Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 9 to 13.
In recent years, UNESCO’s General Conference has made decisions to recognize and honor important people and historical events that have had a lasting impact on the world. (I) At the UNESCO General Conference in 1987, President Ho Chi Minh (1890-1969) was praised as “an outstanding symbol of national pride, who dedicated his whole life to the freedom of the Vietnamese people and contributed to the shared struggle of all peoples for peace, independence, democracy, and social progress.”
For the Vietnamese people, President Ho Chi Minh is remembered as a brilliant leader and a hero of the nation’s fight for independence. He was also a wise teacher of the Vietnamese revolution, an outstanding diplomat, and a strong source of inspiration. His life showed that with determination and unity, it is possible to achieve freedom for the country and improve the lives of its people (II).
Beyond Vietnam, he is recognized by people around the world as a loyal and close friend. He became a symbol of hope for peace and justice, showing that the fight against oppression and unfairness is a struggle shared by all humanity. (III) Many people also see him as a messenger of friendship, solidarity, and cooperation among nations, reminding the world of the importance of working together for a better future. (IV) President Ho Chi Minh’s life and work continue to inspire both his country and people everywhere who believe in peace, freedom, and human progress.
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Which of the following can be inferred about President Ho Chi Minh from the passage?