Question 38: Which of the following is NOT TRUE about pandemics, according to the passage?

Question 16.
a. Mia: That'd be awesome. We could get some professional advice and figure out our strengths.
b. Mia: Yeah, I've been considering a few options, especially marketing. It's a lot more competitive than I thought!
c. Mark: Perfect! Let's meet outside the counseling office after our afternoon classes.
d. Mark: Hey, have you made up your mind about which university major to apply for?
e. Mark: Tell me about it! I'm in two minds about economics and IT. Want to see the career counselor together this Friday?

Question 17.
a. Tom: Yeah, small changes like that can make a real difference.
b. Tom: I started recycling old items from my room, and it feels good to give things a new purpose.
c. Sarah: Nice! I've been turning old jars into mini plant pots, and it's actually fun.

Question 18.
Dear Sir or Madam,
a. I am writing to apply for the position of part-time shop assistant advertised on your company's website.
b. I am confident that my strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure make me a suitable candidate for this role.
c. As a school leaver seeking to enter the workforce, I am highly adaptable and eager to gain practical work experience.
d. I would welcome the opportunity to attend an interview if I am shortlisted for this position.
e. I have attached my CV outlining my relevant qualifications, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours faithfully,

Question 19.
a. Following this, the percentage of urban residents climbed steadily to 45% in 2020, and it is expected to surpass the rural figure, reaching 60% by the end of the period.
b. The line graph illustrates the demographic shift between urban and rural populations in a developing country over a period of 50 years, starting from 2000.
c. On the other hand, the urban population started at exactly 30% in 2000, representing a minority of the country's total population at that time.
d. Overall, there is a clear upward trend in the proportion of city dwellers, whereas the percentage of people living in the countryside shows a steady decline.
e. In 2000, the rural population was dominant, standing at 70%, but this figure gradually fell to 55% in 2020 and is projected to drop further to 40% by 2050.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a cohesive and coherent exchange or text in each of the following questions.
a. We need to change how we live and work, because small actions like using less energy and planting trees can help, even though the problem is very big.
b. Farmers face challenges because growing seasons are changing, and they must learn new ways to grow food when rain patterns are not the same as before.
c. Animals and plants are moving to cooler places when their homes become too hot, but some species cannot move fast enough to survive.
d. Some people who live near oceans worry about rising water, which might force them to move to new homes in the future.
e. Our world is getting warmer, and we can see changes in weather that affect how we live every day.

Question 13. In which paragraph does the writer discuss the importance of personal growth and self-discovery in independent living?