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 text.

Question 7.   a. I had prepared thoroughly for weeks, yet when the moment arrived I suddenly got cold feet about speaking.

b. Last quarter, I was scheduled to present quarterly results to senior management at my internship company.

c. This nerve-wracking moment was transformative and taught me that courage means acting despite feeling afraid inside.

d. Unfortunately, my anxiety was visible throughout and I rushed through slides without making clear points to anyone.

e. Rather than avoiding presentations afterward, I joined a public speaking workshop to build my confidence systematically.

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

Question 8.  Dear Ms. Williams,

a. We received an overwhelming response with exceptionally qualified candidates, making the selection process remarkably competitive and challenging for our committee.

b. Thank you for your interest in the Project Coordinator role and for taking the time to interview with us last week.

c. After careful deliberation and thorough evaluation, we regret to inform you that we have decided to proceed with another candidate.

d. We were genuinely impressed by your qualifications and experience, and we will retain your resume for future opportunities that align better.

e. We wish you every success in your job search and hope our paths may cross again under different circumstances.

Warm regards,

GlobalTech Industries

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

Question 9.   a. Steven: We’re having a presentation about the new marketing strategy tomorrow. Would you like to attend?

b. Laura: Sure, I’d be very interested. What time does it start exactly?

c. Steven: It begins at ten o’clock in the main conference room on the third floor.

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

Question 10. a. From Hanoi’s clear broths to Saigon’s aromatic herbs, variations reflect climate, trade, and migration.

b. Street vendors standardised techniques over generations, while markets ensured fresh produce and affordable proteins.

c. Vietnamese culinary heritage extends far beyond pho, weaving regional histories into everyday dishes nationwide.

d. The result is a living cuisine: attentive to origin, yet adaptable, inventive, and confidently global.

e. Meanwhile, contemporary chefs reinterpret classics, introducing plant-based broths, artisanal noodles, and regional pairings.

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

Question 11. a. Zoe: Do you prefer exercising at the gym or using online fitness apps?

b. Zoe: That’s true, but apps offer flexibility and personalized routines.

c. Zoe: I think combining both can help maintain long-term fitness goals.

d. Lucas: I use fitness apps now, but traditional exercise gives stronger motivation.

e. Lucas: Yes, they both encourage health awareness in different ways.

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