Vietnam usually has a dozen storms every year from June through the end of November, and most of which occur in the Central and northern provinces. On November 2nd, 1997, however, unexpectedly severe tropical storm Linda raged in the South. Linda was the worst typhoon in Southern Vietnam over 100 years, killing thousands of people and leaving extensive damage. Formed in the sea of the Philippines, Linda strengthened as it moved westwards. Later, it struck extreme Southern Vietnam with winds of 100 kilometres an hour. Ca Mau province, suffered a direct hit by the storm, had the most damage. Strong winds and heavy rain caused flooding, destroyed crops, damaged about 200,000 houses and left about 383,000 people homeless. Linda later struck Thailand, causing flash flooding and at least 164 deaths. The storm also affected Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia to a lesser degree.

*Write True (T) or False (F). (0.5pt)

1. Most storms occur in the Central and southern provinces of Viet Nam every year. _______

2. Linda was the worst tropical storm in Southern Vietnam over 100 years. _______

Vietnam usually has a dozen storms every year from June through the end of November, and most of which occur in the Central and Northern provinces. November 2nd 1997, however, was an unexpected day when the major storm Linda raged in the South. Linda was the worst typhoon in Southern Vietnam over 100 years. Formed in the sea of the Philippines, Linda strengthened as it moved westward. Later, it struck extreme Southern Vietnam with wind of 100 kilometres an hour. Over 3,000 were reported lost and died. Ca Mau province, suffered a direct hit by the storm, had the most damage. Gusts and heavy rainfalls caused flooding, destroyed crops, damaged about 200,000 houses and left about 383,000 people homeless. The storm also affected Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia and Cambodia to a lesser degree.

* Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F) (0,5m)

5. Every year there are usually storms in Vietnam . à_________

6. The storm, Linda didn’t cause any affects to other countries .à _______

* Choose the best answers: (1m)

7. Which natural disasters usually happen in the Central and Northern provinces of Vienam every year?

A. Droughts B. Floods C. rainfalls D. storms

8. __________ of Vietnam had the most damage.

A. West provinces B. East provinces C. Southern provinces D. Northern provinces

9. The words it in the passage refers to ____________

A. the Philippines B. the typhoon, Linda C. Southern Vietnam D. Westward

10. What is the total of people reported lost and died in Linda?

A. Over two hundred thousand. C. More than three thousand

B. More than three hundred D. Over one hundred

II. Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.

Vietnam usually has a dozen storms every year from June through the end of November, and most of which occur in the Central and northern provinces. November 2nd, 1997, however, was an unexpected day when the major storm Linda raged in the South. Linda was the worst typhoon in Southern Vietnam over 100 years. Formed in the sea of the Philippines, Linda strengthened as it moved westward. Later, it struck extreme Southern Vietnam with winds of 100 kilometres an hour. Over 3000 people were reported lost and died. Ca Mau province, suffered a direct hit by the storm, had the most damage. Gusts and heavy rainfalls caused flooding, destroyed crops, damaged about 200,000 houses and left about 383,000 people homeless. Linda later struck Thailand, causing flash flooding and at least 164 deaths. The storm also affected Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia to a lesser degree.

Today, residents in Mekong Delta still remember Linda after 20 years. The duration of the time is enough for a kid to grow up from an unforgettable event. The memory of a particular typhoon improves everyone’s awareness of natural disasters.

A. Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).

1. The tropical storm Linda hit northern Vietnam on November 2nd, 1997.

2. Linda was the worst typhoon in Vietnam for the last 100 years.    ..................

3. From the Philippines, the storm moved west and struck Southern Vietnam with winds of 100km/h.  .................

4. Approximately 3,000 people were killed during the disaster. .............

5. Ca Mau province was directly affected by the typhoon. ........

6. Typhoon Linda caused extensive damage to both property and human.  .........

B. Answer the questions.

1. When is the typhoon season in Vietnam?

________________________________________________________________

2. Where in Vietnam was struck by Typhoon Linda?

________________________________________________________________

3. What was the wind speed of Typhoon Linda when it hit Southern Vietnam?

________________________________________________________________

4. How many homes were destroyed in Typhoon Linda?

_______________________________________________________________

5. Where did Typhoon Linda pass over after striking Vietnam?________________________________________________________________

6. How many years have passed since the disaster?

________________________________________________________________

Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.

Vietnam usually has a dozen storms every year from June through the end of November, and most of which occur in the Central and northern provinces. November 2nd, 1997, however, was an unexpected day when the major storm Linda raged in the South. Linda was the worst typhoon in Southern Vietnam over 100 years. Formed in the sea of the Philippines, Linda strengthened as it moved westward. Later, it struck extreme Southern Vietnam with winds of 100 kilometres an hour. Over 3000 people were reported lost and died. Ca Mau province, suffered a direct hit by the storm, had the most damage. Gusts and heavy rainfalls caused flooding, destroyed crops, damaged about 200,000 houses and left about 383,000 people homeless. Linda later struck Thailand, causing flash flooding and at least 164 deaths. The storm also affected Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia to a lesser degree.
Today, residents in Mekong Delta still remember Linda after 20 years. The duration of the time is enough for a kid to grow up from an unforgettable event. The memory of a particular typhoon improves everyone’s awareness of natural disasters.

A. Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).
1. The tropical storm Linda hit northern Vietnam on November 2nd, 1997. True/False

2. Linda was the worst typhoon in Vietnam for the last 100 years. True/False

3. From the Philippines, the storm moved west and struck Southern Vietnam with winds of km/h. True/False

4. Approximately 3,000 people were killed during the disaster. True/False

5. Ca Mau province was directly affected by the typhoon. True/False

6. Typhoon Linda caused extensive damage to both property and human. True/False

7. Typhoon Linda only struck Vietnam and Thailand. True/False

8. The storm gradually weakened as it passed over Myanmar. True/False

B. Answer the questions.
1. When is the typhoon season in Vietnam?
________________________________________________________________
2. Where in Vietnam was struck by Typhoon Linda?
________________________________________________________________
3. What was the wind speed of Typhoon Linda when it hit Southern Vietnam?
________________________________________________________________
4. How many homes were destroyed in Typhoon Linda?
________________________________________________________________
5. Where did Typhoon Linda pass over after striking Vietnam?
________________________________________________________________

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Find one mistake in each sentence and correct it.

47. Despite of being tired, I could not sleep last night.

A.    Despite of    B. could    C. sleep    D.night

48. In spite of the storm was very strong, they decided to go.

A.    In spite of     B. was  C.they     D. to go

49: My father likes action films although they are gripping and exciting.

A.    My father B. action films    C.although   D. exciting

50. They went out without rain coat, however it rained heavily.

A.    went out   B. rain coat   C.however   D.heavily

51. Because of her poor familly, she was very successful in her life.

 A. .Because of           B. family            C. was                   D. successful

I.Put the verbs in brackets into the past perfect  simple or past perfect continuous
Yesterday was a bad day for Andrew. He 1) hadn't slept(not/sleep) well because there was a terrible storm in the night. After he 2) ......(have) a shower, he made breakfast. After he 3) .....(eat), he got into his car and drove to work. He 4).....(only/drive) for five minutes when he remembered that he 5) ....(leave) his briefcase at home. He turned the car around and went home again. Then, he realised that he 6) .....(lock) himself out. The keys were still inside the house! Andrew was already late for work, so he decided to leave the briefcase and go to work. When he arrived, his secretary told him that his boss 7) ...(try)  to call him at home. Andrew went to find his boss. When he asked his boss why he 8) ....(call), he told him that it hand't been necessary for him to come to work that day after all! Poor Andrew drove all the way home again.