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TYPHOON NO. 3: A STORM OF DEVASTATION AND RESILIENCE

(I) Typhoon No. 3 has become a historic event in Vietnam, causing widespread environmental and socio-economic damage. (II) As the strongest storm in the South China Sea in 30 years and the most severe to hit Vietnam in 70 years, it reached super typhoon status with wind gusts of up to level 17. (III) The storm brought unprecedented rainfall, impacting 26 provinces in Northern Vietnam and Thanh Hoa, and devastating communities already vulnerable to climate change. (IV)

The human toll has been tragic. As of September 17, 329 people are reported dead or missing, with nearly 1,929 others injured. The storm destroyed over 234,000 homes and 1,500 schools, while also causing significant losses in crops and livestock. The estimated economic damage exceeds 50 trillion VND, reducing annual GDP growth by 0.15%. Hard-hit regions like Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Thai Nguyen, and Lao Cai may see growth declines of over 0.5%, severely impacting local economies.

In response, the Vietnamese government has launched a comprehensive recovery plan to aid affected communities and rebuild the economy. The immediate focus is on saving lives, with the Ministry of National Defense working with local authorities to locate missing persons and evacuate high-risk areas. This highlights the government's commitment to protecting its people during crises.

Resource allocation is also a priority. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is assessing damages to provide assistance to affected families. To support economic recovery, the Ministry of Finance is offering tax relief, and the State Bank is restructuring loans and offering low-interest rates to help businesses rebuild.

Looking forward, Vietnam plans to strengthen infrastructure to withstand future disasters. Simplifying administrative processes and stabilizing essential goods' prices will aid recovery efforts. Despite the challenges, the government's robust response reflects resilience and a determination to protect its citizens and ensure a stronger future.

Question 31. Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?

Its intensity broke records and highlighted the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in the region.

        A. (I)        B. (II)        C. (III)        D. (IV)

Question 32. Which of the following statements is NOT true based on the text?

A. Typhoon No. 3 was the strongest storm in the region in 30 years.

B. The storm caused major damage to homes, schools, and livestock.

C. Vietnam's government has chosen not to give financial support.

        D. Some regions may face economic growth declines over 0.5%.

Question 33. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 1 and 2 about the typhoon's effects?

A. The total number of provinces impacted by the disaster.

B. The financial help given by international organizations.

C. The reduction in Vietnam's GDP due to the typhoon's impact.

D. The total number of people reported missing by September 17.

Question 34. The word "Hard-hit" in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to_______

        A. Recently affected        B. Seriously impacted        C. Geographically large        D. Economically stable

Question 35. The word "it" in paragraph 1 refers to_______.

        A. The South China Sea                B. Typhoon No. 3

        C. Northern Vietnam                D. Climate change

Question 36. The underlined sentence in paragraph 5 can best be paraphrased as

"Despite the challenges, the government's robust response reflects resilience and a determination to protect its citizens and ensure a stronger future."

A. The government has shown strength and determination by overcoming challenges to protect its people and build a better future.

B. Citizens have played a key role by coming together and supporting each other in efforts to rebuild their lives and restore their communities after the disaster.

C. The challenges faced by the government have made it very difficult to respond effectively, showing the limits of its ability to handle the crisis well.

D. Given how serious the challenges were, the idea of creating a strong and effective response seems unlikely or even impossible for the government.

Question 37. The word "comprehensive" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to_______

        A. partial        B. inclusive        C. widespread        D. detailed

Question 38. What can be inferred about the government's recovery plan?

A. It is focused only on building new roads and local structures.

B. It lacks clear steps to assist businesses in recovery efforts.

C. It works to provide both immediate help and future solutions.

        D. It has faced strong opposition from citizens in rural areas.

Question 39. Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of paragraph 4?

        A. The government is helping local people and businesses recover.

        B. Families impacted by the storm are receiving little direct help.

C. The government recovery plan focuses on large tax reductions.

D. Agricultural recovery efforts have been ignored in the response.

Question 40. Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the passage?

A. Typhoon No. 3 caused severe damage in Vietnam, and the government is focused on relief, rebuilding, and future disaster planning.

B. The storm caused significant damage, but the government's response was limited to short-term measures for the severely affected areas.

C. Vietnam's recovery plan centers mainly on economic aid to businesses, with less focus on long-term recovery.

D. The storm's impact was worsened by climate change, but future storms are unlikely to cause similar damage.

 

17. THPT Kinh Môn - Hải Dương (Tốt nghiệp THPT 2025 môn Tiếng Anh)

 

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