine her still looking youthful and stylish at 70, while at 22 I already look like an elderly woman who doesn't care about how she looks.

Read the following passage and write the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the answer that best fits the blank in the following passage. Write your answers on your answer sheet.

Dear students,

a. Due to the severity of the storm, we will be transitioning to online classes for the next few weeks.

b. I sincerely hope that you are all staying safe and well despite the extreme weather conditions.

C. I truly appreciate your patience, cooperation, and flexibility during this period, and am confident that we can navigate this transition successfully together.

d. I understand that this change may be challenging for some of you, but adapting to these circumstances is essential in order to continue our learning without disruption.

e. Please make sure that you have reliable access to all necessary online learning resources, and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns or difficulties.

Best wishes,

Mrs. Hanh

Read the following passage and write the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions

We all decreed that ______.

a. These challenges require innovative approaches to teaching and learning, ensuring that students acquire both knowledge and practical skills.

b. In fact, education systems worldwide have undergone significant transformations due to technological advancements and evolving societal needs.

c. Modern educational methodologies emphasize critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability to better prepare students for an unpredictable future.

d. The integration of digital tools in classrooms has revolutionized traditional teaching practices, making learning more interactive and accessible.

e. As a result, educators must continuously update their methods to keep pace with these rapid developments in education.

Write the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.

Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence printed before it.