TRƯỜNG THPT HÀM RỒNG

I. Read the following news and mark the letter A, B, C and D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fit each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6
On September 3, the Parade and March Subcommittee reviewed task A80, highlighting the significant progress (1) ____________ after months of intensive training. The celebration of the 80th Anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day, marked by a carefully coordinated military parade, was praised as a major success. All forces, demonstrating strong responsibility, left a positive impression (2) ____________ the public and strengthened the image of the (3) ____________.
Throughout the preparation phase, agencies worked closely together, selecting appropriate soldiers and preparing essential equipment to ensure smooth (4) ____________. Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Nghia commended the participating units and asked them to complete post-event duties, including handing over facilities and organizing safe returns - a task (5) ____________ attention to detail.
He also urged agencies (6) ____________ political education, allowing officers and soldiers returning to their units to continue studying and working with confidence. Transportation plans, arranged by the Department of Motorcycles and Transport, include road, rail, and air travel between September 3 and 5.

(https://www.vietnam.vn/en/lam-tot-cong-tac-khen-thuong-cho-luc-luong-hoan-thanh-xuat-sac-nhiem-vu- a80)

Read the following leaflet 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 from 7 to 12.

How to Manage Your Time Wisely

Do you often feel overwhelmed by your daily tasks? Many people fail to organise their time properly, and as a result they (7) ____________ missing deadlines or feeling permanently stressed. First of all, set a fixed schedule every day: for example, devote one hour in the morning to plan your tasks. Then, allocate (8) ____________ of time to each task rather than trying to do everything at once. Use tools such as a calendar or planner and write down your tasks - this will help you stick to the plan and avoid unnecessary (9) ____________.
(10) ____________, try to block out time for important goals like studying, work, or self-care — and don’t forget to rest. Instead of jumping from one task to (11) ____________, work steadily and complete one thing before you begin the next. Finally, focus on long-term (12) ____________ rather than immediate comfort: good time-management brings you lasting achievement and peace of mind.
(Adapted from “How to Manage Your Money Wisely” - general advice on budgeting and planning finances.)

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 from 13 to 17.

Read the following passage about “đi bão” phenomenon in Vietnam 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 from 18 to 22.

The final whistle had barely blown when Vietnam’s major cities erupted into scenes of spontaneous celebration. Following a dramatic 3–2 victory over Thailand in the SEA Games final, thousands of Vietnamese fans poured into the streets, transforming ordinary roads into rivers of red flags and jubilant chants. Motorbikes moved slowly through packed avenues, (18) ____________. The atmosphere was loud, vibrant, and unmistakably festive.
What made the celebration remarkable was not only its scale but also its inclusiveness. Families, students, workers, and elderly residents joined the crowds, many waving national flags or wearing red shirts bearing the golden star. This collective outpouring of joy, often referred to as “đi bão,” (19) ____________, where football victories are experienced as shared national moments
Having witnessed countless international tournaments, foreign observers have noted that Vietnamese street celebrations possess a rare sense of unity. People who had never met before exchanged smiles and gestures of solidarity, united by the same emotional surge. (20) ___________. The streets, which usually symbolize daily routines and social divisions, became spaces of temporary equality. One striking feature was the discipline shown amid the excitement, with most participants celebrating peacefully and dispersing gradually as the night went on. This behaviour challenges common assumptions that large crowds inevitably lead to disorder. (21) ____________. The crowds eventually thinned, leaving the city calm once again. Viewed from a cultural perspective, (22) ____________..

(Adapted from Vietnam News)

Read the following passage about Cybersecurity and Privacy in the Digital Age and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30.

Cybersecurity and Privacy in the Digital Age

In recent years, the world has witnessed a marked increase in cyber-attacks and large-scale data breaches as more individuals and organisations rely on digital platforms. According to a global survey, fewer than two per cent of companies have fully implemented cyber-resilience strategies, while the average cost of a serious data breach now exceeds 3.3 million US dollars. This worrying figure illustrates how many institutions remain vulnerable, often because they lack strong security frameworks or fail to invest sufficiently in protective measures.
The challenge has become even greater with the rapid rise of cloud computing, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI). While these technologies provide efficiency and flexibility, they also broaden the “attack surface”. Cloud-based threats, third-party breaches, and sophisticated leak-and-hack operations are among the key concerns for security specialists in 2025. As organisations race to make use of digital tools, many overlook the need to secure confidential information, leaving personal data - from financial records to private messages - increasingly exposed.

The risks are not limited to the private sector. In areas such as banking and finance, digital transformation has created serious privacy challenges. Recent research suggests that although banks seek to modernise their services through cloud, AI, and blockchain, many still struggle to ensure both privacy protection and cybersecurity. Customers’ confidence can be seriously damaged if institutions fail to safeguard their data, especially in a world that depends heavily on digital financial services.
The constantly evolving nature of cyber threats makes the task even more complex. Experts warn that AI itself, although useful in defence, may also become a tool for criminals. In several regions, security authorities predict an increase in more advanced, AI-driven attacks, including supply-chain intrusions and cloud-native vulnerabilities. As a result, data privacy is no longer only a technical matter but also one of trust, ethics, and institutional responsibility.

(Adapted from “Global Digital Trust Insights 2025”)

Read the following passage about the urban employment and the Gig Economy and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.

URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND THE RISE OF THE GIG ECONOMY
In many major cities, the labour market has undergone a marked shift as traditional full-time jobs give way to short-term, task-based work. This transformation is largely driven by digital platforms that match service providers with customers in real time. [I]. As urban populations continue to swell, the number of people turning to gig work - whether as their primary occupation or as a supplementary source of income - has grown significantly.

For many urban residents, gig work represents an attractive alternative to conventional employment. It allows individuals to organise their time freely, avoid long commutes, and pursue multiple income streams. [II]. Students, carers, and migrants in particular are drawn to the autonomy that platform-based work promises. Yet this sense of freedom can be misleading. Workers remain subject to platform algorithms that determine visibility, pay rates, and customer access, often without transparency or recourse. [III]. As a result, gig workers may find themselves competing intensely for tasks, accepting lower fees, or working unsociable hours to maintain financial stability.

The implications of this trend extend beyond individual livelihoods. As gig work expands, concerns over employment rights, social protection, and the long-term health of urban labour markets have intensified. Many gig workers lack access to essential benefits such as sick pay, holiday leave, or pension contributions - protections that are commonly associated with traditional employment contracts. Without these safeguards, they are more vulnerable to economic shocks, illness, or unexpected expenses. Policymakers and labour advocates argue that cities relying heavily on gig labour risk deepening inequalities unless regulatory frameworks catch up with technological change.
[IV]. Despite these challenges, the gig economy continues to embed itself in the fabric of urban life. Demand for services such as food delivery, ride-hailing, and freelance digital work shows little sign of slowing. Some cities have begun experimenting with reforms, including minimum pay standards and portable benefit schemes, in an attempt to balance innovation with worker welfare. Whether these measures will be sufficient remains uncertain, but it is clear that the future of urban employment will be shaped, in no small part, by how societies choose to manage and support the growing gig workforce.

(Adapted from World Bank 2023; ILO 2021; OECD 2019)