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Exercise 1: Urbanization and City Life MCQs

Total questions: 149

Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins

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1.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The city center is filled with high-rise buildings that symbolize ________ and economic growth.

a)

rural life

b)

natural landscapes

c)

overcrowded streets

d)

urban development

2.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Many governments are trying to ________ rural areas to provide better living conditions for residents.

a)

urbanise

b)

reside

c)

traffic

d)

rush

3.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Life in urban areas is often more ________ than in the countryside due to advanced infrastructure and services.

a)

crowded

b)

inconvenient

c)

dynamic

d)

affordable

4.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. A highly urbanised country usually has a high demand for ________ and modern facilities.

a)

rice fields

b)

transportation systems

c)

rural areas

d)

low-rise buildings

5.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. In major cities, ________ is a common issue during rush hours, causing delays and frustration.

a)

a high-rise building

b)

a traffic jam

c)

overcrowding

d)

urbanisation

6.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The city can’t handle more traffic because it has ________ completed a large infrastructure project.

a)

ever

b)

never

c)

yet

d)

just

7.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Urbanization often leads to a significant change in ________, affecting both the economy and environment.

a)

rural lifestyles

b)

urban areas

c)

natural resources

d)

economic activities

8.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Urban residents often prioritize comfort and convenience when ________ a place to live.

a)

choosing

b)

overcrowding

c)

residing

d)

affording

9.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Overcrowded cities face challenges like ________, poor sanitation, and high living costs.

a)

expensive houses

b)

urban crime

c)

traffic jams

d)

rural migration

10.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Living in the city provides a lot of ________, such as access to education, healthcare, and entertainment.

a)

expenses

b)

conveniences

c)

rush hours

d)

crowded spaces

11.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. During rush hour, people often ________ delays due to traffic jams on major roads and highways.

a)

experiment

b)

express

c)

expand

d)

experience

12.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. One of the biggest challenges of living in a city is the high ________ for housing and daily needs.

a)

expense

b)

overcrowding

c)

unemployment

d)

traffic

13.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Urbanisation has created numerous opportunities for ________ in industries like technology, construction, and finance.

a)

unemployment

b)

employment

c)

employer

d)

unemployed

14.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. After only a month, my brother got bored at work and found his job ________ attractive.

a)

the least

b)

more or less

c)

more and more

d)

less and less

15.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The more people move to the big city, ________ pollution becomes.

a)

the more

b)

worse

c)

the worse

d)

the worst

16.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Many people find it difficult to ________ an apartment in the city due to the rising cost of rent.

a)

afford

b)

urbanise

c)

reside

d)

reduce

17.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. High-rise buildings are a common feature in urban areas, especially where land for development is ________.

a)

increase

b)

decrease

c)

limited

d)

abundant

18.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The process of urbanisation is often associated with a significant reduction in ________.

a)

rural areas

b)

urban areas

c)

industrial parks

d)

crowded areas

19.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. ________ attention paid to public transportation systems, ________ people are forced to rely on private vehicles, causing severe traffic congestion and environmental damage.

a)

The more/the less

b)

The less/the most

c)

The less/the more

d)

the least/the more

20.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. New urban areas aim to provide residents with modern ________ such as schools, hospitals, and ________ parks.

a)

facilities

b)

high-rises

c)

comforts

d)

expenses

21.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. To address traffic congestion, many cities have developed ________ that are convenient and reliable.

a)

transportation public systems

b)

systems transportation public

c)

public transportation systems

d)

public systems transportation

22.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. With the rapid pace of urbanisation, the demand for ________ jobs in cities has increased significantly.

a)

comfortable

b)

affordable

c)

high-paying

d)

convenient

23.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The lack of affordable housing in urban areas has forced many families to move to ________ zones.

a)

rural

b)

high-rise

c)

expensive

d)

overcrowded

24.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. As cities grow, overcrowding becomes an increasingly serious issue, and it is becoming ________ difficult for the government to manage public services.

a)

fewer and fewer

b)

easier and easier

c)

less and less

d)

more and more

25.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The rapid process of ________ has transformed small villages into bustling cities.

a)

urbanise

b)

urbanization

c)

urban

d)

urbanised

26.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The new park was designed for the enjoyment of all ________ in the area.

a)

residential

b)

residencies

c)

residents

d)

residing

27.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The city is known for its skyline dominated by ________.

a)

low-rise houses

b)

high-rise buildings

c)

rural areas

d)

rice fields

28.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The faster new urban areas are built, ________ the quality of construction tends to be.

a)

the lower

b)

lower and lower

c)

the lowest

d)

more and more low

29.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The government is investing heavily in the ________ of rural areas to support local economies.

a)

infrastructure

b)

population

c)

modernity

d)

comfort

30.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The company plans to ________ its business by opening new branches in urban areas.

a)

reside

b)

expand

c)

invest

d)

modernize

31.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. ________ buildings are being constructed to meet the demand for housing.

a)

Most

b)

Less and less

c)

More and more

d)

The most

32.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The famous Eiffel Tower in Paris ________ millions of tourists each year, making tourism a significant part of the city's economy.

a)

invites

b)

avoids

c)

attracts

d)

forgets

33.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The city is struggling to manage the challenges brought by rapid ________.

a)

population growth

b)

traffic jams

c)

architectural designs

d)

rural development

34.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The more attention we pay to sustainable development, the ________ the quality of life will be for future generations.

a)

better

b)

worse

c)

more expensive

d)

harder

35.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. In many large cities, the prices of real estate have ________ so much that even middle-class families are struggling to afford homes in the city center.

a)

taken off

b)

gone up

c)

invested in

d)

gone through

36.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. In urban areas with a high ________ rate, residents may feel unsafe, leading to calls for increased police presence and community programs.

a)

crime

b)

unemployment

c)

pollution

d)

growth

37.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. As the city's population grows, the government needs to ________ more money to improve public services and infrastructure.

a)

seek

b)

improve

c)

expand

d)

invest

38.

This is the second time I ______ this city. I have noticed a lot of changes here.

a)

have visited

b)

visit

c)

visited

d)

had visited

39.

In many parts of the world, there is a significant ______ of farmland, which impacts food production.

a)

authority

b)

expansion

c)

shortage

d)

housing

40.

For centuries, ______ practices in farming have been handed down through generations, but modern techniques are gradually replacing them.

a)

traditionally

b)

traditional

c)

tradition

d)

traditions

41.

After much discussion, they finally decided ______ the location for the new shopping mall.

a)

at

b)

to

c)

on

d)

with

42.

The rapid urbanization in many countries has led to the reduction of available ______ for agricultural production.

a)

forest

b)

space

c)

resources

d)

farmland

43.

The more rural areas are converted into urban zones, ______ farmland is available to meet the growing demand for food production.

a)

fewer than

b)

less and less

c)

the least

d)

the less

44.

Many young people ______ better job opportunities in cities where the economy is stronger.

a)

figure

b)

create

c)

seek

d)

choose

45.

The government is working on projects to improve the ______, making them more connected to urban centers.

a)

urban infrastructure

b)

urban infrastructure management

c)

infrastructure of rural areas

d)

economic development

46.

This is the first time we ______ such an interesting talk about urbanisation in Viet Nam.

a)

listen to

b)

had listened to

c)

listened to

d)

have listened to

47.

______, people in this region have relied on agriculture as their main source of income.

a)

Attractively

b)

Traditionally

c)

Conveniently

d)

Gradually

48.

The city has experienced rapid growth ______ it became a major urban center.

a)

for

b)

so

c)

since

d)

because

49.

The shop sells various local ______, including wooden carvings and knitted blankets.

a)

items

b)

goods

c)

products

d)

crafts

50.

Using ______ is a practical solution to reduce traffic congestion in big cities.

a)

private cars

b)

public transport

c)

rice fields

d)

rural roads

51.

The growth of cities in the 21st century has greatly increased international ______, with ports like those in Singapore playing a key role in connecting Asia to the rest of the world.

a)

trade

b)

investor

c)

movement

d)

development

52.

After long consideration, she made the ______ move to a bigger city for work.

a)

decision to

b)

leap to

c)

shift to

d)

going up

53.

The well is getting ______ polluted, forcing villagers to seek alternative clean water sources.

a)

much and more

b)

much and much

c)

most and most

d)

more and more

54.

The higher property prices are, ______ city dwellers can afford.

a)

the fewest

b)

fewer than

c)

the fewer

d)

the fewer than

55.

An ______ about the future of urban planning was held in Dubai to showcase how the city is preparing for rapid growth.

a)

exhibition

b)

workshop

c)

meeting

d)

presentation

56.

The museum features a collection of ______ artifacts that showcase the region's history.

a)

ancient

b)

modern

c)

colonial

d)

futuristic

57.

______ have made traveling between cities much faster and more convenient.

a)

Transportation modern systems

b)

Transportation system modern

c)

System modern transportation

d)

Modern transportation systems

58.

______ farmland is available for agricultural production, as rural areas are transformed into urban residential zones.

a)

More and more

b)

Less and less

c)

Most and most

d)

The most

59.

One of the biggest ______ in cities like Mexico City is air pollution, which affects the health of millions of residents.

a)

changes

b)

concerns

c)

factors

d)

opportunities

60.

The VinFast electric vehicle system, in combination with the ______, aims to improve sustainability in urban transportation.

a)

network city's tram

b)

city's tram network

c)

city's network tram

d)

tram city's network

61.

Due to rapid urbanisation, our city is becoming ______.

a)

bigger and bigger

b)

big and bigger

c)

bigger and big

d)

big and big

62.

The subway system in New York is ______ but often crowded, as it serves millions of people daily.

a)

cheap

b)

comfortable

c)

reliable

d)

outdated

63.

The ______ in the city faces a variety of challenges, including high living costs and crowded spaces.

a)

worker

b)

dweller

c)

visitor

d)

traveler

64.

The government is trying to reduce air pollution levels in Hanoi by promoting public transport to reduce ______.

a)

gas

b)

pollution

c)

emissions

d)

carbon

65.

Starting her own business is the best decision my sister ______ in her life.

a)

has never made

b)

has ever made

c)

makes

d)

had

66.

The government in Seoul is working to ______ the city's air pollution by reducing the number of cars on the roads.

a)

increase

b)

decrease

c)

maintain

d)

ignore

67.

The amount of open space in Hong Kong is ______ as more skyscrapers and residential areas are built.

a)

decreasingly

b)

decrease

c)

decreasing

d)

decreased

68.

It is getting ______ difficult for young people to find jobs if they don't have any skills.

a)

much and more

b)

more and more

c)

more and much

d)

much and much

69.

The new design is ______ different from the original, with a few small adjustments to the layout.

a)

slightly

b)

greatly

c)

completely

d)

totally

70.

The temperature today is slightly warmer than yesterday, making it more ______ to go outside.

a)

difficult

b)

affordable

c)

comfortable

d)

dangerous

71.

Amsterdam is known for its ______ landscape, which makes it perfect for biking around the city.

a)

hilly

b)

rocky

c)

flat

d)

mountainous

72.

Many people choose to ______ to Canada for better quality of life and opportunities for their families.

a)

travel

b)

immigrate

c)

settle

d)

settle

73.

After moving to Ho Chi Minh City, many families take time to ______ and adjust to the fast-paced urban lifestyle.

a)

settle in

b)

get by

c)

fit in

d)

move on

74.

Urbanisation is transforming many ______, where modern buildings replace traditional fishing villages.

a)

coastal areas

b)

urban zones

c)

suburbs

d)

rural regions

75.

The population in metropolitan cities is growing ______, creating challenges for housing and infrastructure development.

a)

more and more rapid

b)

more and more rapidly

c)

more and less rapidly

d)

more rapidly

76.

The bigger the city grows in terms of population, ________ complex urban planning and management become for local governments.

a)

less and less

b)

the most

c)

the more

d)

the least

77.

The government hasn't completed the new infrastructure projects for urban development ________.

a)

just

b)

never

c)

ever

d)

yet

78.

Residents often ________ about traffic congestion and air pollution caused by rapid urbanisation.

a)

encourage

b)

support

c)

emit

d)

complain

79.

The roads in major cities are getting ________ as traffic congestion worsens due to the increasing number of vehicles.

a)

narrower and narrower

b)

more and more narrow

c)

the narrowest

d)

less and less wide

80.

The city has ________ built several new skyscrapers to accommodate the growing population.

a)

already

b)

yet

c)

since

d)

so far

81.

It was a huge ________ to ignore the city's infrastructure issues, as this led to traffic congestion and increased pollution.

a)

mistakable

b)

mistaken

c)

mistake

d)

mistakenly

82.

________, the city has improved its public transportation system to cope with the increasing number of residents.

a)

Just

b)

Never

c)

Since

d)

So far

83.

________, such as parks and libraries, helps maintain social connections in urban areas.

a)

Building communal spaces

b)

Space communal building

c)

Building spaces communal

d)

Communal building spaces

84.

Urbanisation can weaken the sense of ________ as people live more isolated lives in large cities.

a)

relationship

b)

community

c)

belonging

d)

connection

85.

Many people feel ________ in overcrowded cities because they cannot afford to move to quieter places.

a)

isolated

b)

abandoned

c)

stuck

d)

lost

86.

The city needs to provide more ________ so that people can find good places to live.

a)

hotel

b)

housing

c)

properties

d)

guesthouse

87.

________ investment is directed toward rural development, as governments focus more on improving urban infrastructure.

a)

Less and less

b)

More and more

c)

The least

d)

The most

88.

There has been a lot of construction in the city center. Have you seen it ________?

a)

never

b)

before

c)

recently

d)

just

89.

The air quality in densely populated cities is becoming ________, with many residents suffering from respiratory illnesses.

a)

less and less acceptable

b)

less and less acceptably

c)

more and more acceptable

d)

the least acceptably

90.

The cost of living in urban areas is becoming ________, especially for low-income families.

a)

the most unaffordable

b)

more and more unaffordable

c)

more and more unaffordably

d)

less and less affordable

91.

Has the city been experiencing rapid urbanisation and construction ________ the past few years?

a)

yet

b)

for

c)

since

d)

ever

92.

________ factories and industries are established in urban areas, ________ the air and water pollution problems become, impacting both health and biodiversity.

a)

The more /the worse

b)

The more /the worst

c)

The fewer /the worse

d)

The worst /the worse

93.

The increase in urban crime has led to stricter ________ in densely populated areas.

a)

laws

b)

facilities

c)

residents

d)

conveniences

94.

Many urban residents are looking for affordable housing options due to the ________ cost of living in big cities.

a)

overcrowded

b)

high-rise

c)

expensive

d)

rural

95.

This is the first time I ________ a photo of this rare animal in the wild.

a)

have taken

b)

am taking

c)

took

d)

had taken

96.

What is the most expensive present that you ________ ever ________ to someone?

a)

Ø/give

b)

having been/giving

c)

did/give

d)

have/given

97.

That is the second time I ________ to the new shopping centre.

a)

go

b)

have been going

c)

went

d)

have gone

98.

Singapore is the most modern city I ________ ever visited.

a)

Ø

b)

have been

c)

did

d)

have

99.

Hà Nội often experiences severe ________ during winter months, leading to health concerns for city residents and visitors.

a)

gas

b)

rain

c)

emissions

d)

smog

100.

The city has been undergoing rapid changes ________ a long time.

a)

since

b)

for

c)

in

d)

from

101.

The environmental impact of the new development is expected to increase ________ over the next few years.

a)

suddenly

b)

rapidly

c)

gradually

d)

immediately

102.

While urbanisation brings job opportunities, it also reduces the land available for ________, which can harm food production.

a)

livestock

b)

agriculture

c)

gardening

d)

poultry

103.

Urban areas are becoming ________, with more people migrating from rural regions in search of better opportunities.

a)

more and more busy

b)

the busiest

c)

busier and busier

d)

busier

104.

The Great Wall of China is ________ for tourists visiting Beijing, and it plays an important role in the local economy.

a)

a major attraction

b)

an abandoned site

c)

a forgotten landmark

d)

an unknown place

105.

The government must take action to address the issues of urbanisation, and it will soon ________ to the concerns raised by the local community.

a)

handle

b)

respond

c)

react

d)

address

106.

Urbanisation is making the environment ________ polluted, with industrial waste and vehicle emissions being major contributors.

a)

the most

b)

more

c)

less and less

d)

more and more

107.

New residential areas often attract ________ who seek better living conditions and job opportunities.

a)

employers

b)

residents

c)

commuters

d)

tourists

108.

________ about urbanisation is that it often destroys the cultural heritage of small towns.

a)

Complaint one common

b)

One complaint common

c)

Common one complaint

d)

One common complaint

109.

People are relocating to urban areas ________, driven by the promise of higher-paying jobs and better living standards.

a)

more and more faster

b)

the fastest

c)

less and less fast

d)

faster and faster

110.

The government is focusing on ________ development to reduce the pressure on major cities caused by urbanisation.

a)

regional

b)

region

c)

regionally

d)

regionalism

111.

The new policy aims to ________ traditional crafts and skills that were once popular in the region.

a)

bring back

b)

give up

c)

set up

d)

take over

112.

Urban public transport systems are performing ________, leaving many commuters frustrated during peak hours.

a)

more effectively

b)

less and less effectively

c)

the most effective

d)

less and less effective

113.

Leaving the countryside to live in a crowded city is the worst decision he ______ in his life.

a)

has

b)

makes

c)

has made

d)

gets

114.

Life in the city is turning ________, as noise, traffic, and stress levels continue to rise.

a)

the most enjoyable

b)

more and more enjoyable

c)

less and less enjoyable

d)

more enjoyable

115.

Urbanisation does not offer ________ benefits to everyone, as low-income families often struggle in cities.

a)

equal

b)

similar

c)

fair

d)

identical

116.

________ green space is being preserved in urban areas, as high-rise buildings and industrial zones dominate the landscape.

a)

More and more

b)

The least

c)

More

d)

Less and less

117.

In response to urbanisation, many cities are working to ________ old buildings while preserving their historical significance.

a)

modernize

b)

modernization

c)

modernly

d)

modern

118.

Foreign ________ play a crucial role in boosting the economy by funding major projects like the development of urban areas.

a)

investments

b)

investors

c)

authorities

d)

shortages

119.

________ cities expand to accommodate growing populations, ________ the burden on natural resources becomes, leading to water shortages and deforestation.

a)

The less / the greater

b)

The greater / the faster

c)

The faster / the more

d)

The faster / the greater

120.

Singapore's economy remains ________, helping to cement its reputation as a financial hub and a place to live.

a)

stable

b)

affordable

c)

rapid

d)

reliable

121.

As cities expand, ________ are being converted into industrial zones and residential areas.

a)

agricultural lands

b)

area agriculture

c)

agriculture

d)

agriculture lands

122.

Overcrowding in cities often leads to a decline in ________ for many residents.

a)

comfortable conditions living

b)

conditions comfortable living

c)

living conditions comfortable

d)

comfortable living conditions

123.

As population ________ continues in cities, traffic congestion increases, leading to both challenges and opportunities for urban planners.

a)

size

b)

movement

c)

growth

d)

density

124.

Public transport in the city is often ________ during rush hours.

a)

uncomfortable

b)

crowded

c)

jam

d)

inexpensive

125.

________ rural areas are abandoned, ________ the risk of cultural traditions being lost becomes.

a)

The less / the higher

b)

The more / the more

c)

The higher / the more

d)

The more / the higher

126.

Shanghai is ________ developing a high-tech economy, with many technology companies opening offices in the city's business districts.

a)

focusing on

b)

looking into

c)

turning to

d)

moving away

127.

The rapid growth of the city's population has led to an increase in demand for ________.

a)

populate

b)

populous

c)

population

d)

popular

128.

Youth crime in the inner city has increased ________ in recent months, requiring tightened security.

a)

reliably

b)

affordably

c)

conveniently

d)

rapidly

129.

The ________ cities expand, the ________ the pressure on infrastructure becomes.

a)

faster / greater

b)

fastest / greater

c)

greater / faster

d)

fastest / fast

130.

Many children growing up in urban areas spend their ________ in high-rise buildings and with limited green space, making outdoor play a rare activity for them.

a)

childhood

b)

leisure time

c)

afternoons

d)

weekends

131.

Choose the best option to complete blank (1) in the sentence: In 2018, the United Nations announced that Singapore was completely (1) ______ as 100 per cent of its population is defined as urban.

a)

urbanised

b)

modernised

c)

realised

d)

revised

132.

Choose the best option to complete blank (2) in the sentence: Urbanisation has brought both (2) ______ and disadvantages to the small city-state.

a)

news

b)

advantages

c)

changes

d)

peace

133.

Choose the best option to complete blank (3) in the sentence: On the one hand, Singapore has (3) ______ a lot of skilled workers from many other countries to ensure the economy continues to grow.

a)

changed

b)

caught

c)

attracted

d)

denied

134.

Choose the best option to complete blank (4) in the sentence: Migrants have also helped create a more (4) ______ diverse society in Singapore.

a)

verbally

b)

globally

c)

locally

d)

culturally

135.

Choose the best option to complete blank (5) in the sentence: On the other hand, urbanisation has caused some (5) ______ problems such as deforestation, overpopulation, and waste management.

a)

serious

b)

easy

c)

difficult

d)

dangerous

136.

Choose the best option to complete blank (6) in the sentence: Since it was first colonised by the British in 1819 and Singapore was formally founded, over 95 per cent of its vegetation has been (6) ______.

a)

grown

b)

cleared

c)

bought

d)

taken

137.

Choose the best option to complete blank (7) in the sentence: In terms of (7) ______ density, in many parts of Singapore, there are over 20,000 people living per square kilometre.

a)

environment

b)

development

c)

population

d)

pollution

138.

Choose the best option to complete blank (8) in the sentence: Waste treatment used to be another (8) ______ in Singapore. However, thanks to the development of technology, this problem has been solved.

a)

idea

b)

factor

c)

benefit

d)

problem

139.

Choose the best option to complete blank (1) in the sentence: Urbanisation is the result of (1) ______ in which a huge number of people have left their rural hometowns for cities.

a)

unemployment

b)

pollution

c)

overpopulation

d)

migration

140.

Choose the best option to complete blank (2) in the sentence: To combat smog, urban areas invest in rapid (2) ______ systems and promote eco-friendly transportation alternatives.

a)

water

b)

transit

c)

waste

d)

healthcare

141.

Choose the best option to complete blank (3) in the sentence: Second, the (3) ______ rise in property prices has got out of control.

a)

soaring

b)

falling

c)

declining

d)

low

142.

Choose the best option to complete blank (4) in the sentence: As a result, governments must have suitable housing policies (4) ______ out to handle the housing issues.

a)

carry

b)

to carry

c)

carried

d)

carrying

143.

Choose the best option to complete blank (5) in the sentence: Finally, healthcare hasn’t been able to meet the urgent demands of fast-growing populations, which results (5) ______ a healthcare crisis.

a)

on

b)

in

c)

to

d)

from

144.

Choose the best option to complete blank (1) in the passage: Urbanisation, the movement of people from rural to urban areas, has its advantages and disadvantages. As cities grow, there is a greater need for housing, jobs, and services, which leads to economic development and improved living standards. (1) ________, there are also challenges that come with this shift.

a)

Therefore

b)

Although

c)

Despite

d)

However

145.

Choose the best option to complete blank (2) in the sentence: Overcrowded living conditions (2) ________ health risks, and daily traffic congestion becomes a common struggle.

a)

pose

b)

reduce

c)

take

d)

raise

146.

Choose the best option to complete blank (3) in the sentence: As cities expand, green spaces are reduced, and pollution levels increase, (3) ________ affects both residents and the environment.

a)

why

b)

who

c)

that

d)

which

147.

Choose the best option to complete blank (4) in the sentence: While some people thrive in urban areas, (4) ________ struggle to access the opportunities available.

a)

the other

b)

other

c)

others

d)

another

148.

Choose the best option to complete blank (5) in the sentence: To (5) ________ these problems, careful planning and sustainable development are necessary.

a)

promote

b)

address

c)

enhance

d)

upgrade

149.

Choose the best option to complete blank (6) in the sentence: This will lead to an (6) ________ quality of life for all residents.

a)

improve

b)

improving

c)

improved

d)

improvement