TIM IS TALKING TO HIS FATHER. ~ TIM

25.Tim is talking to his father. ~ Tim: “May I use your car, Dad?” ~ His father: “…..” A. Not old enough to do it, son B. Certainly, I can. C. Do it soon you’re free to. D. It’s too far to drive. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26 to 30. The COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam is part of the (26) _________ worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). On 23 January 2020, the first known case of COVID-19 in Vietnam was reported. As of 30 May 2020, the country had 328 confirmed cases, 279 recoveries, and no deaths. More than 275,000 tests have been performed. Hanoi, as of May is the most- affected city with 114 confirmed cases. Vietnam has (27) _________ the entry of all foreigners from 22 March 2020 until further notice to limit the spread of COVID-19. The measure will not apply to diplomats, officials, foreign investors, experts, and skilled workers. For foreigners (28) _________ entered the country before 1 March including those with temporary residence permits will also be entitled to extensions till 30 June but must present health declarations. Vietnam is cited by global media as having one of the best-organised epidemic control programs in the world, along with Taiwan and South Korea. Several figures have praised Vietnam's response, comparing it (29) _______the success in 2003 when Vietnam became the first country to be cleared of the SARS outbreak. (30) _______inferior economic and technological capacities, the country's response to the outbreak has received acclaim for its immediacy, effectiveness and transparency. (Adapted from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)