Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Hải Phòng môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề HPG-72

The Baobab, often called 'the Tree of Life', is one of the (29) __________ and most unusual trees in the world. Found across the African savanna, some of these giants can live for over 3,000 years. Their most remarkable feature is their enormous trunk, which they use for water storage. The trunk can hold up to 120,000 liters of water, allowing the tree to survive long periods of drought. (30) __________ means that even during the driest months, the baobab provides a vital source of moisture for many animals.

The baobab plays an important (31) __________ in its ecosystem. Its flowers provide nectar for bats, and its fruit is eaten by monkeys and humans. Local communities have learned (32) __________ various parts of the tree for everything from food and drink to medicine and clothing. The tree's massive size and strange shape make a strong (33) __________ on anyone who sees it. For many travelers, witnessing a huge, ancient baobab against an African sunset is an experience that happens (34) __________, something they will never forget.

Have you ever looked at the leftover food on your plate at school or after a family dinner and wondered where it goes? While it may seem like a small amount, it is part of a much larger global issue. Worldwide, about one-third of all food produced is never eaten. This is not a minor problem; it has serious consequences for our planet, contributing to the waste of resources like water and energy used to grow and transport that food.

When food ends up in a landfill, it decomposes without oxygen and produces methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. It is over 25 times more potent at trapping heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide, making food waste a significant driver of climate change. The journey from our plates to the landfill, therefore, has a surprisingly large and harmful environmental footprint that many people are not aware of.

In Vietnam, this issue is especially visible during large celebrations like Tết, where preparing abundant food is a tradition. However, this often leads to a large amount of waste. Fortunately, awareness is growing, and organizations are taking action. For example, Food Bank Vietnam works to rescue surplus food from supermarkets, farms, and restaurants. Their mission is to redistribute this edible food to orphanages, elderly homes, and people in need, turning potential waste into valuable meals.

The good news is that we can all be part of the solution. As young people, you can make a difference starting today. Simple actions include being more mindful of what you buy, taking smaller portions of food to avoid leftovers, and creatively using uneaten food for other meals. By making small changes in our daily habits, we can collectively reduce the amount of food that ends up in the landfill and help protect our environment.