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(23) __________. Each part felt like a separate piece of a puzzle I was learning to solve. It was more than just an instrument; it was a map of new sounds. (24) __________

A tropical rainforest is an amazing ecosystem divided into four main layers. At the very top is the emergent layer, which is (25) __________ the dense canopy below. Only the tallest trees reach this height. (26) __________ tree here gets full sunlight, but also has to endure strong winds.

Below this is the canopy, where most of the rainforest's animals live. The leaves are so thick that they (27) __________ the amount of sunlight and rain that gets to the layers below. Life in the understory and on the forest floor is very different. Animals and plants must (28) __________ with the darker, more humid conditions.

The forest floor receives less than 2% of the sunlight. (29) __________, it is home to fungi and decomposers that break down dead material. If you (30) __________ an ecologist studying this environment, you would see how each layer supports unique forms of life.

Imagine two students receive a bad grade on an English test. The first student sighs and thinks, "I'm just bad at English." The second student, however, thinks, "I didn't understand the passive voice. I need to study it more." This simple difference in reaction shows two very different mindsets. The first is a 'fixed mindset,' while the second is a 'growth mindset,' a concept that can change how we approach challenges.

The idea of these two mindsets comes from Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck. According to her research, a fixed mindset is the belief that your abilities, like intelligence or talent, are static traits you can't change. In contrast, a growth mindset is the belief that your abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. This isn't just a minor preference; it's a fundamental difference in how you view yourself and your potential for learning and success.

In a competitive educational environment like Vietnam's, where high scores are often the main goal, it can be easy to develop a fixed mindset. Students may believe they are either 'good' or 'bad' at a subject based on a single test score. However, a small change in language can help transform this thinking. Instead of saying, "I can't do this math problem," try saying, "I can't do this math problem yet." This powerful little word implies that improvement is possible.

Adopting a growth mindset is a journey. It doesn't mean you will never feel frustrated or that you will succeed at everything instantly. Instead, it means you see mistakes not as proof of your limited ability, but as valuable opportunities to learn and improve. By embracing challenges and focusing on the process of learning, you unlock your true potential to grow.

Facing a small fear, like giving a presentation, can feel like a huge obstacle. However, this experience is like exercise for your mind, (37) __________. Each time you successfully face something that scares you, you prove to yourself that you are capable and resilient.

This new confidence doesn't stay in one area. When you conquer a small challenge, you are also (38) __________. When you later face a more significant life event, like a final exam or a job interview, you can use that same strength. It's not about never feeling fear, but about knowing you can handle it, (39) __________. You learn that discomfort is temporary and that pushing through it leads to growth, (40) __________.

A. because you have a personal history of overcoming similar feelings

B. strengthening the "confidence muscle" you need for bigger tests later on

C. which is a powerful mindset for achieving your long-term goals

D. learning how to manage your anxiety and stay focused under pressure