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.
I first met Maryam at a farewell party ___(1)___ by Lan two years ago. Her charming face caught my attention. We exchanged greetings and became friends. Since then we have kept ___(2)___ touch and shared our common interests. Maryam is two years older than I am. She is in grade 12 in a senior high school. She works her hardest and always comes top in her class. She especially loves ___(3)___ sciences.
I am proud to have a pen pal ___(4)___ her. I hope our friendship will ___(5)___ forever. I always remember her parting words, "This moment has become unforgettable for me. I will be thinking about you. Mai. " And this morning I got a letter from her. She said that she would come to Viet Nam next summer vacation. I am looking forward to ___(6)___ her again. I am thinking of a plan for what we are going to do during her visit.