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WorksheetsGrade 11 Worksheet Extraction – Grammar Section
Total questions: 144
Worksheet time: 48mins
Exercise 1: Give the correct forms of the verbs in brackets. The students practised (speak) English before the exam.
speaking
to speak
spoke
speak
Exercise 1: Give the correct forms of the verbs in brackets. I can’t help (laugh) whenever he tells that story.
laugh
to laugh
laughing
laughed
Exercise 1: Give the correct forms of the verbs in brackets. A long and healthy life often involves (eat) balanced meals daily.
eating
to eat
eat
eaten
Exercise 1: Give the correct forms of the verbs in brackets. The forum focused on (promote) digital literacy among young people in Southeast Asia.
promote
promoted
promoting
to promote
The biggest advantage of smart sensors is monitoring (monitor) traffic automatically.
monitoring
monitor
to monitor
monitored
Students appreciated being given (give) opportunities to join ASEAN cultural exchanges.
being given
given
to give
giving
Many families consider moving (move) to smart districts with better services.
moving
to move
move
moved
Students spend hours researching (research) how AI can transform urban life.
researching
to research
research
researched
My sister’s hobby is collecting (collect) postcards from different countries.
collecting
to collect
collected
collect
Visitors may have difficulty communicating (communicate) if they don’t speak the local language.
communicating
to communicate
communicate
communicated
I want to apologise for forgetting (forget) to send you the important documents that you needed yesterday.
forgetting
to forget
forgot
forget
Vietnam has developed (develop) stronger economic partnerships since it joined (join) ASEAN in 1995.
has developed – joined
develops – has joined
developed – was joining
has been developing – joins
My sister has studied (study) Japanese for 5 years, and she can now speak it confidently.
has studied
studied
was studying
has been studied
In the past, parents made (make) most decisions for their children.
made
make
were making
have made
When I was a kid, my parents always took (take) me to the countryside during summer.
took
take
have taken
were taking
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: The weather was terrible yesterday, so we ______ cancel our outdoor activities.
must
had to
mustn’t
shouldn’t
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: You ______ bring your own water bottle because free water is provided at the event.
mustn’t
don’t have to
should
have to
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: If you want to stay healthy, you ______ exercise regularly.
mustn’t
shouldn’t
should
don’t have to
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: Classmates ______ copy each other’s homework under any circumstances.
must
doesn’t have to
mustn’t
should
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: We ______ wear formal clothes to the meeting because the manager said a casual outfit is perfectly acceptable today.
mustn’t
didn’t have to
don’t have to
must
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: Vietnamese students felt ______ after receiving invitations to join an ASEAN youth camp.
exciting
excited
excitingly
excitement
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: The new smart park in our city looks _____ at night with colourful LED lights.
beautiful
beautify
beautifully
beauty
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: The idea of using robots to assist elderly people sounds _____ and practical.
help
helpfulness
helpful
helpfully
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: Underground pedestrian tunnels seem _____ in reducing accidents on crowded streets.
effectiveness
effective
effect
effectively
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the following question: Now, the chef is tasting the soup _____. It tastes _____.
carefully – delicious
careful – delicious
carefully – deliciously
careful – deliciously
Choose the appropriate option to complete the sentence: Now, he is thinking / thinks of buying a new apartment in this modern city. I think / am thinking it’s a great idea.
is thinking; think
thinks; am thinking
is thinking; am thinking
thinks; think
Choose the appropriate option to complete the sentence: In cities of the future, green spaces will be belonging / belong to everyone, encouraging community gatherings and outdoor activities.
will be belonging
will belong
Choose the appropriate option to complete the sentence: Do you remember / Are you remembering the time we participated in the ASEAN Youth programme?
Do you remember
Are you remembering
Choose the correct form to complete the sentence: They are preferring / prefer to eat organic food instead of processed snacks for their health.
are preferring
prefer to
Choose the correct forms to complete Tom’s reply based on the dialogue: Mia: “What are you doing in the kitchen?” – Tom: “I taste / am tasting the sauce. It tastes / is tasting too salty.”
I taste; It tastes
I am tasting; It tastes
I am tasting; It is tasting
I taste; It is tasting
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: With advanced planning, future cities seem capable / capability of handling increased population growth and demands.
capable of
capability of
Choose the correct form to complete the sentence: I don’t see / am not seeing the value in buying expensive items that I won’t use often.
don’t see
am not seeing
Choose the correct form to complete the sentence: My parents are liking / like traveling to new places, discovering different cultures and cuisines along the way.
are liking
like
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: The students appear nervous / nervously before presenting their projects to the class.
nervous
nervously
Choose the correct form to complete the sentence: If the package is weighing / weighs 50 kilograms, it will incur additional shipping fees.
is weighing
weighs
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: It’s not a good idea for you to ignore air-quality alerts. (SHOULD) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
You should not ignore air-quality alerts.
You should ignore air-quality alerts.
You should have ignored air-quality alerts.
You should be ignoring air-quality alerts.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: Residents are required to register their electric motorbikes before 2027. (HAVE) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
Residents have to register their electric motorbikes before 2027.
Residents had to register their electric motorbikes before 2027.
Residents have registered their electric motorbikes before 2027.
Residents will have registered their electric motorbikes before 2027.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: It’s the first time Mia has seen self-driving buses on every street. (BEFORE) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
Mia has never seen self-driving buses on every street before.
Mia never saw self-driving buses on every street before.
Mia hasn’t seen self-driving buses on every street before now.
Mia didn’t see self-driving buses on every street before.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: The number of people living in cities has increased greatly in recent decades. (DWELLERS) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
There has been a great increase in the number of city dwellers in recent decades.
There was a great increase in the number of city dwellers in recent decades.
There is a great increase in the number of city dwellers in recent decades.
There will be a great increase in the number of city dwellers in recent decades.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: It is compulsory for students to write an essay on ASEAN history to join the event. (PART) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
Students have to write an essay on ASEAN history to take part in the event.
Students had to write an essay on ASEAN history to take part in the event.
Students must write an essay on ASEAN history to take part in the event.
Students will write an essay on ASEAN history to take part in the event.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: Although there was pressure for Leo to do the same job as his father, Leo chose a completely different career path. (FOOTSTEPS) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
Despite the pressure to follow in his father’s footsteps, Leo chose a completely different career path.
Despite pressure to follow his father’s footsteps, Leo chooses a completely different career path.
Despite the pressure following his father’s footsteps, Leo had chosen a completely different career path.
Despite the pressure to be in his father’s footsteps, Leo chose a completely different career path.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: A park nearby has made my neighbourhood become a nicer place to live in. (LIVEABLE) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
Thanks to a park nearby, my neighbourhood has become a more liveable place.
Thanks to a nearby park, my neighbourhood becomes the most liveable place.
Because of a park nearby, my neighbourhood is liveable place.
Thanks to parks nearby, my neighbourhood will become a liveable place.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: After completing the programme, she had the particular skills for the project. (QUALIFIED) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
After completing the programme, she was qualified for the project.
After completing the programme, she qualified the project.
After completing the programme, she has qualified for the project.
After completing the programme, she was qualification for the project.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: It’s recommended for participants to learn basic greetings of other ASEAN languages. (SHOULD) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
Participants should learn basic greetings of other ASEAN languages.
Participants should have learned basic greetings of other ASEAN languages.
Participants should be learning basic greetings of other ASEAN languages.
Participants shouldn’t learn basic greetings of other ASEAN languages.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: The ASEAN language exchange event was broadcast live to promote cultural understanding. (LIVE-STREAMED) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
In order to promote cultural understanding, the ASEAN language exchange event was live-streamed.
To promote cultural understanding, the ASEAN language exchange event has been live-streamed.
Promoting cultural understanding, the ASEAN language exchange event live-streams.
For promoting cultural understanding, the ASEAN language exchange event is live-streamed.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: The last time the city upgraded its public transport system was five years ago. (FOR) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
The city has not upgraded its public transport system for five years.
The city was not upgrading its public transport system for five years.
The city does not upgrade its public transport system for five years.
The city hasn’t been upgrading its public transport system for five years.
Writing – Exercise 1. Write the second sentence so that it is similar in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word in bold. Do not change the given word in any way. Original: We should sleep at least seven hours a night because this brings our health many benefits. (BENEFICIAL) Choose the sentence that correctly keeps the meaning and uses the bold word.
It is necessary for us to sleep at least seven hours a night because this is beneficial to our health.
Sleeping at least seven hours a night is benefit for our health.
It is necessary to sleep at least seven hours a night because it benefits healths.
It is necessarily to sleep at least seven hours a night because this is beneficial to health.
Exercise 2: Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. You may need to change the forms of some verbs and nouns. A lot of / member of Generation Z / fond / use / social media / express / their opinions.
A lot of members of Generation Z are fond of using social media to express their opinions.
A lot of member of Generation Z fond use social media express their opinions.
Many Generation Z are fond using social media for express their opinion.
A lot of members of Generation Z is fond of use social media to expressing their opinions.
Exercise 2: Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. You may need to change the forms of some verbs and nouns. So far, / many / Vietnamese student / join / ASEAN exchanges / learn valuable leadership and teamwork skills.
So far, many Vietnamese students have joined ASEAN exchanges to learn valuable leadership and teamwork skills.
So far, many Vietnamese student joined ASEAN exchanges to learning valuable leadership and teamwork skill.
So far, a lot Vietnamese students join ASEAN exchange to learn valuable leadership and teamwork skills.
So far, many Vietnamese students has joined ASEAN exchanges learn valuable leadership and teamwork skills.
Exercise 2: Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. You may need to change the forms of some verbs and nouns. Give up junk food / allow / teenagers / stay more alert / and / concentrate better / class.
Giving up junk food allows teenagers to stay more alert and concentrate better in class.
Give up junk food allow teenagers stay more alert and concentrate better at class.
Giving up junk food allowed teenager to stay more alert and concentrate best in the class.
Giving up the junk foods allow teenagers staying more alert and concentrate better on class.
Exercise 2: Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. You may need to change the forms of some verbs and nouns. ASEAN / a regional organisation / that / promote peace and cooperation / in Southeast Asia.
ASEAN is a regional organisation that promotes peace and cooperation in Southeast Asia.
ASEAN are regional organisation that promote peace and cooperation at Southeast Asia.
ASEAN is regional organisation which promoting peace and cooperating in Southeast Asia.
ASEAN, a regional organisation, promote peace and cooperation on Southeast Asia.
Exercise 2: Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. You may need to change the forms of some verbs and nouns. Smart cities / will / encourage / use / public transport / instead / drive personal vehicles every day.
Smart cities will encourage the use of public transport instead of driving personal vehicles every day.
Smart cities will encourage using public transport rather than drive personal vehicles everyday.
Smart cities will encourage people use the public transport instead drive personal vehicles daily.
Smart city will encourage the use of public transports instead of driven personal vehicles every day.
Exercise 2: Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. You may need to change the forms of some verbs and nouns. ASEAN countries / committed / reduce / pollution, which / now / become / a serious problem / many / city in the region.
ASEAN countries are committed to reducing pollution, which is now becoming a serious problem in many cities in the region.
ASEAN countries committed reduce pollution, which now become serious problem in many city in the region.
ASEAN countries are committing to reduce pollution that now becomes a serious problems in many city in the region.
ASEAN countries commit reducing pollution, now becoming serious problem for many cities of the region.
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The aim of the organisation is to improve ______ between countries in the region.
themes
representatives
relations
goals
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. ______ is when people from different countries or communities share their traditions, ideas, and ways of life with each other.
Gender equality
Cultural exchange
Urban centre
Nuclear family
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Many cities are building wider pavements to give ______ more space to walk safely.
criminals
pedestrians
viewers
spectators
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. A(n) ______ city offers good schools, hospitals, and affordable housing.
liveable
infectious
curious
excessive
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. ASEAN leaders meet every year to ______ dialogue and solve shared problems.
operate
honour
promote
qualify
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Many people in big cities worry about their ______ because the streets are full of cameras.
contribution
infection
privacy
efficiency
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Some buses have ______ to count the number of passengers getting on and off.
smart sensors
card readers
cycle paths
traffic jams
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. At the start of an ASEAN workshop, teachers use short activities to break the ______ and help students relax.
stone
ice
rock
stick
IV. VOCABULARY — Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Grandparents often ______ family time, even when teenagers prefer to hang out with friends.
familiarise
prioritise
evaporate
criticise
Young volunteers from all member states can make a ______ to regional development projects.
characteristic
sustainability
contribution
development
Give the correct form of the word in brackets: Some people get food POISONING (POISON) after eating food from street stalls that are not clean.
poisoning
poison
poisonous
poisoned
Give the correct form of the word in brackets: Thailand introduced a PROPOSAL (PROPOSE) to promote safer travel between ASEAN countries.
proposal
proposed
proposing
proposition
Give the correct form of the word in brackets: Young volunteers need good LEADERSHIP (LEAD) skills to organise community projects in different countries.
leadership
leader
leading
lead
Give the correct form of the word in brackets: Visiting a large city for the first time can be an EYE-OPENING (EYE) experience.
eye-opening
eye
eyesight
eyesore
Give the correct form of the word in brackets: A SKYSCRAPER (SKY) usually has offices, restaurants, and even small shops inside.
skyscraper
skyline
sky
skyward
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: At the ASEAN Youth Forum, students talked about ______ issues such as plastic pollution and digital safety.
current
sustainable
freedom
life expectancy
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: ASEAN ______ often attend conferences to strengthen relationships between member states.
representatives
compliment
conflicts
operate
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: In busy cities, it can be hard to feel a ______ if people do not talk to their neighbours.
sense of community
freedom
current
sustainable
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: Older generations often fear that too much ______ could lead young people to make risky choices.
freedom
conflicts
compliment
operate
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: During the ASEAN youth meeting, a delegate from Laos paid the Vietnamese team a ______ for their clear presentation.
compliment
representatives
conflicts
life expectancy
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: A ______ city has good public transport that reduces traffic and pollution.
sustainable
current
operate
live-stream
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: Many bike-sharing services ______ through a mobile app.
operate
compliment
conflicts
freedom
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: The organisers plan to ______ the traditional performances from each ASEAN country.
live-stream
representatives
life expectancy
sense of community
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: ______ may appear when parents expect high grades, but teenagers want more time for hobbies.
conflicts
freedom
compliment
current
Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word from the table: Many countries are seeing an increase in ______ because of better medical care.
life expectancy
sense of community
sustainable
operate
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: In cities of the future, people will interact ______ smart screens to get travel information.
with
on
to
at
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: To apply for the ASEAN scholarship, applicants must prepare a short essay ______.
to
for
with
at
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: Jogging in the park is a simple way to work ______ without spending money.
out
up
off
in
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: Sharing new ideas at meetings helps contribute ______ better cooperation between ASEAN countries.
to
for
with
into
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: In future cities, old buses may be replaced ______ electric ones to reduce pollution.
with
by
for
on
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: Teachers congratulated the students on winning first prize at the ASEAN quiz competition.
on
at
for
with
Fill in each blank with ONE suitable preposition/adverbial particle: The cultural team put ______ a call for ideas for a new festival celebrating traditional arts.
out
up
in
off
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. a. An: The traffic jam this morning was terrible; I was stuck on the same road for almost thirty minutes. b. An: Maybe the city should add more bike lanes so fewer people depend on cars. c. Hung: I know! I left home early, but I still arrived late because the cars weren’t moving at all.
b - c - a
a - c - b
a - b - c
c - b - a
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. a. Thien: Yes, I hope to join their community development project hosted in Laos. b. Minh Duc: Are you planning to apply for the AVYP programme this year? c. Minh Duc: That sounds amazing, and their leadership workshops are very helpful for young volunteers.
c - a - b
b - a - c
a - c - b
a - b - c
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. a. Nike: I think they’re excellent because they make streets safer and more pleasant to walk. b. Jane: What do you think about completely car-free zones in dense city centres? c. Nike: Moreover, shops and cafés become more lively when more pedestrians visit. d. Jane: Removing cars also helps reduce pollution and noise immediately. e. Jane: I hope our city adopts a similar model to improve daily life.
b - c - e - a - d
b - a - d - c - e
c - e - d - a - b
e - a - b - c - d
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. a. Chloe: I’m thinking of Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia. b. Ethan: Great choices! Each country has amazing food, culture, and scenery. c. Chloe: I really want to travel around ASEAN next year and visit a few countries. d. Chloe: And travelling within ASEAN is easy because many countries don’t require a visa. e. Ethan: Which places are you planning to go first?
c - e - a - b - d
a - e - d - b - c
a - b - d - e - c
c - b - a - e - d
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. Dear SSEAYP Committee, a. Joining SSEAYP would help me improve these skills in an international environment and represent Vietnam with responsibility and enthusiasm. b. This programme matches my goal of becoming a youth leader who helps strengthen cooperation in our region. c. I hope to contribute meaningfully to the programme while learning from outstanding peers across ASEAN and Japan. d. Through volunteering at local schools and NGOs, I have learned useful skills such as planning events, leading discussions, and supporting community projects. e. My name is Minh, and I am writing to express my strong interest in joining The Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Programme (SSEAYP). Sincerely, Minh
e - d - c - a - b
e - b - d - a - c
d - b - e - c - a
d - c - a - e - b
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. Dear City Research Centre Team, a. I would be grateful for your understanding and assistance with this request.
e - d - c - a - b
e - b - d - a - c
d - b - e - c - a
d - c - a - e - b
Choose the best order of sentences a–e to create a coherent paragraph about the city of Marvelli. a. Marvelli has now become a more dynamic and prosperous city, offering greater opportunities for both residents and investors. b. These vital improvements have notably boosted Marvelli’s economy, fostering the growth of local businesses and attracting foreign investment. c. To accommodate this growth, city planners have replaced the older terraced housing with modern high-rise buildings and expanded public facilities such as schools and hospitals. d. Recognising the increasing traffic congestion, the city council has had the main roads widened and an intelligent traffic monitoring system installed to optimise traffic flow. e. Over the past decade, the city of Marvelli has undergone a considerable transformation, experiencing an upsurge in population and an overload on the existing transport infrastructure.
a – b – d – e – c
e – d – c – a – b
a – d – b – c – e
e – c – d – b – a
Choose the best order of sentences a–e to create a coherent paragraph about Sam’s journey to recovery. a. He began exercising, practicing mindfulness, and surrounding himself with supportive friends. b. Over time, he regained his confidence and found joy in life again, proving to himself that healing was possible. c. He often isolated himself, believing that no one would understand his pain. d. One day, he decided to seek help and started talking to a therapist, who guided him through his emotions. e. For a long time, Sam struggled with depression, feeling lost and unmotivated every day.
e – c – d – a – b
e – d – c – b – a
e – a – c – b – d
d – b – a – c – e
News 1: Let the game begin! Read the news excerpt below and choose the option that best fits blank (1). "The 33rd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 33) kicked off in Bangkok on December 9 with a (1) ______ celebrating regional unity and competition. The ceremony was (2) ______ of five main segments that told the story of the SEA Games’ history, celebrated sport, culture and friendship, and highlighted Southeast Asian unity. Modern lights, (3) ______ performances, music and art filled the stadium, and (4) ______ famous artists and athletes took part in the show. The SEA Games flame was lit to officially start the competition. Vietnam’s team marched proudly during the parade, led by flag bearers Le Thanh Thuy and Le Minh Thuan. Also, canoeists Nguyen Thi Huong and Diep Thi Huong won Vietnam’s first gold medal early in the Games." Choose the best phrase for blank (1).
opening spectacular ceremony
spectacular opening ceremony
ceremony opening spectacular
spectacular ceremony opening
News 1: Let the game begin! Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (2).
consisted
included
composed
contained
News 1: Let the game begin! Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (3).
traditional
current
sustainable
supportive
News 1: Let the game begin! Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (4).
little
each
many
another
News 2: Timor-Leste officially becomes ASEAN’s 11th member. Read the news excerpt and choose the option that best fits blank (1). "Timor-Leste officially became the 11th member of ASEAN at the 47th ASEAN Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 26, 2025. The event was celebrated with a (1) ______, attended by leaders of the other ten ASEAN countries. The country applied to join ASEAN in 2011, and after that, experts checked whether it was prepared in areas like political (2) ______, economic development, and government systems. In 2022, ASEAN gave Timor-Leste observer status, which allowed it to join (3) ______ ASEAN meetings, including the ASEAN Summit. When Malaysia served as ASEAN Chair in 2025, the process to help Timor-Leste become a full member was (4) ______ even more." Choose the best phrase for blank (1).
signing historic ceremony
historic ceremony signing
historic signing ceremony
ceremony historic signing
News 2: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (2).
opportunity
stability
community
efficiency
News 2: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (3).
every
all
much
few
News 2: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (4).
strengthened
contributed
interacted
experienced
News 3: Ha Noi to Ban Gasoline-Powered Vehicles. Read the news excerpt and choose the option that best fits blank (1). "Hanoi plans to limit gasoline motorbikes and vehicles in the city centre to make the capital cleaner and more modern. Starting July 1, 2026, petrol motorbikes will be banned at certain times or in (1) ______ areas inside Ring Road 1 to help (2) ______ air pollution and protect people’s health. The city will set up its first low-emission zone and later widen it to more places. Officials say this policy will encourage people to use electric vehicles and cleaner transport, as well as support improvements in buses and public transit. The city is also preparing (3) ______ to help residents change from petrol bikes to greener options. This plan is part of Hanoi’s larger (4) ______ to become a greener, future-focused city." Choose the best word for blank (1).
few
much
each
some
News 3: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (2).
alleviate
promote
establish
develop
News 3: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (3).
financial programs support
financial support programs
support financial programs
programs financial support
News 3: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (4).
view
recipe
goal
theme
Leaflet 1: New Year Festivals in ASEAN Countries. Read the leaflet excerpt and choose the option that best fits blank (1). "New Year festivals across ASEAN are vibrant cultural celebrations that reflect each nation’s history and values. Countries (1) ______ steps to honour traditions, strengthen family bonds, and welcome good fortune for the coming year. • Thailand celebrates Songkran with (2) ______ water-splashing events that symbolise washing away bad luck. • Vietnam welcomes Tet by preparing special family meals that (3) ______ generations. • Cambodia celebrates Chol Chnam Thmey with ceremonies where monks bless families for a (4) ______ year. • Laos enjoys Pi Mai with parades and gentle water-pouring that show respect and hope. • The Philippines greets New Year’s Eve with fireworks that create a lively and festive atmosphere." Choose the best word for blank (1).
make
pay
take
set
Leaflet 1: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (2).
enjoy
enjoyable
enjoyment
enjoyably
Leaflet 1: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (3).
connect
propose
restrict
adapt
Leaflet 1: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (4).
peaceful
honest
liveable
regular
Leaflet 2: Hà Nội marks new milestones toward becoming a globally connected city. Read the leaflet excerpt and choose the option that best fits blank (1). "Hà Nội is (1) ______ big changes to become a modern, friendly, and well-connected city. • New urban areas now (2) ______ homes, schools, hospitals, shopping centres, high-rise buildings, and large green parks, giving people more comfortable places to live. • New metro lines and upgraded ring roads help reduce (3) ______ and make traveling easier between the suburbs and the city centre. • Hà Nội actively protects its old streets, traditional culture, and historical sites. • More green spaces and better public services strike to create a clean and healthy environment for everyone. Hà Nội’s desire is to become a global, (4) ______, and liveable city by 2045 – a place where tradition and modern life grow together." Choose the best word for blank (1).
making
taking
putting
coming
Leaflet 2: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (2).
adopt
feature
consist
propose
Leaflet 2: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (3).
urban centres
traffic jams
roof gardens
card readers
Leaflet 2: Using the same excerpt, choose the option that best fits blank (4).
sustainable
sustain
sustainably
sustainability
Text Completion – Passage 1: Read the passage and choose the option that best fits blank (1). "Vietnam is an important and active member of ASEAN, a group of Southeast Asian countries that work together for peace, stability, and development. Since Vietnam joined ASEAN in 1995, (1) ______. For example, Vietnam supports projects that make trade easier and encourage investment; (2) ______, businesses can grow and connect with partners across the region. Vietnam also takes part in efforts to keep the region peaceful and safe. Although ASEAN still faces challenges such as territorial disagreements or natural disasters, Vietnam, through dialogue and respect for international rules, (3) ______. By doing this, Vietnam shows its strong commitment (4) ______. Besides economics and security, Vietnam joins many cultural and educational activities in ASEAN. Student exchanges, youth forums, and cultural events give young Vietnamese people opportunities to learn from their friends in other countries. At the same time, Vietnam shares its own traditions like Tet, water puppetry, and folk music, (5) ______." Choose the best completion for blank (1).
it has contributed actively to regional cooperation
its role has been limited to hosting meetings
it has avoided most ASEAN initiatives
membership has reduced its international engagement
Text Completion – Passage 1: Using the same passage, choose the option that best fits blank (2).
as a result
in contrast
nevertheless
on the whole
Text Completion – Passage 1: Using the same passage, choose the option that best fits blank (3).
continues to escalate tensions
helps build trust and find peaceful solutions
keeps a neutral distance from regional issues
focuses only on domestic matters
Text Completion – Passage 1: Using the same passage, choose the option that best fits blank (4).
to respecting shared values and laws
away from international cooperation
to limiting economic activities
against cultural exchange
Text Completion – Passage 1: Using the same passage, choose the option that best fits blank (5).
which strengthens the region’s cultural diversity
that reduces interest in regional culture
but discourages others from learning about it
so regional ties become less meaningful
Read the paragraph: In the future, Vietnam hopes to continue playing an active role by supporting digital transformation, sustainable development, and environmental protection. With cooperation and trust, Vietnam and other ASEAN countries can build a peaceful, prosperous, and friendly community for future generations. Based on this future-focused message, choose the option that best matches the statement about Vietnam’s role.
the country is making valuable contributions to the region
the country has contributed to the region in meaningful ways
the country will support the region in many important ways
the country helped the region grow in several positive ways
Using the same paragraph about Vietnam and ASEAN cooperation, choose the connector that best expresses the cause‑and‑effect relationship (cooperation and trust leading to a peaceful, prosperous, and friendly community).
however
therefore
in contrast
otherwise
From the paragraph on Vietnam’s collaborative role with ASEAN, choose the option that best describes how Vietnam works with other members to address issues.
which joins other countries to find solutions to different issues
it often cooperates with other members to solve many problems
collaborating with other countries to address several problems
teams up with other member states to solve various challenges
From the same context about regional cooperation, choose the option that best states Vietnam’s goal for supporting the region’s growth.
to promote regional development
to facilitating regional development
accelerating the growth of the region
to help the region to develop faster
Consider the note: commitment to do/doing something. Example: This project demonstrates our commitment to improving the quality of the city's green spaces. Choose the relative clause that correctly and clearly describes a project promoting Vietnamese culture across ASEAN.
which helps other ASEAN members understand Vietnamese culture better
encouraging artists across ASEAN to showcase their creative performances
made some cultural events in Vietnam become more popular across ASEAN
that leads several countries to organise more regional cultural exchanges
Passage 2: Cities of the future are expected to become more connected, more sustainable, and far more efficient than the places we know today. As technology continues to advance, urban planners are rethinking how cities should operate to create smoother and more convenient living conditions for everyone. Over the last few years, (1) ______, automated traffic lights, and electric buses, showing that a major transformation is already under way. A key priority for future cities is environmental protection. By reducing the use of gasoline vehicles and encouraging cleaner alternatives, city leaders hope to improve air quality with a view (2) ______. Another important aim is safety. With the help of smart sensors, artificial intelligence, and real‑time data, cities will be able to manage traffic, detect emergencies more quickly, and prevent accidents before they happen. Urban life will also become more flexible. People may work in hybrid environments where physical offices and virtual spaces are combined. Students, too, (3) ______ that allow them to study at their own pace and explore new subjects more easily. Despite these advantages, cities will still face serious challenges, including overcrowding, rising inequality, and the pressure to provide enough green spaces. (4) ______, governments must take action and design future cities that balance innovation with human needs, (5) ______. Select the best option for blank (1).
several cities have tried to stop using renewable energy systems
many cities will explore the use of renewable energy systems
a large number of cities are testing renewable energy systems
many cities have experimented with renewable energy systems
Using Passage 2 provided, select the best option for blank (2) in the phrase "with a view (2) ______."
reducing the illnesses that pollution can cause
to limit the negative health effects of pollution
to reducing pollution-related health problems
minimise the health problems linked to pollution
Using Passage 2 provided, select the best option for blank (3): "Students, too, (3) ______ that allow them to study at their own pace and explore new subjects more easily."
will have access to digital learning tools
who can enjoy digital learning tools
they make use of digital learning tools
taking advantage of new learning tools
Using Passage 2 provided, select the best option for blank (4) introducing a conclusion about government action.
As a result
Nevertheless
For example
Otherwise
Using Passage 2 provided, select the best option for blank (5) describing the goal for future cities.
offering spaces where all citizens could live with security but fewer chances
formed urban zones where some communities have to face rising daily pressures
creating places where all citizens can live with dignity and opportunity
that create places where all residents live with respect and access to opportunities
Exercise 1 – Read the passage about floating homes and answer: According to the passage, all of the following are mentioned as a reason for the rise of floating homes, EXCEPT ______.
urban land shortages
high construction costs on land
rapid city development
frequent flooding due to climate change
In the floating homes passage, the word "These" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
neighborhoods
space shortages
floating homes
eco-friendly materials
In the floating homes passage, the word "forward-thinking" in paragraph 2 could best be replaced by ______.
progressive
traditional
achievable
conventional
In the floating homes passage, the word "diminish" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
reduce
resolve
heighten
lower
In the floating homes passage, which option best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
While the building was demolished to make room for a building, it gained global recognition and improved later ideas.
The early design fell because it was not well maintained or funded but led to global interest and stronger designs later.
Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit? In fact, it is part of a broader urban planning strategy.
[I]
[II]
[III]
[IV]
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
Lagos has faced more severe flooding due to the impacts of climate change.
Floating homes are more expensive than regular houses to build and maintain.
A lack of funding can limit the success and development of floating structures.
Floating homes are usually made from concrete and use fossil fuels for power.
In which paragraph does the writer give examples of cities that are designing floating houses?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is an important organisation in Southeast Asia. It was established on August 8, 1967, with the goal of promoting cooperation and development among its member countries. ASEAN consists of ten countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. [I] One of the main purposes of ASEAN is to enhance regional integration. [II] They aim to create a unified region where goods, services, investments, and even skilled workers can move more freely across borders. [III] To achieve this, ASEAN has established initiatives like the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), which aims to create a single market and production base. [IV] ASEAN also focuses on maintaining peace and stability in the region. The member countries believe in resolving disputes through peaceful means and promoting dialogue among nations. They have established mechanisms like the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to discuss security issues and build trust among member states. Furthermore, ASEAN works to address common challenges faced by the region. This includes tackling issues such as climate change, natural disasters, and transnational crimes. The organisation promotes cooperation in areas like disaster management, sustainable development, and combating terrorism and human trafficking. In conclusion, ASEAN plays a significant role in Southeast Asia. It aims to promote regional integration, peace, and stability while addressing common challenges. Through its initiatives and mechanisms, ASEAN strives to create a more connected and prosperous region for its member countries. The word established in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
founded
protected
destroyed
upgraded
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is an important organisation in Southeast Asia. It was established on August 8, 1967, with the goal of promoting cooperation and development among its member countries. ASEAN consists of ten countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. [I] One of the main purposes of ASEAN is to enhance regional integration. [II] They aim to create a unified region where goods, services, investments, and even skilled workers can move more freely across borders. [III] To achieve this, ASEAN has established initiatives like the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), which aims to create a single market and production base. [IV] ASEAN also focuses on maintaining peace and stability in the region. The member countries believe in resolving disputes through peaceful means and promoting dialogue among nations. They have established mechanisms like the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to discuss security issues and build trust among member states. Furthermore, ASEAN works to address common challenges faced by the region. This includes tackling issues such as climate change, natural disasters, and transnational crimes. The organisation promotes cooperation in areas like disaster management, sustainable development, and combating terrorism and human trafficking. In conclusion, ASEAN plays a significant role in Southeast Asia. It aims to promote regional integration, peace, and stability while addressing common challenges. Through its initiatives and mechanisms, ASEAN strives to create a more connected and prosperous region for its member countries. Where in paragraph 2 does the following sentence best fit? This means that the member countries work together to build stronger economic, political, and social ties.
[I]
[II]
[III]
[IV]
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is an important organisation in Southeast Asia. It was established on August 8, 1967, with the goal of promoting cooperation and development among its member countries. ASEAN consists of ten countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. [I] One of the main purposes of ASEAN is to enhance regional integration. [II] They aim to create a unified region where goods, services, investments, and even skilled workers can move more freely across borders. [III] To achieve this, ASEAN has established initiatives like the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), which aims to create a single market and production base. [IV] ASEAN also focuses on maintaining peace and stability in the region. The member countries believe in resolving disputes through peaceful means and promoting dialogue among nations. They have established mechanisms like the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to discuss security issues and build trust among member states. Furthermore, ASEAN works to address common challenges faced by the region. This includes tackling issues such as climate change, natural disasters, and transnational crimes. The organisation promotes cooperation in areas like disaster management, sustainable development, and combating terrorism and human trafficking. In conclusion, ASEAN plays a significant role in Southeast Asia. It aims to promote regional integration, peace, and stability while addressing common challenges. Through its initiatives and mechanisms, ASEAN strives to create a more connected and prosperous region for its member countries. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of ASEAN’ roles?
safeguarding peace and stability
strengthening regional unity
building a strong military presence
solving environmental problems
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is an important organisation in Southeast Asia. It was established on August 8, 1967, with the goal of promoting cooperation and development among its member countries. ASEAN consists of ten countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. [I] One of the main purposes of ASEAN is to enhance regional integration. [II] They aim to create a unified region where goods, services, investments, and even skilled workers can move more freely across borders. [III] To achieve this, ASEAN has established initiatives like the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), which aims to create a single market and production base. [IV] ASEAN also focuses on maintaining peace and stability in the region. The member countries believe in resolving disputes through peaceful means and promoting dialogue among nations. They have established mechanisms like the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to discuss security issues and build trust among member states. Furthermore, ASEAN works to address common challenges faced by the region. This includes tackling issues such as climate change, natural disasters, and transnational crimes. The organisation promotes cooperation in areas like disaster management, sustainable development, and combating terrorism and human trafficking. In conclusion, ASEAN plays a significant role in Southeast Asia. It aims to promote regional integration, peace, and stability while addressing common challenges. Through its initiatives and mechanisms, ASEAN strives to create a more connected and prosperous region for its member countries. The word resolving in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to ______.
hindering
honouring
settling
supplying
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is an important organisation in Southeast Asia. It was established on August 8, 1967, with the goal of promoting cooperation and development among its member countries. ASEAN consists of ten countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. [I] One of the main purposes of ASEAN is to enhance regional integration. [II] They aim to create a unified region where goods, services, investments, and even skilled workers can move more freely across borders. [III] To achieve this, ASEAN has established initiatives like the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), which aims to create a single market and production base. [IV] ASEAN also focuses on maintaining peace and stability in the region. The member countries believe in resolving disputes through peaceful means and promoting dialogue among nations. They have established mechanisms like the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to discuss security issues and build trust among member states. Furthermore, ASEAN works to address common challenges faced by the region. This includes tackling issues such as climate change, natural disasters, and transnational crimes. The organisation promotes cooperation in areas like disaster management, sustainable development, and combating terrorism and human trafficking. In conclusion, ASEAN plays a significant role in Southeast Asia. It aims to promote regional integration, peace, and stability while addressing common challenges. Through its initiatives and mechanisms, ASEAN strives to create a more connected and prosperous region for its member countries. The word it in paragraph 4 refers to ______.
ASEAN
Southeast Asia
stability
integration
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4? Through its initiatives and mechanisms, ASEAN strives to create a more connected and prosperous region for its member countries.
Despite facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, ASEAN is dedicated to building a more integrated and prosperous region for its member nations.
With its strategies and processes, ASEAN seeks to strengthen connections and promote prosperity across its member countries.
ASEAN, while still in its development phase, is dedicated to creating a more connected and successful region.
With the help of its initiatives and systems, ASEAN has successfully achieved a more integrated and thriving region for its members.
In which paragraph does the author mention the year in which ASEAN was formed?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?
ASEAN aims to promote regional integration by facilitating the movement of goods, services, and skilled workers.
ASEAN addresses regional challenges such as climate change, natural disasters, and cross-border crimes.
ASEAN aims to create a single market and production base through the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).
ASEAN’s primary emphasis is on economic growth and stability in the region, ignoring political and security matters.
