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...

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. The uncertainty is further compounded by the fear of committing to a path that may no longer align with who I become in the future.

b. I often find myself caught between a rock and a hard place, torn between pursuing passion and meeting expectations set by my family and society.

c. On the one hand, I am drawn to subjects that genuinely spark my curiosity, yet on the other, I cannot ignore practical concerns such as employability and long-term financial stability.

d. Choosing a university major has been weighing heavily on my mind, as the decision feels far more permanent than it once did.

e. Still, I am gradually learning that a well-considered choice does not require absolute certainty, but rather the courage to take responsibility for the direction I choose.

        A. c-a-d-b-e                B. d-b-c-a-e                        C. b-c-d-a-e                        D. d-c-b-a-e

Question 14.

a. Anna: Have you ever had a public figure you genuinely admire, not just because they’re famous but because of what they stand for?

b. Anna: I feel the same way. What impresses me most is how she uses her global influence responsibly, turning personal hardship into a powerful voice for social change rather than seeking attention.

c. Ben: Definitely. I really admire Malala Yousafzai. Despite facing life-threatening danger, she never gave up her fight for girls’ education, and I find her courage and determination truly inspiring.

        A. b-c-a                B. c-a-b                        C. a-c-b                        D. c-b-a

Question 15.

a. Linh: Exactly. My mum keeps saying I should focus more on “real life,” but she doesn’t realise that online and offline life are pretty much mixed now.

b. Nick: All the time. Especially when it comes to social media - they think it’s a waste of time, while it’s actually how we stay connected.

c. Linh: Do you ever feel like your parents just don’t get how things work these days?

d. Linh: Yeah, I get that. Maybe if we explained things more calmly - and they listened without judging - the gap wouldn’t feel so big.

e. Nick: True, but I guess from their point of view, they worry we’re spending too much time staring at screens instead of building real skills.

        A. d-e-a-b-c                B. c-e-d-b-a                        C. c-b-a-e-d                        D. d-b-a-e-c

Question 16.

a. Although challenges remain - particularly around data privacy and equitable access - Singapore’s experience demonstrates how coordinated policy, public-private collaboration, and citizen engagement can create a resilient and integrated smart urban ecosystem.

b. A significant milestone was the launch of the Smart Nation Initiative in 2014, which set clear goals for integrating technology into urban systems such as transport, healthcare, and public services.

c. By 2020, over 90% of Singaporean households had access to high-speed fibre broadband and sensor networks were deployed in key districts like Marina Bay and Punggol to collect real-time data on traffic, energy use, and environmental quality.

d. Singapore’s development into a smart city has been a long-term process rooted in strategic planning and heavy investment in digital infrastructure since the early 2000s.

e. Alongside this, the government introduced digital identity services and cashless payment platforms that now support more than 1,600 public services, making everyday transactions more efficient for citizens.

        A. d-b-c-e-a                B. d-e-a-b-c                        C. d-c-a-b-e                        D. d-b-e-c-a

Question 17.

Dear Ms Nguyen,

a. It covers tuition fees and provides financial assistance to help with living expenses during your course of study.

b. We are pleased to confirm that you have been awarded a full academic scholarship to study at the University of Oxford based on your outstanding academic achievements and personal statement.

c. Should you require any further information or official documentation, feel free to contact our admissions office.

d. Please note that the award is conditional upon your successful enrolment and compliance with university regulations.

e. This scholarship is offered to support your admission to our university for the upcoming academic year in the United Kingdom.

Yours sincerely,

Admissions Office

        A. a-d-b-c-e                B. b-d-a-e-c.                        C. b-e-a-d-c                        D. a-c-d-b-e