Unit 2 - Đọc hiểu & Từ vựng: City problems

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

Beijing, known for its rapid development, is often described as a concrete jungle with very high skyscrapers and buildings. It is a bustling and liveable city for many people. Beijing has an extensive transportation system. The metro, underground, tram and sky train make it easy to get around the city even during rush hour. It is much less congested than before. There are excellent schools, hospitals, and public amenities like parks and sports facilities. You can easily find somewhere to hang out with friends at weekend.

However, Beijing government has to process many problems now. Beijing produces a lot of waste every day. This includes leftover food, plastic, paper, and other materials. From 2010 to 2019, municipal solid waste (MSW) in Beijing rose from 6.35 million tons per year to 10.11 million tons, averaging 27,700 tons per day, which is 1.2 kg per person per day. Downtown Beijing still has many construction sites so some people may feel itchy from the dust. It can be hard to keep good hygiene in such a busy place. People go to Beijing to look for a better future. But sometimes because of the pricey living cost and these pollution problems, they give up living here.

Why do people call Beijing "concrete jungle"?

According to the text, what problem has improved in Beijing?

How much municipal solid waste (MSW) did Beijing produce in 2010?

According to the text, what can cause people to itch?

What can be the best title of the passage?

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Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Although it can be expensive, the safety and convenience make the neighborhood quite . (LIVE)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The downtown area is often with traffic, especially on weekends. (CONGEST)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The new restaurant in the city center is known for its delicious food, but it’s a bit . (PRICE)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The restaurant received high marks for its excellent food standards. (HYGIENIC)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

She loves the atmosphere of the city, where there is always something happening. (BUSTLE)

Match the words with the correct definitions. 

1. 11.1 - the centre of a city, especially its main business area

2. 11.2 - an electric vehicle that transports people, usually in cities, and goes along metal tracks in the road

3. 11.3 - food that has not been eaten after a meal

4. 11.4 - an underground electric railway system in some cities

She finds it difficult to get _____ the city without using GPS.

After school, we usually _____ out with our classmates in the park.

The factory _____ raw materials into finished products.

She felt _____ all over after trying on the wool sweater so she washed it again.

During rush hour, the _____ can be quite crowded, but it’s still faster than driving.

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. Residents are pleased with the city's efforts to improve 17.1, including the addition of more green spaces.

2. The noise from the 17.2 next door makes it difficult to concentrate.

3. We prefer the 17.3 because it's faster and more reliable than taking a bus.

4. The city's skyline, with its towering skyscrapers, truly looks like a 17.4.

5. Traffic during 17.5 can add an extra hour to your commute.