a. James: Hi, Lily! I’ve been doing great, just got a new job recently. 

b. Sarah: Hi, James! How have you been?
c. Sarah: Really? That’s awesome! What are you doing now?

3. a. David: Hey, Sarah! You’ve been traveling a lot lately, right? 

b. David: That's amazing! How was the experience?
c. Sarah: Hi, David! Yes, I just got back from Europe.

4. a. Mi: I'm fine, thanks. By the way, we moved to a new house in a suburb last month. 

b. Ann: Oh, that's why I haven't seen you in the Reading Club very often.
c. Ann: Hi, Mi. Long time no see. How're you doing?

5. a.   Lan:   I’m  on  cloud   nine!  My   article  about   Steve  Job’s  life  and   achievements   has   just been published in the local newspaper!
b. Nam: That’s great! You’ve worked so hard on it!
c. Nam: Hi. You look so happy today. Is there anything new?

6.  a. Nam: Yesterday, I saw the new Disney movie, The Lion King. It’s such a wonderful animated movie. 

b. Nam: That’s great. I’m pleased to hear you like it.
c. Mai: Yes, I saw it already. I liked it so much.

7.  a. Peter: Hi, Linh! Thanks a lot. You look great, too. Have you been traveling? 

b.  Linh: Hi, Peter! It’s been ages. You look amazing!
c.  Linh: Yes, I just got back from a trip to Europe!

8.   a. Thao: Hey, Jack! Good to see you again. You look refreshed!
b.   Thao: I’ve been learning to play the guitar!
c.  Jack: Hi, Thao! Thanks! I just got back from a wellness retreat. How about you?

9. a. Mark: Tomorrow, we’ll get the results of the Speaking and Singing English Competition. Do you think we will win?
b. Nam: And the song sung by Group B is also very good.
c. Mark: True. There’re so many great ideas. The judges will have a difficult decision to make.
d. Nam: It’s hard to predict who’ll win. Other groups also are excellent.
e. Mark: I agree. The presentation of Group C is going to impress the judges. 

10. a. John: I’m planning to visit Japan next summer.
b. Mary: Why Japan?
c. Mary: Have you already decided on the places you want to visit?
d. John: I’ve always been fascinated by Japanese culture and history.
e. Mary: That sounds amazing! I hope you enjoy the trip.

11. a. Finally, vocational training gives you the knowledge, hands-on experience, and connections to start your career quickly and successfully.
b. Firstly, it teaches practical, hands-on skills that relate directly to the job you want.
c. Vocational training offers numerous benefits for individuals.
d. Secondly, it helps you get into work faster because it focuses on what industries really need.
e. Graduates often have skills that are in demand, making them stand out to employers.

12. a. Kate: I’m starting with landscapes, but I want to try portraits eventually.
b. Kate: I’ve decided to take up painting as a hobby.
c. Anna: That sounds like a lot of fun!
d. Kate: Yeah, it helps me relax after work.
e. Anna: What kind of painting are you doing?

13.  a. Dr. Smith: How do you do.
b. Margaret: Mr. Wilson, I’d like you to meet Dr. Edward Smith.
c. Mr. Wilson: How do you do, Dr. Smith.
d. Margaret: Dr. Smith is an economist. He’s just finished writing a book on international trade.
e. Mr. Wilson: Oh? That’s my field, too. I work for the United Nations.

14.  a. Mary: I’ll be working as a marketing assistant at a tech company.
b. Tom: That’s great news! What will you be doing?
c.  Mary: I’m excited to start my new job next week!
d. Tom: Sounds like a wonderful opportunity!
e. Mary: I hope to learn a lot and grow in my career.

15. a. Anna: Why a workshop?

b. Anna: Workshops can be stressful. I might just write more on my own.
c.   Anna: What’s your plan for improving your writing skills?
d. Chris: They provide feedback, and you can learn from others’ writing.
e.   Chris: I’m going to enroll in a writing workshop.

16. a. Ryan: I’m planning to attend networking events.
b. Ryan: They help build connections, and you can meet industry leaders.
c. Mia: How are you going to advance your career?
d. Mia: I think networking can be awkward. I might look for online opportunities instead.
e. Mia: Why networking events?

Q1: Dear John,
a.    It's a religious holiday and we value it very much. Do you have a similar festival in your country?
b.    In India, we have a tradition called Diwali. It's in October or November. We celebrate the value of good over evil and light over darkness.
c.    Then, we give presents and eat special food. We also light candles and fireworks.
d.    To prepare for this, first, we clean our houses and wear new clothes.
e.    Thanks for your email. I'd love to tell you about a festival in my country
Best regards,
Alice

Q2:HiAlex,
a. I feel much more confident about presenting it now.
b. I hope we can work together again in the future!
c.  Let me know if you’re available for another collaboration soon.
d.  Thanks so much for your help with the project last week.

e.  Your suggestions really improved the final outcome.
Best,
Catherine

Q3.   Dear Maria,
a. It’s a religious holiday and we value it very much. Do you have a similar festival in your country?
b. In India, we have a tradition called Diwali. It is in October or November. We celebrate the value of good over evil and light over darkness.
c. Then, we give presents and eat special food. We also light candles and fireworks.
d. To prepare for this, first, we clean our houses and wear new clothes.
e. Thanks for your email. I’d love to tell you about a festival in my country.
Best,
Rahul

Q4. Dear Sir,
a. I heard about this opportunity in a public announcement last Monday.
b. I am interested in your community development projects because I really care about the life of people in the community and want to offer my services to you.
c. I am writing to apply for a volunteer position at the local center for community development.
d. Currently, all my Sunday afternoons are free, and I will be able to help at the center if I am chosen.
e. I am always available for an interview on any weekday after 4.30 p.m. or at weekends. I look forward to hearing from you.
Your faithfully,

Q5. Dear Phuong,
a. Additionally, there’s a focus on creating more green spaces within cities, contributing to a healthier environment.
b. The government is actively promoting sustainable practices, encouraging eco-friendly construction, and enhancing public transportation to reduce congestion.
c. I hope this information is useful for you.
d. Hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to share some interesting news about urban development policies in Viet Nam.
e. It’s impressive to see how these policies aim to balance urban growth with environmental considerations. Take care,

Hi Trang,
a. One solution we could consider is organising a community cleanup event.
d. We can gather volunteers to pick up litter, especially focusing on plastic waste.
b. Let me know your thoughts on this, and if you’re interested, we can plan something together.
e. I hope this email finds you well. I want to bring up a concern that’s been on my mind lately - the increasing amount of plastic waste in our neighbourhood - leaving harmful effects on our environment.
c. Additionally, we could promote the use of reusable bags and containers, reducing the amount of single- use plastics.
Best regards,