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UNIT 7 - URBAN LIFE A. PRONUNCIATION I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently. 1. A. long B. gym C. jam D. joy 2. A. joke B. just C. give D. encourage 3. A. age B. jeans C. junk D. again 4. A. agent B. group C. huge D. page 5. A. gift B. major C. enjoy D. join 6. A. juice B. object C. sugar D. jet 7. A. anger B. garden C. begin D. logic 8. A. image B. journey C. subject D. argue 9. A. jungle B. angel C. green D. project 10. A. damage B. eight C. large D. edge II. Choose the option whose underlined word is stressed. 1. A. The cafe was so crowded that Sarah had to wait outside for a table. B. Though the tiny apartment had only one window, the clever layout maximized space with a fold-down table. 2. A. Although there are crowds everywhere, there’s always something new to discover in the city, I think. B. The traffic was so loud that you could barely hear yourself think. 3. A. The light show was so dazzling that it lít up the entire cityscape. B. Despite the constant construction, the city’s energy pulsates through the everchanging cityscape. 4. A. Even though rush hour traffic was bumper-to-bumper, she remained calm, not to be panicked. B. The subway station was such a chaotic rush hour scene that he panicked. 5. A. Although rain showers can disrupt traffic, they also bring a welcome cool down to the streets. B. The skyscrapers were so tall, they cast long shadows over the city streets. 6. A. The coffee shop was so popular that there was always a line outside.
B. The tiny apartment felt cramped even though the city offered endless streets to explore outside. 7. A. The tiny apartment buzzed with energy although everyone sat within arm’s reach for hours. B. The museum exhibit was so Interactive that it kept children entertained for hours. 8. A. The Street was such a maze of shops and people that she felt lost. B. Though exhaust fumes filled the air, the city’s cultural offerings always surprised him lost. 9. A. At night, even though the city never sleeps, I find quiet corners to keep studying. B. The construction work was so noisy that it made it difficult to concentrate on studying. 10. A. The Park was such a peaceful oasis that it offered a welcome escape from the city noise. B. Despite the delicious Street food stalls, the shouting vendors add to the cacophony of noise. B. VOCABULARY I. Choose the correct description of the given words. 1. Medical help: A. Getting advice from a friend about a rash. B. Seeing a doctor or nurse for an injury or illness. C. Asking your neighbor for medication they don’t need. D. Taking medicine without knowing what it’s for. 2. Plastic Products: A. Items made from wood, metal, or glass. B. Items found naturally in the environment. C. Items specifically used for storing food or drinks. D. Items made from synthetic materials that can be molded into different shapes. 3. Traffic lights: A. Colorful decorations for streets. B. Warning signs for dangerous roads. C. Landmarks you can find in every city park. D. Devices that control the flow of vehicles and pedestrians at intersections. 4. Traffic jam: A. A busy street with lots of cars parked neatly on both sides. B. A smooth ride on a highway with everyone driving at the same speed.
C. A large number of vehicles stuck in slow-moving or stopped traffic. D. A fun event where people gather around decorated cars. 5. Grocery store: A. A place where you can buy clothes and electronics. B. A large park with walking paths and picnic areas. C. A store that sells food, drinks, and household items. D. A library where you can borrow books and movies. 6. Pedestrian: A. Someone who travels by car only. B. Someone who rides a bicycle for errands. C. Someone who travels long distances by bus or train. D. Someone who uses their feet to walk from place to place. 7. Sidewalk: A. A long, flat surface next to a road, for people to walk on. B. A type of candy bar with nuts and chocolate. C. A small path through a forest or park. D. A place where cars are parked next to the street. 8. Crosswalk: A. A type of exercise where you move your arms and legs like walking in place. B. A special area on a road for people to safely cross from one side to the other. C. A small shop selling snacks and drinks near a busy street. D. A type of bird known for its colorful feathers. 9. Accident: A. Something unexpected and unintended that happens suddenly. B. Something done on purpose and planned beforehand. C. Something funny or amusing that makes people laugh. D. Something familiar and routine that happens regularly. 10. Criminal: A. Someone who is brave and takes risks. B. Someone who breaks the law and is punished for it. C. Someone who is dishonest or untrustworthy. D. Somone who helps others in need. II. Choose the correct answer to fill in each gap. 1. The best way to avoid traffic is to travel underground on the __________. A. highway B. airplane C. subway D. sidewalk
2. We can use __________ to travel on land, water, and air. A. boats B. vehicles C. trains D. buses 3. The toys were mass-produced in large, noisy __________. A. factories B. schools C. parks D. libraries 4. If you feel sick, you might need to go to the __________. A. store B. cinema C. zoo D. hospital 5. I live in a building with many other families. Each family has its own __________. A. Street B. town C. apartment D. city 6. It’s important to leave early for school on Monday morning because of the __________. A. free time B. leisure hour C. rush hour D. nap time 7. You can find the tallest buildings and busiest streets in the __________. A. suburbs B. city center C. quiet park D. remote village 8. When the bus stopped, the passengers __________ to get off. A. move away B. sat down C. stand still D. stayed seated 9. The old car finally __________ on the highway, leaving us stranded. A. broke out B. broke in C. broke up D. broke down 10. My family recently moved to a new __________. We’re still getting to know the people who live there. A. neighborhood B. house C. school D. apartment III. Choose the word that is CLOSET in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following sentences. 1. The project required a team of experts involving in various fields. A. containing B. including C. informing D. engaging 2. The city’s traffic was congested during rush hour, making commutes long and frustrating. A. postponed B. connected C. gridlocked D. organized 3. The abandoned building offered temporary shelter for the homeless. A. local B. unhoused C. wealthy D. poor 4. Who is currently in charge of the marketing campaign? A. participating in B. responsible for C. assisting with D. contributing to 5. Despite the language barrier, they struggled to communicate their ideas. A. tried B. failed C. assisted D. abandoned 6. The scientist explored the potential of the newly discovered element. A. incapability B. incompetence C. impossibility D. ability 7. The scientist investigated the underlying cause of the disease. A. reason B. effect C. consequence D. solution