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.

Question 9.

a. These ongoing problems clearly highlight the urgent need for more effective urban planning and long term strategies to support sustainable development.

b. This rapid urban growth has attracted thousands of workers from nearby rural provinces seeking better opportunities.

c. Traffic congestion and housing shortages have now become major challenges that city authorities struggle to manage.

d. In recent years, the city center has witnessed a dramatic increase in high-rise buildings, shopping complexes, and new transport systems.

e. However, the pace of infrastructure development has not matched the growing demands of the population.

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

Question 10.

Hi Inika,

a. Although Fahim is also busy with the new job and we don't really have much spare time, we've spent every minute we got in the house and garden.

b. About what I've been doing since we last met, I have mostly been working on the new house and I'm quite occupied with work.

c. We had a bit sunshine this morning, so we made the most of it: I mowed the lawn, trimmed the hedge and watered the plants while Fahim finished painting the fence.

d. Sorry to hear you haven't been feeling well lately, but it's good that you've seen a doctor; I'm sure it's nothing serious.

e. I apologize if this email has been boring, but there really isn't much going on in our lives right now. Anyway, let's meet up soon.

Hadia

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

Question 11.

a. It is also true for young and middle-aged adults, as improved physical function helps them more easily accomplish the tasks of daily living.

b. This is true for older adults, for whom improved physical function reduces risk of falls and contributes to their ability to maintain independence.

c. Apart from improving physical function, physical activity may improve cognitive function among youth and adults.

d. Aspects of cognitive function that may be improved include memory, attention, executive function, and academic performance among youth.

e. Physical activity improves physical function among individuals of all ages, enabling them to conduct their daily lives with energy.

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

Question 12.

a. Mark: Hi, Nam! Thanks! You seem to be embracing AI in your work too! Have you been using AI tools a lot lately?

b. Nam: Hi, Mark! It's been a while since we last talked. You seem to be keeping up with technology so well!

c. Nam: Yes, I have! I use AI-powered applications every day to improve my productivity and stay updated on the latest trends. It's really transformed the way I work!

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

Question 13.

a. An: Have you heard about the fake milk scandal?

b. An: I hope they find a solution quickly to restore trust in the market.

c. Binh: It puts a real scare into parents trying to feed their children.

d. Binh: Yes, it’s shocking that nearly 600 brands were involved!

e. An: The authorities are working hard to identify and remove these products.

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