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UNIT 2: CITY LIFE

Practice Test 1

PHONETICS
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other
three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. cloud B. house C. council D. group
2. A. location B. hospital C. concrete D. popular
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position
of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3. A. public B. bustle C. downtown D. system
4. A. construction B. development C. reliable D. comfortable
VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the
following questions.
5. The teacher suggested that students visited the city's historical landmarks to learn more about its past.
A. that B. visited C. historical D. to learn
6. The busier the streets are, the more hardly it is to find a quiet spot to relax.
A. busier B. are C. more hardly D. to relax
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
7. We got stuck on a _____ road for over an hour yesterday.
A. congestion B. congesting C. congested D. congests
8. You should avoid walking near the construction _____ for safety reasons.
A. sign B. site C. way D. place
9. Minh prefers the _____ because he finds it more comfortable to go underground than above the ground.
A. metro B. sky train C. taxi D. ferry
10. Local authorities will _____ a survey to improve public transportation.
A. carry on B. take place C. carry out D. take part
11. If you _____ the flu, you should see a doctor.
A. come down to B. come with C. come down D. come down with
12. Teens love to _____ at the new café downtown.
A. get out B. hang out C. go up D. pass by
13. The _____ the buildings in the city are, the more impressive the skyline becomes.
A. tallest B. more tall C. more taller D. taller
14. Riding a bicycle in the city is much _____ than driving a car.
A. healthier B. more healthy C. most healthy D. more healthily
15. The train moves _____ than the bus during rush hour.
A. quickest B. more quickly C. quicklier D. most quickly
16. The more you practice playing the piano, the _____ you will become at it.
A. gooder B. best C. more better D. better
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the
following exchanges.
17. A: “Do you need help carrying those groceries?”
B: “_____”
A. Yes, please! That would be great. B. Well done!
C. That’s amazing! I don’t believe it. D. Do it yourself.
18. Lam: “I can drop you off at work if you miss the bus.”
Minh: “_____”
A. Hurry up! I’m too late. B. Sorry. I can’t catch the bus.
C. Thanks. It’s so nice of you. D. Don’t worry. I can take you to the station.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
19. Cafés and restaurants are bustling during lunchtime.
A. busy B. quiet C. peaceful D. tranquil
20. Modern technology has developed to improve city transportation systems.
A. immature B. advanced C. undeveloped D. old-fashioned
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
21. The downtown market is packed with shoppers on weekends.
A. full of B. crowded with C. empty of D. filled with
22. Many car drivers don’t obey traffic rules, so they indirectly cause traffic congestion.
A. follow B. agree C. respond D. oppose
READING
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
If you live in a city, you will probably see many people, hear the noise of traffic, and smell the pollution (23) _____ cars and
factories. We are living in a new era in the history of the world. Before this, most people were farmers. They lived in small
communities in the (24) _____. Now many people are leaving the farms and moving into the cities. They are looking for
better jobs. As a result, the cities are growing very quickly. Most cities are becoming more crowded. People are driving more
cars, burning more fuel, using more water, eating more food, (25) _____ more garbage, and producing more things in
factories than ever before. Life in modern cities can bring many opportunities, but also many difficulties.
The authorities are trying to plan for a better future. They are building new roads, putting up new houses, looking for more
water sources, and limiting growth in certain areas. But people are still crowding into the cities (26) _____ than the cities can
take them. The cities are (27) _____ out of space. There are no easy answers to this problem.
23. A. for B. of C. from D. by
24. A. internation B. city C. urban D. countryside
25. A. make B. making C. clean D. cleaning
26. A. fastest B. fastly C. faster D. more fastly
27. A. running B. taking C. coming D. going
Read the passage and mark the letter A, B or C on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each question.
City life
Cities are large and highly populated areas and therefore often seem like very crowded places. Because the population is
more concentrated, there are often traffic jams, packed public transportation and streets swarming with people in a rush.
Pollution is one other major problem caused by high population density. Motor vehicle emissions contribute to low quality of
air and are a major component of smog in some large cities. Another thing to have in mind if you want to reside in urban
areas is the high prices of accommodations. For the price of an apartment in the city, one can buy a large property in the
country, with lots of indoor and also outdoor space.
At the same time, there are many advantages of living in the city. Everything you may need is close by starting with
hospitals, banks, educational institutions, shops, etc. Cities also have a developed infrastructure like electricity,
telecommunication, water and transportation facilities. While in the city you can get anywhere by public transportation or a
taxi relatively quickly, to get anywhere in the countryside you have to have a vehicle and drive. Given that even your first
neighbour is sometimes a little further away, not to mention any kind of medical facility or a school for example, without
your own transportation, you are stuck in place.
If you are unemployed and are looking for a job, the city provides a lot more employment opportunities. High-paying jobs in
finance, medicine, law, retail or advertising tend to be found in the cities. One can also work remotely, but that means fewer
career options.
28. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Cities are cleaner and cheaper than rural areas.
B. Cities offer both challenges and benefits for residents.
C. Rural areas have more employment opportunities than cities.
D. Public transportation is better in rural areas than in cities.
29. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Cities have developed infrastructure such as electricity and water facilities.
B. Living in the city is cheaper than living in the countryside.
C. High-paying jobs are often found in cities.
D. Motor vehicle emissions contribute to smog in large cities.
30. According to the passage, what is one major problem caused by high population density in cities?
A. Lack of educational institutions B. High crime rates
C. Pollution from motor vehicle emissions D. Limited access to medical facilities
31. What does the underlined word "that" refer to in the passage?
A. Working in finance B. Working remotely
C. Living in the countryside D. High-paying jobs
32. What does the word "infrastructure" mean in the context of the passage?
A. The physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society.
B. Recreational areas and parks.
C. Residential buildings and apartments.
D. Natural landscapes and greenery.
WRITING
Write completed sentences with the given words. Change the words if necessary.
33. Although/ the sky train/ Bangkok/ crowded/ rush hour/ ,/ it/ always/ on time.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
34. They/ suggest/ carry/ a project/ which/ turn/ food waste/ energy.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
35. They/ decided/ hang/ cinema/ instead/ a coffee shop.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
36. The/ slow/ the Internet/ , / the/ angry/ the users/ get.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
Complete each second sentence using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence.
37. They should reduce the amount of fatty foods in their daily meals. (CUT)
→ _________________________________________________________________.
38. The company plans to implement new safety procedures next month. (CARRY)
→ _________________________________________________________________.
39. As it gets darker, it becomes more difficult to see. (THE)
→ _________________________________________________________________.
40. If the weather becomes hotter, we will need more water. (THE MORE)
→ _________________________________________________________________.

School: ___________________________ Score

Class: ___________________________
Full name: ___________________________

UNIT 2: CITY LIFE

Practice Test 2

PHONETICS
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from
the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. square B. share C. care D. are
2. A. telephone B. congestion C. window D. homework

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in
the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3. A. pollute B. traffic C. jungle D. suburb
4. A. attractive B. facility C. leftover D. amenity

VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
5. As time goes by, the older he get, the more experienced he becomes.
A. As B. the C. get D. more experienced
6. The shop is packing with people at the end of the year.
A. packing B. people C. end D. the

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
7. The ____ in the city includes parks, schools, and hospitals.
A. public amenities B. entertainment centre C. congested road D. construction site
8. In a ____ like New York, it's hard to find a quiet place to relax.
A. green space B. shopping mall C. concrete jungle D. public library
9. Clean streets and efficient public transport make this city extremely _____ and enjoyable.
A. livelihood B. liveliness C. live D. liveable
10. Tourists often find it difficult to get ____ the city without a guide.
A. on B. off C. out D. around
11. In a big city like New York, you can easily ____ friends at local cafes and parks.
A. get around B. carry out C. hang out with D. cut down on
12. Due to the increase in pollution, many people have decided to _____ their car usage.
A. come down with B. cut down on C. get around D. carry out
13. The busier the city is, the _____ its people are.
A. less happy B. less happier C. more happier D. more happy
14. Air pollution is typically _____ in industrial cities.
A. bad B. worse C. worst D. more bad
15. _____ The more popular the tourist attraction, the more crowded the area is.
A. The more popular B. The popular C. The most popular D. Most popular
16. The _____ streets are, _____ the traffic jam gets.
A. narrower / heavier B. narrower/ the heavier
C. more narrow/ more heavy D. more narrow/ the more heavy

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of
the following exchanges.
17. Linda: "Would you like me to carry those bags for you?" - John: "________"
A. No, I prefer to do it myself. B. I don’t think so.
C. Yes. I would appreciate that. D. Never mind.
18. Tom: "I'm really struggling with my math homework."
Sarah: "________"
Tom: “Thank you.”
A. That’s a great idea. B. I can give you some help if you like.
C. You should ask someone else. D. Math is not easy.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
19. He prefers the metro over driving because it saves time and money.
A. underground train B. sky train C. train station D. parking space
20. The new restaurant downtown is quite pricey, but the food is delicious.
A. cheap B. costly C. reasonable D. helpful

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
21. In my opinion, using public transport can be less stressful and more relaxing than driving.
A. communal B. common C. popular D. private
22. The coming talk is about the challenges of education in rural areas and how technology can help overcome
them.
A. local B. nearby C. urban D. remote

READING
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Living in the city
Living in the city has its own unique charm and challenges. One of the greatest advantages of city life is the
accessibility to various amenities. Cities often have a wide (23) ____ of entertainment options, such as theaters,
museums, and restaurants. Additionally, public transportation systems in cities are usually well-developed, and
(24) ____ it easy for residents to commute.
However, city life can also be demanding. The cost (25) ____ living in urban areas is typically higher than in rural
areas. Traffic congestion is a common problem, leading to longer travel times and frustration. City life can also be
noisy and crowded. Despite these challenges, many people find city life exciting (26) _____ full of opportunities.
The diversity of cultures and people in cities creates a vibrant atmosphere.
In conclusion, city life offers a mix of benefits and drawbacks. Understanding these aspects can help individuals
decide if city life is the right (27) _____ for them.
23. A. variety B. range C. selection D. choice
24. A. makes B. making C. make D. made
25. A. in B. to C. at D. of
26. A. and B. but C. or D. nor
27. A. vote B. choice C. idea D. choosing

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B or C on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions.
Emily, a high school student, participated in a competition in how to solve urban problems in the city. Her
presentation focused on three main issues: traffic congestion, pollution, and lack of green spaces.

First, Emily addressed traffic congestion by suggesting the implementation of more bike lanes and promoting the
use of public transportation. She emphasized that reducing the number of cars on the road would decrease traffic
jams and improve air quality.
Second, Emily discussed pollution, particularly air and noise pollution. She proposed stricter regulations on
factories and encouraged the use of electric vehicles. Emily also highlighted the importance of public awareness
campaigns to educate citizens on how to reduce their carbon footprint.
Finally, Emily talked about the lack of green spaces in urban areas. She recommended creating more parks and
community gardens. Emily argued that these green spaces would provide residents with areas to relax and
exercise, improving overall well-being.
Emily's presentation was well-received, and she won first place in the competition. Her practical and innovative
solutions inspired many attendees to think about how they could contribute to making their city a better place to
live.
28. What was the purpose of Emily's presentation?
A. To promote a new park
B. To find solutions to urban problems
C. To describe a traffic jam
D. To highlight noise pollution
29. What is one solution Emily suggested for traffic congestion?
A. Building more highways
B. Implementing more bike lanes
C. Increasing the number of cars
D. Reducing public transportation
30. Why did Emily emphasize public awareness campaigns?
A. To reduce noise
B. To educate citizens on reducing their carbon footprint
C. To build more parks
D. To create more traffic jams
31. What does the pronoun "these" in paragraph 3 refer to?
A. Factories
B. Electric vehicles
C. Parks and community gardens
D. Traffic jams
32. What does the word "innovative" in the last paragraph most likely mean?
A. Expensive
B. New and creative
C. Traditional
D. Unsuccessful

WRITING
Write completed sentences with the given words. Change the words if necessary.
33. Downtown areas/ major cities/ New York/ loud/ busy/ almost/ 24 hours a day.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
34. Now/ people/ be/ throw/ tons/ food/ each year.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
35. They/ suggest/ city authorities/ improve/ security measures/ deal/ the rising crime rates.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
36. The/ city/ be/ dusty,/ so/ people/ easy/ get/ itchy eyes.
→ _________________________________________________________________.
Complete each second sentence using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence.
37. James caught a cold after walking home in the rain yesterday. (DOWN)
→ _________________________________________________________________.
38. Because my neighborhood gets big, I don’t feel secure. (LESS)
→ _________________________________________________________________.
39. Linda conducted a survey to find out the impact of noise pollution on the daily lives of city dwellers.
(CARRY)
→ _________________________________________________________________.
40. When the city was modern, the living standard got high. (THE MORE)
→ _________________________________________________________________.