huynhpham0109 3/4/2026 8:23:33 PM

After serious riots in August 2024, Britain's immigrant support centres faced major problems when false information spread quickly on social media. The violence started after tragic events in Southport, where false stories blamed immigrant communities for local crimes. Messaging apps like Telegram shared lists naming about forty support centres across the country, making these places possible targets. Many centres had to close temporarily and block their doors and windows, while workers called vulnerable people to check if they were safe during this difficult time.

Community organizations showed great ability to adapt during the crisis, keeping important services running despite growing dangers. The Hackney Migrant Centre continued its main support programs while adding extra safety measures to protect everyone. Workers at ACH Birmingham said they felt very worried at first, but they kept helping asylum seekers who needed support. These dedicated staff organized online meetings when face-to-face meetings became too dangerous, making sure their clients still received help even though many felt alone and scared during the riots.

The public response was strongly positive, with huge counter-protests successfully stopping far-right groups in many cities. Stand Up to Racism organized protests in over fifty places, bringing together thousands of people who repudiated hate and division. Walthamstow saw an especially large crowd, where five thousand local people gathered peacefully to protect threatened centres. This community action greatly improved how immigrant communities felt, replacing fear with new hope about British society's basic values and fairness.

Today, recovery work continues along with ongoing problems that affect these centres' future. Organizations have restarted normal activities, including cultural events and language classes that help newcomers fit into British society. However, government budget cuts and strict immigration rules make it hard for centres to operate properly. Supporters say the government must end unfair policies and stop negative talk about migrants, recognizing instead how much they contribute to British life.

https://www.independent.co.uk/am

Question 23: According to the passage, all of the following happened EXCEPT _________.

A. Workers called vulnerable people to check their safety during the riots

B. Centres had to temporarily block their doors and windows for protection

C. Police forces provided special security teams to guard the centres

D. Stand Up to Racism organized protests in over fifty locations

Question 24: The word “their” in paragraph 1 refers to _________.

A. workers

B. immigrant communities

C. vulnerable people

D. centres

Question 25: The word “asylum” in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.

A. vindication                                B. deportation                                C. amnesty                                        D. sanctuary

Question 26: The word “repudiated” in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by _________.

A. denounced                                B. perpetuated                                C. vindicated                                D. substantiated

Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A. Financial restrictions and immigration policies have forced centres to adopt stricter operational procedures nationwide.

B. Centres struggle to implement government policies due to insufficient funding and complex immigration regulations.

C. Immigration centres face operational challenges because of inadequate resources and increasingly complicated legal requirements.

D. Financial constraints and stringent immigration policies create significant obstacles for centres to function effectively.

Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. The Hackney Migrant Centre suspended all programs during the riots for safety reasons.

B. Community protests against immigration centres occurred in over fifty British locations.

C. Support centres switched to online meetings when face-to-face gatherings became too dangerous.

D. Government authorities increased funding for immigrant centres following the August 2024 riots.

Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer mention what the main result of public protests was?

A. Paragraph 2                                B. Paragraph 3                                C. Paragraph 4                                D. Paragraph 1

Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer mention the problem with government budget cuts?

A. Paragraph 4                                B. Paragraph 3                                C. Paragraph 2                                D. Paragraph 1

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