Parents brave the sun to wait for their children outside the exam venue.
Duc Anh - My Ha•June 3, 2025 15:10
On the morning of June 3rd, students in Nghe An province began the first subject of the 10th grade entrance exam. While the students struggled with the exam questions, outside the school gates, thousands of parents endured the scorching sun to wait for their children.
At 7:55 AM on June 3rd, candidates officially began the first subject of the 10th grade entrance exam. This year, the exam questions have undergone several changes, not using material from textbooks, causing considerable anxiety among candidates and parents. Photo: Duc AnhAt the exam site at Huynh Thuc Khang High School (Vinh City), the scorching sun enveloped the area from early morning. Many parents, after dropping their children off at school, sat waiting outside the gate. Photo: Duc AnhSunscreen, face masks, and scarves covering everyone's heads were a common sight. Everyone tried to find shelter in the few patches of shade on the sidewalk. Photo: Duc AnhTension was clearly visible on many people's faces. Photo: Duc AnhSome people took advantage of hand fans or other portable fans to alleviate the stifling heat. Others sat quietly, gazing at the school gate, their eyes seemingly following their children's exam performance hour by hour. Photo: Duc AnhWhen the bell rang signaling the end of class, the school gates opened, and hundreds of parents immediately stood up, straining their eyes to find their children among the stream of students pouring out. Photo: Duc AnhDespite the scorching sun, seeing their children emerge with relieved expressions brought a great weight to many parents. Some hugged their children tightly, while others immediately asked, "Did you do well?", then patted their heads and encouraged them to stay confident for the next exam. Photo: Duc AnhOne parent prepared a refreshing glass of fruit juice to give to their child as soon as they left the exam room. Another took the opportunity to cover their child with a hat and wipe away their sweat, as if to ward off the intense summer heat. (Photo: Duc Anh)Amidst the nearly 40°C heat, there were no complaints. Only watchful eyes, outstretched arms ready to welcome their children, and sincere words of encouragement: "Keep going, child, only two more subjects to go!" Photo: My HaDespite the harsh weather, parents patiently waited outside the school gates throughout the exam. They understood that simply being there provided their children with strong emotional support to move forward. (Photo: Duc Anh)
