Once upon a time, there lived individuals who dedicated themselves to combating poverty and backwardness, all for the happiness of the people.

Narrative Prompt: Narrate a story about individuals who have rallied against poverty and backwardness, striving for the welfare of the populace.

I. Outline: Narrating the story of those who have contributed to combating poverty and backwardness for the happiness of the people

1. Introduction

Introducing the protagonist: Who are they? Where are they from? What do they do?

2. Body

- Where and when does your story take place?

- What tasks did they undertake to contribute to the fight against poverty and backwardness?

- What positive outcomes or benefits did these actions bring to the community?

3. Conclusion

What insights or lessons have you gained from them?

II. Exemplary Essay: Narrating a story about those who have contributed to combating poverty and backwardness for the happiness of the people

1. Narrative: A story about individuals who have contributed to combating poverty and backwardness for the happiness of the people, sample 1:

My grandmother had five children. The first two daughters got married, while my uncle and the fourth aunt went to work and settle down in the city, only returning to the countryside occasionally for holidays. My grandmother lived with Uncle Nam, the youngest son in the family.

Back then, due to poverty, my grandfather passed away early, so my grandmother had to work tirelessly, running around to support the children's education. When they grew up, she could finally breathe a little easier as my older siblings sent money back to support Uncle Nam's education.

I've heard my dad talk about Uncle Nam's brilliance in the past. Everyone praised him. When he graduated from the prestigious University of Technology with a degree in mechanical engineering, everyone celebrated. Despite working part-time, his academic performance remained outstanding, earning him the annual hardship scholarship from the university. In 2008, Uncle Nam received an educational opportunity in the U.S. With unwavering support and determination, he seized the chance. Two years after his return, he was offered a lucrative position at a major company in the city, but he declined, choosing to return to the countryside to start his own business.

Teaming up with like-minded friends in the village, Uncle Nam ventured into opening a mechanical workshop. With limited financial resources fresh out of college, he borrowed money from family members to start. Initially, everyone hesitated to support him, but when he laid out his development strategy for consideration, they all agreed to lend a hand. At first, customers were scarce, but gradually, the workshop gained reputation throughout the commune, and then the district. Most sought out Uncle Nam's workshop for repairs or manufacturing new components.

Two years after its establishment, Uncle Nam's workshop evolved into a large company, with branches across the province. Now, in addition to its business operations, it also offers free vocational training for disadvantaged youth in the area. Adolescents without parents or stable careers in our village are welcomed and provided guidance to create employment opportunities. Hence, Uncle Nam's company is hailed by the community as the 'Compassionate Mechanical Company.' Mention Uncle Nam, and everyone speaks of him with fondness and admiration.

To this day, our youngest company has been operating for over a decade, achieving many proud accomplishments.

All employees in the company have stable incomes, ensuring the well-being of their families. Each year, the company collectively contributes to a scholarship fund for impoverished students in our village, encouraging them to strive for academic excellence. The company is annually recognized by the provincial government for its significant contributions to community development and is awarded with commendations.

Uncle Nam is someone I deeply admire. I silently promise to excel in my studies to one day help my family and the neighbors in our hometown. Every time I visit, I learn a lot from him: his intelligence, creative personality, sense of humor, and compassionate heart. I proudly share stories about him with my classmates, aspiring to be like him in the future, contributing to the development and prosperity of our village and hometown.

2. Tell a story about those who have contributed to fighting poverty and backwardness, for the happiness of the people, as model number 2:

Below, I'd like to share a story I read in the Dan Tri newspaper yesterday. It's about teacher Luc Thi Ly, who travels over a hundred kilometers to teach in a remote mountainous area.

Born in 1989, Ms. Ly graduated and worked on contract for four years. In 2018, she passed the permanent teaching exam and was assigned to work at Lung Kim School in Bao Lam District, Cao Bang Province. The school is very far from her home, requiring her to travel by motorcycle or bus, and then walk for over two hours to reach the school. To get to her teaching point, she has to overcome challenging roads, climb many hills, and even wade through deep water puddles. Despite the hardships, she never complains or gives up, quietly coming to class every day, bringing literacy to the people here.

In this place, the school lacks the conveniences found in flatland areas or cities, facing shortages of everything. There's no electricity, no running water, and no phone signal. Ms. Ly admitted that she was sometimes scared when first starting, but over time, she got used to it. The important thing is still giving the students the care and the best teaching possible.

Since Ms. Ly arrived at the village to teach, everyone likes her. She's gentle, lovable, teaches in an understandable way, and cares about people's lives. Every time she returns home, she encourages everyone to donate a bit of rice, a few items of clothing to give to the villagers. Ms. Ly also asks her colleagues working in the city for help, collecting books, pens, or requesting scholarships to assist the students in the village. That's why everyone in the village respects her.

Every day, after teaching, if any students cannot attend class due to circumstances, she goes to their homes with books and teaches them, encouraging their families to facilitate their attendance. She also works with fellow villagers to increase agricultural productivity, sharing high-yield corn and rice seeds with them. The villagers always say, 'The teacher is like our soldiers, caring greatly for our village.'

I've heard somewhere a poem about the teaching profession:

' There's a profession where dust and chalk cling to the hands
They say it's the cleanest profession
There's a profession where no trees are planted in the soil
Yet it gives life the most fragrant flowers'

Indeed, the image of teachers silently working, quietly dedicating themselves to life, always remains in my mind. Ms. Ly is a beautiful example of a teacher with a noble heart, deserving of great respect.

3. Tell a story about those who have contributed to fighting poverty and backwardness, for the happiness of the people, model number 3:

My family lives in a peaceful countryside, but our homeland is plagued by poverty and backwardness. Every time I return home, I feel both joy and sadness—joy for meeting loved ones, sadness for witnessing the struggles and scarcities of the villagers. In recent years, our commune initiated the 'New Rural Development' campaign, and despite some initial apprehension, the villagers contributed their resources and efforts to build and develop the countryside. A notable figure in our village is Uncle Viet.

Uncle Viet is a retired officer who bravely fought on the battlefield during the war against the United States. He led a guerrilla squad to attack enemy outposts, eliminating many enemy commanders. After the country achieved peace and unity, he returned to his hometown, working for the community before retiring. It's been 7 years since his retirement.

Despite his age, Uncle Viet remains actively involved, deeply concerned about the people and the village. When our commune launched the New Rural Development campaign, he went around the village encouraging participation to improve living standards. He's enthusiastic in various tasks, dedicating himself to building a better and more prosperous village. He also seeks donations from organizations and individuals to support the construction of new concrete roads, reducing the hardships during rainy days, especially for the elderly. In 2017, he and the villagers completed a 2-kilometer concrete road, making it clean and tidy, bringing joy to everyone as they welcomed the Lunar New Year.

Uncle Viet is gentle and kind, so everyone in the village admires him. He promotes environmental protection, energy conservation, and water conservation. For families with too many children, he conducts ideological work to encourage them to have fewer children, saying, 'It's better to stop at two or three children, so you can afford to raise them well, provide for their education, and ensure their well-being. Having too many children leads to hardship and suffering for both parents and children.

Uncle Viet also cares deeply about the education of local children. He records and commends families with children who pass the university entrance exam, setting an example for the children in the village. He has also established a charity fund to help poor students go to school. Despite his modest pension, he contributes a portion of it to the fund every year. Thanks to him, many disadvantaged students who dropped out of school halfway are able to continue their education.

I deeply admire Uncle Viet. He's a role model for his dedication to work and his commitment to helping others. Whenever I visit the village, I love listening to my grandparents talk about Uncle Viet's 'achievements' in building a prosperous and strong community.

To improve storytelling skills, alongside the story 'Tell a story about those who have contributed to fighting poverty and backwardness, for the happiness of the people,' students can also refer to other interesting essays for grade 5 such as: 'Tell about the most exciting trip,' 'Tell about a favorite season,' 'Share an unforgettable memory about friendship,' 'Describe someone talented you know.'