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a. Firstly, it’s considered impolite to point your feet at someone, especially an older person, as the feet are considered the lowest part of the body.

b. In conclusion, these cultural taboos reflect the importance placed on harmony, respect, and maintaining social order in Vietnamese society.

c. Additionally, raising your voice or showing anger in public is seen as breaking social harmony.

d. In Viet Nam, respecting elders is a cultural norm that holds great significance.

e. Lastly, discussing personal matters or asking someone’s age, salary, or marital status upon first meeting is often seen as intrusive.

• A. d-a-c-e-b            

•       B. c-b-e-d-a            

•       C. b-d-a-c-e        

•           D. a-d-e-c-d

 a. Yesterday, Aunt Eva took me to some places of interest – the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge,and Central Park.

b. Tomorrow we are going to watch a show at the theater Broadway.

c. The weather here is so great. It’s sunny and hot every day.

d. Dear Mom and Dad, I’m having a great time here in New York.

e. Wish you were here, Love Ami.

          

•   A. d – b – a – e– c        

• B. a – e – d – b – c

            

•   C. b – a – c – e – d       

• D. d – a – c – b - e

a. Jack: Morning, Emily! It was good, thanks. I went hiking with some friends. How about you?

b. Emily: Good morning, Jack! How was your weekend?

c. Emily: Sounds fun! I had a relaxing weekend at home. Hey, have you seen the agenda?

d. Emily: Alright, thanks. Oh, and don’t forget, we have that client presentation at 2 PM.

e. Jack: Not yet. Let me check my email.

• A. a – b – c – d – e                 

• B. c – b – a – e – d           

• C. b – a – c – e – d

• D. c – a – b – d – e

     a. Oh, that’s too bad. Was it stolen? 

b. Not good. I lost my wallet.

c. No, I think it came out of my pocket when I was in the taxi.

d. Hey, how’s it going?

• A. b-d-c-a    

•        B. a-c-d-b            

•             C. c-a-b-d                               

• D. d-b-a-c

a. The quick and easy nature of platforms like TikTok and Instagram often leads to decreased attention spans, as viewers become accustomed to rapid changes and instant gratification.

b. In conclusion, while short-form content can be entertaining and engaging, it is essential to be aware of its potential harms and to practice moderation in consumption to maintain a healthy balance in our lives.

c. This type of media can also contribute to feelings of anxiety and inadequacy, as individuals may find themselves comparing their lives to the highlights showcased by others.

d. In recent years, the rise of short-form content has become a significant trend, but its negative effects on viewers cannot be overlooked.

e. Furthermore, the addictive nature of short-form content can lead to excessive screen time, negatively impacting physical health and social interactions.

• A. b - a - c - d - e           

•     B. b - d - c - a - e              

•       C. d - a - c - e - b                                     

• D. a - d - c - e - b

a. There are also many music festivals around the globe that bring artists and music fans together.

b. People nowadays enjoy listening to music from different countries and cultures, and in different languages.

c. Thanks to globalisation, people can quickly discover new music from all over the world.

d. To sum up, in today's connected world, it is very common for musicians across the world to work on music projects and share ideas together.

e. For example, American teens are captivated by K-pop music and dance.

•   A. c-a-b-e-d                          

•       B. d-a-b- e-c          

•       C. d-b-c-e-a               

•                D. c-b-e-a-d

a.  However, it has lots of storage, it's very cheap.

b.  Hi, Anna, Guess what! I want to get a smartphone for playing games.

c.  I can't wait to show it to you!

d.  At first, The Royal 1000 looks great, but the camera isn't as good as some other phones.

e.  Mike knows a lot about phones and computers, and he helped me choose my birthday smartphone.

f.  See you soon!

• A. b-c-a-e-d-f         

•                 B. b-d-e-a-c-f  

•             C. b-a-d-e-c-f      

•                  D. b-e-d-a-c-f

a. Best wishes.
b. First of all, self-study gives learners more freedom. They decide what they should study and how to learn depending on their abilities.
c. Dear Lucy; I hope you are well. I am thinking about the advantages of self-study – learning at home without a teacher.
d. Secondly, they can make learners responsible. They set their learning goals and make study plans to achieve them.
e. Finally, it makes them more confident. Completing tasks and solving problems on their own boost learners' confidence.

• A. d-b-a-c-e                  

•     B. c-b-d-e-a             

•      C. b-d-a-c-e

•     D. c-a-e-b-d

a. Teenagers may want to work part-time while still in school. Let's look at the pros and cons of teens having part- time jobs.
b. So, if teenagers fail to balance work and study, they may not be able to get good grades or may even drop out of school.
c. Secondly, they can learn to manage their time better.
d. First, a part-time job provides extra pocket money.
e. In conclusion, teenagers should be aware of both the pros and cons of working part-time.
f. On the other hand, working teens may become tired and stressed as they will have less time to rest and study.

• A. d-b-a-c-f-e                

•     B. e-f-b-d-a-c      

•           C. b-d-a-c-e-f  

• D. a-d-c-f-b-e

a. Firstly, it’s considered impolite to point your feet at someone, especially an older person, as the feet are considered the lowest part of the body.

b. In conclusion, these cultural taboos reflect the importance placed on harmony, respect, and maintaining social order in Vietnamese society.

c. Additionally, raising your voice or showing anger in public is seen as breaking social harmony.

d. In Viet Nam, respecting elders is a cultural norm that holds great significance.

e. Lastly, discussing personal matters or asking someone’s age, salary, or marital status upon first meeting is often seen as intrusive.

• A. d-a-c-e-b        

•           B. c-b-e-d-a     

•              C. b-d-a-c-e       

•            D. a-d-e-c-d