a. Noah: So, what's the plan for next year? Are you going to study?

b. Noah: I get it. It's a huge decision and you're only twenty!

c. Liam: Honestly, I change my mind every day. One day I want to travel, the next I want a job.

a. Maya: Well, she has a point, but you are so good at the guitar!

b. Adam: I want to be a musician, but my mom says there's no money in it.

c. Adam: I know, but maybe I should just work in a bank and play music on weekends.

a. Jade: Thanks! Anyway, it's only a one-year course, so it's not a huge risk if I change my mind.

b. Jade: I'm thinking about that hair styling course at the local college.

c. Tanya: Go for it! You're already so good at doing everyone's hair before parties.

a. Mark: That's a thought. I'd much rather build things than write 20-page papers.

b. Chloe: Same here. Maybe check out a trade school? My cousin learned carpentry there and loves it.

c. Mark: Honestly, I'm so tired of exams. I don't think I can do three more years of school.

a. Long: My parents are pushing me to study Banking. They say it's "stable."

b. Long: Not at all. Honestly, I'd rather study Graphic Design, but they don't get it.

c. Hoa: Oh boy. Do you even like math? That sounds like a long four years.

a. Nhi: We're crazy. I seriously can't wait for this exam to be finished.

b. Tuan: Only 9:00? I didn't get home until nearly 10:30!

c. Nhi: I'm so tired. I was at the cram school until 9:00 last night.

a. Tuan: Everyone is going to university, but I just want to be a professional chef.

b. Minh: So why not? Those short courses in Saigon are famous for getting people jobs.

c. Tuan: True! I'd much rather be in a kitchen than staring at a whiteboard all day.

a. Tu: Two hours? Was it actually helpful or just boring?

b. Quang: I was chatting with a career bot for two hours last night.

c. Quang: It was actually great. It suggested "Logistics" because I like math and travel. I never thought of that before.

a. Linh: My mom thinks a gap year is just "being lazy" at home.

b. Linh: Good point! If I call it "work experience," she might actually say yes.

c. Tu: That's tough. Maybe tell her you're volunteering at an organic farm to learn "real-life" skills?

a. Dung: Pretty much. He's going to teach me the engine stuff from scratch.

b. Nam: That's cool, but does he actually pay you a real salary?

c. Nam: No way! So you're just going to fix bikes and cars all day?

d. Dung: It's a bit low for now, but hey, at least I'm not paying for university!

e. Dung: Honestly, I'm done with books. I'm starting at my uncle's garage on Monday.

a. Thao: I'm thinking about an apprenticeship at that big salon near the market.

b. Thao: Exactly. I'd rather start working with real hair than practicing on a doll!

c. Vy: True. If you learn from her, you'll be a pro in no time.

d. Thao: She is, but she's literally the best stylist in town.

e. Vy: The one with the really expensive haircuts? The owner looks so strict!

a. Mai: Yeah, I have to. The price of textbooks and lab fees is just too high.

b. Mai: Not really. But I don't want to ask my parents for more money.

c. Linh: Are you still doing that late shift at the bubble tea shop?

d. Linh: I get it. Everything in Saigon is getting so pricey these days.

e. Linh: Man, you look exhausted. Do you even have time to sleep?

a. An: Exactly. That's why I'm just staying at home and studying online.

b. Thanh: I really want to study in Hanoi, but the room rent is a total nightmare.

c. An: I heard some students have to share one tiny room with four people!

d. Thanh: Smart move. At least your mom's cooking is free!

e. Thanh: Wow, really? Even then, it's still expensive because of the electricity.

a. Vinh: Why didn't you just ask for help? It's better than wasting time.

b. Long: Honestly? I was just scared of looking like I didn't know my job.

c. Long: Yeah, I need to learn that "problem-solving" means talking, not just hiding.

d. Long: My boss got so mad because I didn't tell him I was stuck on that task.

e. Vinh: That's the problem with us—we think asking questions is a sign of weakness.

a. Trang: My new course is hybrid, so I only have to go to the city three times a month.

b. Trang: Yeah, I don't have to rent an expensive room in Saigon anymore.

c. Trang: I know. I just hope the internet at my house is strong enough for the exams!

d. Phuong: That's a huge win. You can save so much money on food and rent.

e. Phuong: No way! Does that mean you can stay in our hometown?

a. Vy: Smart move. I need my room to be a "study-free zone" for a while.

b. Vy: Not yet. Honestly, just looking at that desk makes me feel sick.

c. An: I get it. I moved all my textbooks to the balcony so I don't have to see them.

d. An: Did you actually do it? I wanted to burn mine!

e. Vy: My mom told me to clean my desk today and throw out my old notes.

a. Nam: Are you heading to Career Week at the stadium tomorrow?

b. Binh: Good luck with that! I'm honestly just going for the free pens and stickers.

c. Binh: For sure. I heard there are like fifty different universities showing up.

d. Nam: Same. I really wanna talk to the pilots at the aviation booth.

e. Nam: Haha, classic! But seriously, try to ask about the scholarships while you're there.

a. Trang: No, it only took five minutes. It said I should be a tour guide.

b. Phuong: That actually fits you perfectly. You love talking and traveling!

c. Phuong: Not yet. Was it one of those long, boring tests?

d. Trang: Right? I'm going to go find the Tourism booth right now.

e. Trang: Did you try the "Career Quiz" at the main tent?