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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


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