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Unit 3: CITIES OF THE FUTURE TEST 2 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. privacy B. limit C. device D. diversity Question 2: A. electric B. cycle C. service D. percent 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 stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. modern B. household C. private D. correct Question 4: A. sustainable B. infrastructure C. economy D. pedestrian Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5: In the future, advanced technology will help residents ________ with the effects of climate change. A. cope B. pay C. make D. take Question 6: The design of future cities will encourage people to ________ more with their environment through green spaces. A. promote B. explain C. control D. interact Question 7: Innovations in technology and infrastructure are essential to creating more _______ cities for the growing population A. definite B. livable C. interactive D. affordable Question 8: Urban planning decisions today will have a lasting impact ________ the sustainability of cities in the future. A. for B. of C. on D. with Question 9: Right now, I ________spending time at the park, enjoying the fresh air. A. am loving B. love C. will love D. loves Read the following advertisement/announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 12. Introducing EcoRide – The Future of Urban Transportation! Tired of traffic jams and pollution in the city? Say hello to EcoRide, the revolutionary new way to get (10)_______ in your city, combining convenience, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology. What is EcoRide? EcoRide is a fleet of self-driving electric vehicles designed to make urban transportation easy, fast, and eco-friendly. Whether you’re heading to work, running errands, or exploring the city, EcoRide has you covered! Why Choose EcoRide? ● Zero Emissions: Our electric vehicles run on 100% renewable energy, (11)______ your carbon footprint and helping to create a cleaner, greener city. ● On-Demand Service: With just a tap on our app, an EcoRide will be at your doorstep within minutes, ready to take you wherever you need to go. ● Smart Routing: Our AI-powered system optimizes your route, avoiding traffic and getting you to
your (12)________ faster. ● Affordable & Flexible: Choose from a range of ride options to suit your budget, from solo trips to shared rides. Pay only for what you use – no hidden fees! Join us in making our city a cleaner, smarter, and more connected place to live. EcoRide – Your Ride to a Greener Future. Question 10: A. from B. around C. on D. for Question 11: A. reminding B. supporting C. reducing D. attending Question 12: A. healthcare B. tools C. measure D. destination Announcement: Grand Opening of Future City 2050! We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of Future City 2050, the city where innovation (13)______ sustainability! Date: September 1, 2050 Location: Future City Central Plaza Join us as we unveil the most advanced smart city of the future. Explore our cutting-edge infrastructure, experience our green living spaces, and see firsthand(14)________ technology is integrated into every aspect of urban life. Be Part of the Future Today! Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the beginning of a new era in city living. For more information and to RSVP, visit www.futurecity2050.com. We look forward (15)_________ you to the city of tomorrow! Question 13: A. see B. meet C. put D. take Question 14: A. what B. how C. when D. why Question 15: A. welcoming B. to welcoming C. welcome D. to welcome Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question 16: a. The introduction of smart technologies in cities can help reduce traffic congestion and improve public transportation. b. In future cities, people are expected to live in more sustainable and eco-friendly environments. c. Additionally, urban areas will likely see an increase in green spaces and renewable energy sources. d. As cities evolve, the quality of life for residents will continue to improve with better infrastructure and services. e. Living in the city will become more efficient and convenient as technology advances. A. e – d – c – b – a B. b – e – c – a – d C. b – d – e – a – c D. e – a – c – b – d Question 17:
a. Moreover, these advancements will lead to a higher quality of life for residents. b. In the future, cities will rely heavily on renewable energy sources and smart infrastructure. c. As technology continues to evolve, the design and functionality of cities will transform significantly. d. For example, smart grids and energy-efficient buildings will become the norm. e. Dear residents, as we look toward the future, it’s clear that urban living will undergo substantial changes. A. e – b – d – c – a B. e – c – b – d – a C. e – c – a – b – d D. e – b – a – d – c Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23. The concept of the smart city gained relevant success in the last years and it (18)___________ as the model for the city of the future. It represents a model of development of the city, in which the use of different types of technologies and infrastructures has the aim to provide an improvement in the quality of life of citizens and support the environment in a sustainable manner. It is a multi-level approach that wants to reduce the negative effects of urbanization processes and at the same time maximize the benefits of a modern, connected and informed city. (19)__________ and actions to implement, that goes beyond to the simple establishment of the latest technologies. At the base of the smart city, there is the so-called smart grid, which is an intelligent network that provides efficient management of the energy supply and storage inside the city. (20)_________, the city is able (21)__________ about the consumption and demand for energy and at the same time connect all the main actors of the smart cities: businesses, governments, citizens, energy producers, in a multi-faced network. The intelligent use of technology is only the starting point, the collection and information processing leads to a numerous type of applications inside the urban center: an intelligent management of the urban lights, systems of smart parking or traffic management, an increased level in education and culture, the efficient waste and water management, the control of air pollution, the possibility to connect your device with the smart home and the construction of safer and smarter buildings and many others. (22)__________, we can run into a myriad of different aspects: green economy, internet of things, security of building in case of weather events, autonomous vehicles, social inclusion (23)__________ only to provide some examples. Source: Ca' Foscari University Question 18: A. is usually mentioned B. is mentioned usually C. usually mentioned D. usually is mentioned Question 19: A. This is included many aspects B. Including C. Which includes many aspects D. This includes many aspects Question 20: A. Through this system B. For this system C. On this system D. This system Question 21: A. collecting any information B. to collect any information C. to collect little information D. collecting little information Question 22: A. While we are reading about the smart city B. Because we read about the smart city C. Though we read about the smart city D. When we read about the smart city Question 23: A. or the use of renewable resources B. with the use of renewable resources C. but the use of renewable resources D. regardless of the use of renewable resources
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28. Smart cities improve the usage of resources such as electricity or water by predicting their demand. (24)_______ sensors are installed inside commercial and residential buildings like smart meters, they can analyze the amount of energy consumed, central management systems are able to (25)_________ patterns and demand, thus limiting wasted resources. Transportation can be made more efficient with connected traffic management systems and new types of mobility, (26)_______ of which include shared vehicles (cars, bikes, e-scooters). Trains, trams, buses, or taxis can inform citizens of precise arrival times and delays, meaning people will waste less time waiting for transportation. Additionally, these shared vehicles can help reduce the number of cars on the street and improve the flow of traffic. (27)________ such as streets, bridges, and buildings can be made safer and cheaper to maintain. With sensors installed throughout the structure, (28)________ use AI data analysis, maintenance issues can be predicted before they occur. Therefore,these problems can be repaired or rebuilt without causing serious damage to the infrastructure or risking the safety of citizens. Reference: smart-cre Question 24: A. Although B. However C. Because of D. Because Question 25: A. increase B. predict C. produce D. manage Question 26: A. many B. much C. each D. some Question 27: A. Transformation B. Infrastructure C. Individual D. Access Question 28: A. who B. whose C. whom D. which Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.  Vietnam is rapidly advancing in smart city development, with efforts accelerating due to the COVID-19 pandemic and increasing awareness of the importance of sustainable urban spaces. Major cities like Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, and Can Tho are leading the way, developing smart city frameworks and gradually transforming city services. The government’s Decision No. 749/QD-TTG, approved in 2021, provides guidelines for provinces and municipalities to formulate their smart city roadmaps. However, while smaller cities like Da Nang benefit from clear paths to smart development, established metropolitan areas such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi face challenges due to existing infrastructure. Ho Chi Minh City has prioritized its smart city transformation with four key tasks: creating a shared database, establishing a simulation and forecasting center, developing a smart administration center, and enhancing information security. Initiatives like the Smart Urban Operation Center, which is supported by U.S. partners, and the Simulation Division for traffic management, highlight the city’s commitment to integrating technology into its urban planning. The city is also fostering innovation by encouraging the use of open data ecosystems, providing accessible data on health, transport, and the environment for public and private use. In addition to city-wide initiatives, district-level smart projects like Saigon Sports City and Thu Thiem Lotte Eco Smart City are underway in Ho Chi Minh City. These projects incorporate smart security, mobility, and environmental solutions, along with innovations such as green energy technology, intelligent buildings, and waste treatment systems. These developments reflect Vietnam’s commitment to creating sustainable, high-tech urban areas, with collaboration between domestic and foreign partners playing a crucial role in this transformation. Through these initiatives, Vietnam is positioning itself as a leader in smart city development, with a strong focus on sustainability and technological innovation across its key urban areas. Reference: ycpsolidiance