In order to________ soft skills, my brother has decided to attend a training course.

Although the students in my class have been learning English for three months, they can ______ confidently with foreigners.

The child took a more _____ role in his learning and made great progress.

From when they start in preschool, children spend more time watching television than participating in any other (33) ___ except sleeping.

Read the following announcement 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 29 to 34.

Vietnam International Art Exhibition 2025 – A Landmark Cultural Event
Taking place from July 25th to 29th at the International Centre for Exhibition in Hanoi, the Vietnam International Art Exhibition 2025 will showcase over 100 famous galleries alongside Vietnam’s art institutions. Visitors will gain exposure to a wide range of oil paintings, sculptures, digital art, and mixed media, blending traditional and contemporary styles. The event will also feature live art demonstrations and insightful discussions held by famous artists and curators, offering a deeper understanding of modern artistic trends. This exhibition is a unique opportunity for (33) ______ investors, and art enthusiasts to discover emerging talents and (34) ______ some artworks.

Although most fairy tales have happy endings, the stories usually deal with very (34) ___ situations - children abandoned in the forest, terrifying giants, cruel stepmothers.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.

It's necessary to listen to opinions that are _____ from ours.