SECTION I. LISTENING

Part 1: Listen to an interview and decide whether the statement is TRUE or FALSE. Tick (√) the correct boxes. You will listen to the recording TWICE.

| Question | Statement | True | False |
| 1 | Emma has been working in the media industry for five years. | □ | □ |
| 2 | According to Emma, social media can spread fake news very quickly. | □ | □ |
| 3 | The interviewer disagrees with Emma about the responsibility of the media. | □ | □ |
| 4 | The interviewer suggests that the media’s influence depends on how responsibly it shares information. | □ | □ |
| 5 | Emma believes the media is not very important in daily life. | □ | □ |

Part 2: Listen to a talk show about lifelong learning and choose the best answers, and circle the correct answer A, B, or C. You will listen to the recording TWICE.

Question 6: What was Julie’s part-time job?
A. An artist.
B. A teaching assistant.
C. A project manager.

Question 7: What did Julie study while having a part-time job?
A. A project management course.
B. An international business course.
C. A Vietnamese language course.

Question 8: What type of company is West Corner?
A. Hospitality.
B. Training.
C. Mining.

Question 9: What did Julie study in order to develop her professional skills?
A. Vietnamese language and culture.
B. Marketing.
C. Project development and management.

Question 10: Why was Julie promoted?
A. Because she had the right qualifications and spoke both English and Vietnamese.
B. Because she kept studying to improve her design skills.
C. Because she was good at project management.

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SECTION II. LANGUAGE FOCUS

Part 1: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 11: Healthcare providers can greatly benefit ______ diagnostic tools that increase accuracy and efficiency.
A. from
B. by
C. of
D. with

Question 12: She was ______ a talented singer that she won the singing competition easily.
A. such
B. so
C. like
D. as

Question 13: His parents wanted him to become an architect, but he didn’t ______ their expectations.
A. cut down on
B. get through to
C. put up with
D. live up to

Question 14: Skilled software developers are always in ______ due to the tech sector’s rapid growth.
A. demand
B. passion
C. tutor
D. decision

Question 15: I think punishment for poaching animals is not as ______ it should be.
A. harsher than
B. the harshest
C. harsh than
D. harsh as

Question 16: He had his robot vacuum cleaner ______ by the engineer.
A. activate
B. to activate
C. activating
D. activated

Question 17: Experts believe that ______ vehicles will ensure smoother traffic flow and enhanced safety.
A. autonomous
B. hands-on
C. human-like
D. obsolete

Question 18: Virtual reality technology affords students ______ experiences when studying history or biology without leaving their classroom.
A. self-driving
B. capable
C. hands-on
D. robotic

Part 2: Read the following advertisement/ school message and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Protect Wildlife, Shape Tomorrow!

Dear Students,
Let’s protect our planet’s biodiversity for a (19) ______ future!
– Respect wildlife habitats and avoid (20) ______ natural environments
– Reduce plastic waste to protect marine life
– Learn about local wildlife and spread awareness about conservation

Your actions today (21) ______ the world of tomorrow. Let’s unite to ensure a sustainable and thriving ecosystem for all living beings.
Together, we make a difference!

Question 19: A. brightest
B. brightly
C. more brightly
D. brighter

Question 20: A. disturbing
B. disturb
C. to disturb
D. to disturbing

Question 21: A. emphasise
B. identify
C. determine
D. satisfy

SECTION III. READING

Part 1: 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.

“Lifelong learning” means continuing to acquire new knowledge and skills throughout your life. It can occur in many ways, for example, by joining a local course, (22) ______ or reading books. These days, it has become easier than ever to learn new skills and improve your professional, personal, and social life thanks to new technology.

First of all, lifelong learning can offer benefits for your professional development. For example, (23) ______ for a company that does business internationally, learning a new language might help you get a better salary. (24) ______ you can develop your career in a different country. Another benefit is personal development, like taking a yoga class or learning how to cook a new dish you like. Lifelong learning can help you find new passions and hobbies. For example, you could take a course in digital design in (25) ______, then discover that you really love making fun and beautiful images! Lifelong learning also helps your social life. If you join a class, you will likely meet people who share the same interests. As you learn and gain skills and make new friends, you will likely become more confident in yourself. (26) ______.

Question 22:
A. taken virtual lessons online
B. to take virtual lessons online
C. take virtual lessons online
D. taking virtual lessons online

Question 23:
A. unless you are working
B. though you have worked
C. if you are working
D. since you have worked

Question 24:
A. Having used another language fluently
B. When you can use another language fluently
C. To use another language fluently
D. That you can use another language fluently

Question 25:
A. your free time
B. their free time
C. our free time
D. this free time

Question 26:
A. This can lead to greater satisfaction and happiness
B. Leading to greater satisfaction and happiness
C. Which can lead to greater satisfaction and happiness
D. It can lead to greater satisfaction and happiness

Part 2: 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 following questions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is likely to improve your engagement in non-STEM subjects (Literature, Art, Education, and Humanities). For instance, AI-powered language learning platforms like Duolingo and Rosetta Stone use natural language processing and machine instructions to provide personalised learning experiences. These platforms can adapt their learning content and pace to match your individual needs. This can help you learn at your own pace and in your own way, thereby, increasing engagement and motivation.

AI-powered writing and grammar tools such as Grammarly and Hemingway can provide instant feedback and suggestions for alternative phrasing and word choices. By analysing your grammar, vocabulary, and style, they can help you improve your writing skills and communicate better.

Similarly, you can play AI-powered educational games in history and social studies classes. Games like Civilization and Age of Empires use AI to create realistic historical simulations that can help you understand historical events and concepts in a more enjoyable and interactive way.

In music and art, there are creative tools such as Amper Music and Dream. These tools use AI to create original music and art based on users’ input. This can provide you with fun and imaginative ways to study these subjects.

Overall, AI can stimulate your interest in non-STEM subjects by providing personalised instructions, creating various learning experiences, and offering real-time feedback and support. As AI technology continues to evolve, you can expect to see even more innovative uses of AI in non-STEM education.

*(Adapted from Global Success Workbook 12)*

Question 27: What is the topic of the article?
A. The usefulness of AI in certain subjects
B. AI’s limitless and extraordinary capabilities
C. The harmful effects of abusing AI
D. A new AI chatbot’s outstanding functions

Question 28: The word “they” in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. instant suggestions
B. phrasing and word choices
C. grammar, vocabulary, and style
D. AI-powered writing and grammar tools

Question 29: Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A. Artificial Intelligence appears to be weak when having to work with STEM subjects.
B. AI-powered language learning platforms can tailor their behaviour to suit learners’ needs.
C. Creative tools can help you imitate pre-existing artworks in music and painting.
D. Game developers can use AI to build storylines to create possible future events.

Question 30: The word “stimulate” in paragraph 5 is opposite in meaning to ______.
A. promote
B. prevent
C. imitate
D. analyse

Question 31: According to the passage, AI can help people with all of the following, EXCEPT ______.
A. giving instant support
B. learning languages
C. boosting learning pace
D. providing materials in history classes

SECTION IV: WRITING

Part 1: Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful letter or text in each of the following questions.

Question 32:
a. Nam: Hi, Jessica. I’m so excited as I’ve never met a talking robot before. Let’s have a photo taken together!
b. Teacher: Hello, class. Please meet Jessica. She’s a human-like robot and will be your guide today.
c. Jessica: Good morning, everybody. Welcome to the New Tech Centre.

A. a-b-c
B. b-a-c
C. c-a-b
D. b-c-a

Question 33:
a. I also enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere.
b. Over the past year, I’ve discovered that remote work suits me perfectly.
c. It allows me to balance my personal life while staying productive at work.
d. In addition, it’s great for reducing my commuting time and expenses.
e. Overall, I’ve found it to be a highly rewarding experience.

A. b-a-d-c-e
B. b-c-a-d-e
C. b-d-a-c-e
D. b-a-c-d-e

Question 34:
a. Besides, I’ve been helping with a campaign to raise awareness about endangered species.
b. Best wishes.
c. Additionally, we organized a fundraiser to support local wildlife shelters.
d. Dear Lucy, I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to share some exciting news about my recent activities at school.
e. I’m really enjoying these projects and feel great about making a difference!
f. Firstly, we started a recycling program to reduce waste.

A. d-f-a-c-e-b
B. d-f-c-a-e-b
C. d-a-f-c-e-b
D. d-c-f-a-e-b

Question 35:
a. As AI continues to advance, it holds the potential to revolutionize fields such as healthcare, education, and business, though ethical considerations about job displacement and privacy are increasingly important.
b. Initially focused on basic problem-solving and calculations, AI now powers complex systems, from virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to self-driving cars and advanced medical diagnostics.
c. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved, transforming industries and everyday life.
d. Machine learning and deep learning technologies enable AI to analyze vast amounts of data, improving its decision-making abilities.

A. c-b-d-a
B. c-d-a-b
C. b-c-a-d
D. c-a-d-b

Part 2:
Question 36: Write a paragraph (about 120-150 words) about the advantages of using AI in education.

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SECTION V: SPEAKING

Part 1: Make a conversation between you and your partner using one of the following situations:

Topic 1: Artificial Intelligence
Situation: You are visiting an AI workshop, then you and your friends are discussing the impact of AI on jobs in the future.

Topic 2: The world of mass media
Situation: You and your partner are preparing for a project discussing the influence of mass media on young people.

Topic 3: Wildlife conservation
Situation: You and your partner are working on a school project about wildlife conservation. As part of your research, you discuss different ways to protect endangered species.

Topic 4: Career paths
Situation: You and your friend are sitting in the school cafeteria, discussing your career choices and future plans.

Topic 5: Lifelong learning
Situation: You and your partner are participating in a debate competition about lifelong learning. Your debate topic is whether people should continue learning after finishing school or university.

Part 2: Discussion/Debate: Choose one of the following topics to make discussion or debate with your teacher.

Topic 1: Artificial Intelligence
Suggested questions:
1. How is artificial intelligence changing the way we work and study?
2. Do you think AI will replace more jobs in the future? Why or why not?
3. In what ways can AI make our daily lives easier?

Topic 2: The world of mass media
Suggested questions:
1. How do you usually get news—through TV, newspapers, or social media? Why?
2. Do you think mass media has a bigger positive or negative impact on young people?
3. How can people check if the news they read online is true or false?

Topic 3: Wildlife conservation
Suggested questions:
1. Why is it important to protect endangered animals?
2. What are some simple things people can do to help protect wildlife?
3. Do you think governments should do more to stop illegal hunting? Why or why not?

Topic 4: Career paths
Suggested questions:
1. What are the most important things to consider when choosing a career?
2. Do you think people should follow their passion or choose a job with a high salary? Why?
3. How can internships or part-time jobs help young people decide on a career?

Topic 5: Lifelong learning
Suggested questions:
1. Why do some people continue learning even after they finish school or university?
2. What are some new skills that adults should learn to keep up with modern life?
3. Do you think learning online is as effective as learning in a classroom? Why or why not?

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