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 coheren...

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 13 to 17.

Question 13. a. We are pleased to invite you to apply for our Nova Platinum Credit Card.

b. To proceed, present this letter and government ID at any Orchid Bank branch.

c. Upon verification, your application will be processed and the card issued within two days.

d. The introductory annual fee is waived; this exclusive offer ends on 31 December.

e. For questions, please email support@orchidbank.com or call 1900-1234 during business hours.

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

Question 14. a. Huy: I’d love to, but I’ve already brought lunch from home today.

b. Duy: I’ll see you at the cafeteria around noon then.

c. Duy: Hey Huy, would you like to grab some lunch together at the new café downtown?

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

Question 15. a. Digital payment systems were rolled out extensively, enabling cashless transactions in markets and public transport nationwide.

b. Between 2016 and 2023, Da Nang experienced a technological revolution, marking its transition toward becoming a modern smart city.

c. In parallel, environmental monitoring stations were established to track air quality and provide real-time data to residents.

d. The changes reflect Da Nang’s determination to balance economic growth with technological innovation and environmental sustainability.

e. Public services were significantly upgraded, with government offices introducing online platforms for administrative procedures and document submissions.

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

Question 16. a. Emma: Do you still prefer reading printed books to e-books?  

b. James: Exactly, that nostalgia creates a special bond between the reader and the story.

c. James: Not really. I enjoy e-books more, but printed books feel more personal to me.

d. Emma: I guess both formats enrich our reading experience in their own ways.

e. Emma: True, e-books are practical, but printed pages have a nostalgic scent and texture.

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

Question 17. a. This challenging period taught me that proper planning beats last-minute cramming every single time.

b. I stayed up late studying every subject, hoping to hit the books effectively and ace all my exams.

c. During my final exam season last year, I found myself under tremendous pressure to perform well academically.

d. Unfortunately, I burned out quickly and my grades reflected my poor time management rather than my abilities.

e. As a result, I created a detailed study schedule for the next semester to avoid such stress.

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