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Closure of the Strait of Hormuz raises global costs (Level A1) — Strait of hormuz between iran and oman

Closure of the Strait of Hormuz raises global costsCEFR A1

30 Apr 2026

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Adapted from Georgia Tech, Futurity • CC BY 4.0

Photo by Planet Volumes, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
76 words
  • The Strait of Hormuz closed this week.
  • Oil prices have gone up for many countries.
  • Fuel for cars and planes costs more.
  • Transport and deliveries will become slower and pricier.
  • Some factories may slow or stop work.
  • Stores might sell fewer goods because costs rose.
  • People may pay more for food and items.
  • The economy can feel effects in months.
  • Governments may try to help people with aid.
  • Fixing the route will take time and effort.

Difficult words

  • fuel — a material burned for energy
  • transport — the movement of people or goods
  • delivery — the act of taking goods to people
    deliveries
  • economy — the system of money and jobs
  • aid — help from government or others
  • route — a path or way to a place

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Discussion questions

  • Do you pay more for fuel now?
  • Have you seen higher food prices in shops?
  • Would you want help from the government if prices rise?

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