Question 6. Which of the following is TRUE according to paragraph 3?

Question 7. Which paragraph mentions the purpose of UNESCO’s new AI frameworks?

Question 8. Which paragraph mentions balancing AI development with human values?

Read the following piece of news and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 9 to 14.

Nobody’s Boy Musical Bridges Vietnam-France Culture in Hanoi

Hanoi, May 10th, Nobody’s Boy (Khong Gia Dinh), a Vietnamese musical inspired by Hector Malot’s Sans Famille, was performed at the Youth Theatre, (9) ________ in audiences with its emotional storytelling and cultural significance.

The play, (10) ________ follows Remi’s journey to find love and belonging, brings to life timeless values of compassion and resilience that still connect with young people today.

Directed by People’s Artist Anh Tuyet, the (11) ________ preserves the soul of the French classic while adding Vietnamese artistic identity through music and theatrical expression.

By blending classical melodies with modern orchestration, the production helps raise the (12) ________ of academic music for younger audiences. The show is (13) ________ rooted in tradition, so it feels authentic and relatable to modern viewers.

The performance also attracts international viewers and highlights how Vietnamese theatre can (14) ________ cultural traditions while serving as a bridge that connects Vietnam and France.

(Adapted from https://en.baoquocte.vn)

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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 15 to 19.

Question 15.
a. Customer: Oh, I see. Thank you for letting me know.
b. Customer: Excuse me, is the new laptop model available?
c. Shop assistant: I'm afraid it's delayed due to chip shortages from the Middle East conflict.

Question 16.
a. Mai: Do you think that lifelong learning is essential?
b. Mai: I believe those who embrace it can discover so many new opportunities.
c. Tung: True, and it’s not just about career growth. Lifelong learning makes life more fulfilling.
d. Mai: I couldn’t agree more. It keeps our minds active and opens up new ways of thinking.
e. Tung: Absolutely. It helps us stay updated and adapt to changes in life and work.

Question 17.
a. Alongside rent, basic needs like groceries, transport, and healthcare tend to cost more compared to smaller towns.
b. Many people are drawn to big cities because of the job opportunities and lifestyle they offer, but these benefits often come with a heavy financial burden.
c. Although salaries in urban areas may be higher, people often find it difficult to save money due to the constant pressure of daily expenses.
d. One of the biggest challenges is the high cost of renting an apartment, especially in areas close to the city center where demand is always high.
e. This situation leads some individuals to consider relocating to nearby suburbs, hoping to find a better balance between income and living costs.

Question 18. Dear Laura,
a. Because technology makes it easy to stay connected, I can talk to my family even though we are far apart.
b. If you want to visit me next month, which would make me very happy, we can explore this amazing island together!
c. I'm writing to you from Bali, where I'm working on my laptop while I enjoy the beautiful beach.
d. Although I miss home sometimes, I love that I can travel to different countries when I have my computer and internet.
e. When you asked if I feel lonely, I must say that I meet many friendly people who share the same lifestyle.
Your friend,
Nick

Question 19.
a. Green living is essential for protecting our planet, and one way to support it is by conserving natural habitats, which are increasingly threatened by urban expansion.
b. In addition, we educate children about the importance of maintaining habitats, hoping to create a generation that understands the value of sustainability.
c. By joining Habitat Earth, you can help protect nature, whether by volunteering or donating to our cause.
d. We also rescue animals displaced by urban growth, and volunteers work hard to reintroduce them to their natural environments.
e. At Habitat Earth, we focus on preventing the destruction of wildlife homes, and over the past decade, our campaigns have raised awareness about the damage caused by construction projects.

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 20 to 29.

Feminist language and imagery have become increasingly visible in contemporary advertising, especially as gender equality has become a major social and cultural concern. Around International Women's Day, many brands promote messages of empowerment and women's rights. While such campaigns often appear progressive, they also raise an important question: are companies genuinely supporting equality, or simply using feminism to strengthen their public image?

[I] This concern is closely connected to the concept of purplewashing, a practice through which companies strategically adopt feminist symbols, particularly the colour purple, and the language of empowerment to create the impression of social responsibility. Rather than reflecting genuine institutional change, these messages often function as a form of symbolic branding designed to influence consumer perception. A related strategy, known as femvertising, incorporates feminist ideals into advertising to increase product appeal. [II] Common expressions of purplewashing include campaigns celebrating female confidence, advertisements featuring diverse and “empowered” women, and public statements supporting gender equality. However, such representations can become misleading when companies fail to ensure fair pay, improve workplace equality, promote women into leadership roles, or challenge unrealistic beauty standards. In this way, external messaging may serve to distract attention from internal inequalities. [III]

The effects of purplewashing are particularly concerning in a world where women's rights continue to face serious challenges, including gender-based violence, unequal pay, discrimination, and restrictions on personal freedom. [IV] Against this background, transforming feminist struggles into attractive marketing narratives may appear deeply contradictory. If activism becomes a branding strategy, does it still retain its original power to demand social change? What appears to be public support may, in reality, function primarily as reputation management.

Consequently, the impact of purplewashing extends beyond individual consumer disappointment. By reducing feminism to a commercial tool, companies risk weakening public trust in genuine equality movements and encouraging cynicism toward social justice messages more broadly. This kind of reaction may increase public demands for transparency and corporate accountability. Ultimately, purplewashing exposes the gap between symbolic representation and genuine action. Only by stripping away the gloss can slogans be forced to bear the weight of real commitment.

(Adapted from https://girlpowertalk.com)

Question 20. What is one potential consequence of purplewashing mentioned in the passage?

Question 21. The word cynicism in paragraph 4 mostly means ________.

Question 22. Which of the following best summarises paragraph 2?

Question 23. What is one broader effect of purplewashing mentioned in the passage?

Question 24. According to paragraph 3, what may happen when activism becomes a branding strategy?

Question 25. The word This concern in paragraph 2 refers to ________.

Question 26. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
"Only by stripping away the gloss can slogans be forced to bear the weight of real commitment."

Question 27. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

Question 28. Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit?
"At its core, purplewashing turns advocacy into appearance."

Question 29. Which of the following best summarises the passage?

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 30 to 35.

Job Advertisement: Office Assistant!

There are increasing demands for administrative support in modern workplaces; (30) ________, we are searching for a dedicated office assistant to join our team. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn in a(n) (31) ________ where your ideas and contributions will be valued. The candidate (32) ________ in a fast-paced setting will assist with scheduling, answering calls, and client support. You will also have some downtime, so you can even (33) ________ a nap during longer breaks! To apply, simply fill in an application form and send it (34) ________ our HR department. We offer a great work-life balance and a chance to grow with our team. Don’t hesitate (35) ________ and join our dynamic company culture!

Contact Us: Email your application to [email protected] for more information.

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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 36 to 40.

What began as a seemingly trivial online joke has, through rapid algorithmic circulation on TikTok, evolved into a cultural micro-trend with over 570 million views, (36) ________. Within this discourse, “beige flags” refer to subtle behavioral patterns that neither enhance nor damage relational stability, and are typically presented in short visually nice videos set to lo-fi jazz music, where users describe partners who exhibit mildly unusual habits, such as using kitchen timers instead of alarms (37) ________.

Contrary to popular belief, the term did not originate as a viral idea but first appeared around 2022 and, (38) ________ to friendships and even interpretations of animal behavior, so that delayed responses or unusual actions are now often humorously labeled as “beige,” although this diffusion has also blurred its meaning, leading to frequent misclassification of more serious issues. (39) ________.

More recently, the trend has shifted in unexpected ways; it is now often viewed in a more positive light, as users increasingly reinterpret beige flags as indicators of emotional stability rather than mere eccentricity. Should audiences engage more critically with its original definition, the interpretation of such behaviors would become more precise and less misleading overall. (40) ________, which continues to shape online discussions.

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