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The Philippines receives international aid following Typhoon Haiyan. Relief operations accelerate with aid from Japan, the US, the UK, and China. Tacloban, the most affected city, sees increased aid distribution, especially from US aircraft. The US sends marines, the UK dispatches a naval ship, and China increases its financial aid. The government and the UN report differing casualty figures, ranging from 3,500 to 4,500 dead and over 1,000 missing.

What was the initial response of the international community to the Typhoon Haiyan disaster in the Philippines?

• They sent only food supplies.

• They ignored the disaster.

• They sent military and naval support.

• They sent financial aid only.

Which country's aircraft played a significant role in the continuous distribution of aid?

• China

• Japan

• United Kingdom

• United States

What was the contribution of the United Kingdom to the relief efforts?

• Sending helicopters

• Sending financial aid

• Deploying the largest ship of their navy

• Providing medical teams

How did China respond to criticism regarding its aid contribution?

• By increasing its aid to $1.5 million

• By withdrawing its aid

• By sending troops

• By sending food supplies

What was the range of the estimated death toll according to different reports?

• 4,500 to 5,500

• 3,500 to 4,500

• 2,500 to 3,500

• 1,000 to 2,000