The noise from the trains ______ me terribly last night.

When she came into the hall, she ______ her arms to the audience, smiled and bowed deeply.

Because she loves the city so much, she ______ in London since she finished university.

This is my favorite movie! I ______ it five times since last Christmas.

During her shopping trip yesterday, Sarah ______ her new phone in the food court.

______ on the beach, they pick up litter.

______ for the train, I read some articles about global warming.

______ the forest fire, the children immediately called the police.

Each deputy should be ______ for one ASEAN community council, supported by a team of competent and able lawyers.

Nonrenewable energy has negative ______ on the environment.

Police are ______ significant progress in fighting computer crime.

The tiger is ______ of extinction. It is difficult to find them in the wild.

There are lots of things we can all do to ______ the environment.

The government is launching a campaign to ______ public awareness about the importance of volunteering in the community.

Cultural ______ is the best way for young people to understand other countries’ values and ideas.

Singapore has made a huge ______ to scholarships for ASEAN’s students.

Students with good ______ skills usually communicate well and manage teamwork effectively.

Being told about cultures from other countries annually is an ______ experience.

All participants agree that more opportunities should be given to women so that they can ______ their countries at international events.

The city produces 20 million tons of household ______ each year.

We need to preserve the ______ of wildlife because each of species has an important role to play.

Oil spills are a great ______ to the undersea world.

People are destroying the air by adding ______ to it.

Circle the underlined part that is incorrect in the following sentence: This conference focussed on discuss local and regional issues.

Circle the underlined part that is incorrect in the following sentence: Organise the ASEAN workshop was harder than I expected.

Circle the underlined part that is incorrect in the following sentence: His job involves to translate documents about ASEAN events.

Circle the underlined part that is incorrect in the following sentence: I am thinking of participate in a youth competition.

Circle the underlined part that is incorrect in the following sentence: She thanked me for help her a lot when she was in trouble.

Circle the underlined part that is incorrect in the following sentence: He got good marks at his exams because he spent almost his time revise his lessons.

Read the advertisement titled Strategic Crossroads: Vietnam's Pivotal Role in ASEAN's Geopolitical Balance. Choose the best option to complete blank (1): "Vietnam's (1) ______ approach has transformed remarkably and consistently since joining ASEAN."

Read the same advertisement. Choose the best option to complete blank (2): "Vietnam imparts profound historical wisdom (2) ______ the international diplomatic community."

Read the same advertisement. Choose the best option to complete blank (3): "Vietnamese diplomats never (3) ______ off the handle."

Based on the passage about how climate change affects different nations, which of the following is NOT MENTIONED as a climate change impact in the passage? The passage discusses rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and changing rainfall patterns affecting communities differently.

In the passage, the word "uneven" in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

In the passage, the word "their" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

In the passage, the word "threaten" in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by ______.

According to paragraph 3 of the passage, which group of countries suffers severe climate impacts even though they contribute very little to global emissions?

In which paragraph of the passage does the writer discuss how some countries have contributed less to climate change but suffer more from its effects?

In which paragraph of the passage does the writer mention that financial support should be provided to poorer nations?

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Tom: I put my phone in the fridge by mistake this morning. b. Tom: No, I just wanted cold calls to feel more real! c. Lily: Why? Was it too hot to call someone?

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Lily: You used a toaster for pancakes?! b. Max (robot): I tried cooking pancakes… But I set the toaster on fire. c. Max: I’m still learning… But the smoke alarm was impressed.

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Claire: Burnt or golden? b. Eli: A bit of both—like my life. c. Eli: I made toast this morning.

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Tom: Yes, it is. I take it every day to work. First time here? b. Sarah: Good morning! Is this bus going downtown? c. Sarah: Actually, I just moved nearby. I’m starting a new job today.

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Tom: Yes! It tells me when my vegetables need water. Want to try it? b. Sarah: Cool! Does it work with the new soil sensors too? c. Sarah: Hi Tom! Is that your new plant‑monitoring drone?

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. David: Yes! And it predicts the weather too. No more getting caught in the rain! b. Emma: Technology makes life easier. Want to grab a coffee while we wait? c. Emma: Good morning, David! I love these new solar bus stops with free Wi‑Fi. d. Emma: That’s so useful! Did you see the digital map? It shows the bus arriving in 3 minutes. e. David: Me too! And look, my phone is charging from the solar panel bench.

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Tom: You tried it? Their blueberry muffins are amazing. b. Sarah: Overwhelming but good. Everyone was so welcoming. c. Tom: How was your first day at work? d. Sarah: Tom! You were right about that coffee shop you mentioned. e. Sarah: I had one with my latte. Perfect start to my day.

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Ella: I looked under the tree and behind the shed, but I didn’t see anything strange. b. Ella: That sounds fun, and I’ll bring a flashlight in case it gets dark! c. Ella: I found an old key in my backyard, but I don’t know what it opens. d. Max: Maybe it belongs to a hidden box, so we should search around the garden. e. Max: If we dig near the big stone, we might discover something exciting.

Choose the correct order of the lines to form a coherent conversation. a. Leo: That sounds great, but do we need to bring anything else in case it rains? b. Leo: Perfect! If we find a nice spot under a tree, we can eat and watch the ducks at the same time. c. Anna: I checked the forecast before leaving home, and it says it will stay sunny all afternoon. d. Anna: Let’s go now because it might get crowded later, and I want the best spot for our little adventure. e. Anna: Hey, Leo, I packed some sandwiches because the weather is so nice, and I thought we could have a picnic in the park.

a. Tom: That sounds fun, although I still wish we could go outside. b. Tom: I wanted to ride my bike, but the road is too wet. c. Emma: Let’s play chess because it’s fun and it makes us think! d. Emma: It’s raining today, so I can’t go to the park. e. Emma: We can stay inside and play a game while we wait for the sun. Choose the best order of the sentences a–e to make a coherent dialogue.

a. Jack: I ran to school, but I forgot my backpack. b. Jack: You’re right, and at least I remembered my lunch. c. Olivia: I woke up late because my alarm didn’t ring. d. Olivia: That’s bad luck, although your shoes still match! e. Olivia: Let’s sit in the back, so the teacher won’t see us. Choose the best order of the sentences a–e to make a coherent conversation.

Dear Sarah, a. Since we can make better choices every single day, we should use less plastic, drive less, and save more energy. b. Let's work together as responsible citizens so our grandchildren can enjoy clean air and nature, which they rightfully deserve from us. c. Although we enjoy comfort and convenience today, we create serious problems for our children's future without thinking enough. d. I worry about our beautiful planet, which gets warmer each year because of pollution. e. If we don't change our wasteful habits now, they will inherit a world with many environmental difficulties and fewer resources. Your friend, LK Choose the best order of the parts a–e to make a coherent letter.

Dear Lan, a. Since you are attending too, maybe we can meet there? b. When you talked about our products, I felt very proud because we work hard every day. If you need more samples, please let me know. c. I am excited that you visited our factory in Vietnam last week. Although we are small, we make many parts for big companies in ASEAN. d. I hope you had a safe trip home, and I look forward to working with you soon. e. Our team wants to join the supply chain meeting in Bangkok next month, which will help us grow our business. Best regards, LK Choose the best order of the parts a–e to make a coherent letter.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: She was shocked by the bad news and burst into tears.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: The car was taken to the garage, and it was repaired within an hour.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: If the ozone layer is damaged badly, it will affect human health and ecosystems.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: Some farmers were worried about the consequences of deforestation, so they stopped burning trees to create farmland.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: If carbon dioxide is produced in huge amounts, it causes air pollution and climate change.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: Because dwellers was warned about the danger, they moved to other places.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: The event is organised by our team and it will surely be a great success.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: The film is based on real events and tells the story of a reporter.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: She was admired by everyone and began to grow arrogant.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: He was dumped by his girlfriend and felt really depressed.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: She was born in Hollywood and knows all the famous movie stars.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: He was accused of murder and arrested.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: The house was decorated with colorful lights, and it looked very beautiful.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: He was injured in the accident and had to stay in the hospital for a week.

Rewrite the following sentence as long as the meaning is unchanged, using a past participle clause: The documents were signed by the director, and they became legally valid.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Shocked by the bad news": She was shocked by the bad news and burst into tears.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Taken to the garage": The car was taken to the garage, and it was repaired within an hour.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Damaged badly": If the ozone layer is damaged badly, it will affect human health and ecosystems.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Worried about the consequences of deforestation": Some farmers were worried about the consequences of deforestation, so they stopped burning trees to create farmland.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Produced in huge amounts": If carbon dioxide is produced in huge amounts, it causes air pollution and climate change.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Warned about the danger": Because dwellers was warned about the danger, they moved to other places.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Organised by our team": The event is organised by our team and it will surely be a great success.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Based on real events": The film is based on real events and tells the story of a reporter.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Admired by everyone": She was admired by everyone and began to grow arrogant.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Dumped by his girlfriend": He was dumped by his girlfriend and felt really depressed.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Born in Hollywood": She was born in Hollywood and knows all the famous movie stars.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Accused of murder": He was accused of murder and arrested.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Decorated with colorful lights": The house was decorated with colorful lights, and it looked very beautiful.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Injured in the accident": He was injured in the accident and had to stay in the hospital for a week.

Rewrite the sentence beginning with "Signed by the director": The documents were signed by the director, and they became legally valid.