Vietnam usually has a dozen storms every year from June through the end of November(B1) and most of which occur in the Central and northern provinces. November 2nd, 1997(A1) 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.(A2) Formed in the sea of the Philippines, Linda strengthened as it moved westward. Later, it struck extreme Southern Vietnam (B2) with winds of 100 kilometres an hour(A3). Over 3000 people were reported lost and died.(A4) Ca Mau province, suffered a direct hit by the storm(A5) 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.(A6)The storm also affected Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia(A7) to a lesser degree.(A8)
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 (100) km/h. True/False
4. Approximately 3,000 people were killed during the disaster. True/False
`->` Sửa : Over 3,000 people were killed during the disaster.
5. Ca Mau province was suffered a direct hit by the typhoon. True/False
`->` Sửa : Ca Mau province was directly affected by the typhoon.
6. Typhoon Linda caused extensive damage to both property and human. True/False
7. Typhoon Linda only struck Vietnam and Thailand. True/False
`->` Sửa : The storm also affected Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia.
8. The storm gradually weakened as it passed over Myanmar. True/False
B. Answer the questions.
1. When is the typhoon season in Vietnam?
Vietnam usually has a dozen storms every year from June through the end of November.
2. Where in Vietnam was struck by Typhoon Linda?
Extreme Southern Vietnam.
3. What was the wind speed of Typhoon Linda when it hit Southern Vietnam?
100 kilometres an hour.
4. How many homes were destroyed in Typhoon Linda?
About 200,000 houses.
5. Where did Typhoon Linda pass over after striking Vietnam?
Linda later struck Thailand.