Daily News Article - August 31, 2011
1. List the damage done in Vermont by Hurricane Irene. (see para. 3-4, 8-9, 13, 18-19, 21)
2. How long will it take for some of the many damaged/destroyed roads and bridges to be reopened?
3. What temporary solution is the Vermont government attempting to implement for the large number of bridges destroyed in the flooding?
4. In what ways is the National Guard helping in relief efforts?
5. What factors are contributing to the delayed restoration of power for some areas of Vermont?
6. Vermont was hit by the worst flooding in 100 years. It appears that many Vermonters were caught off-guard by this catastrophe. Why do you think this is so?
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