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    Cities Reading

    ESL Cities Reading Conversation Passage

    Advantages of Living in a Big City

    Do you live in a big city? It is said that living in big cities is expensive because
    of the high living cost. There are also pollution and traffic problems that make
    living in big cities unpleasant. However, many people enjoy living in big cities
    because they offer convenience and countless options for entertainment.

    Many big cities already have good public transportation systems, which make
    it easy for the citizens to go anywhere around the city. This also reduces and
    helps overcome the problem of traffic jams that often occur at peak times.
    With the convenience of public transportation, the citizens do not have to
    drive everywhere and can save money as they do not have to pay for parking charges.

    Staying healthy is everybody’s concern and in big cities you can find the best possible medical care
    for any diseases, especially the severe ones. Moreover, compared to rural areas, access to medical
    treatment is easier because there are always clinics or medical centers that open 24 hours in many
    parts of the city so you can get medical help anytime, as soon as you need it. Reaching hospitals is
    also easier as public transport is usually available 24 hours a day.

    There is a saying that big cities never sleep. This is true for some cities in which the nightlife begins
    just when people in other cities are ready to go to bed. Big cities like New York, Madrid, London and
    Paris have vibrant nightlife. People can still find entertainment, dine out or go shopping into the
    early hours.

    City dwellers are usually more diverse and there are many
    communities that hold social events or parties, which provide
    interesting opportunities for social interactions and social networking.
    The social interactions allow you to learn about other cultures and
    share interests with people from different backgrounds, which makes
    you more open minded and able to understand individuals. On the
    other hand, the social networking helps you to broaden not only
    personal but also professional relationships.

    All in all, living in big cities is more convenient because of the complete facilities provided. The
    advanced transportation system enables the citizens to access public facilities easier, cheaper and
    faster. Big cities also provide better education and health service. In addition, city life is more fun
    and exciting because there is a wide range of entertainment to enjoy and a lot of social events to
    attend.

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    Exercise 1 - ESL Cities Reading Comprehension

    Reading comprehension questions that go with the above reading passage.

    1) Why do many people like living in big cities?


    A) It is more expensive.
    B) It is more modern.
    C) It is more crowded.
    D) It offers more entertainment.

    2) What is the advantage of a good public transportation system?


    A) People do not need to buy bus tickets.
    B) People do not need to drive their car everywhere.
    C) People can use public transport for free.
    D) People have to pay for parking charges.

    3) Why is it easier to get medical treatment in big cities?


    A) Because medical treatment is more affordable.
    B) Because hospital facilities are more complete.
    C) Because ambulances are provided for free.
    D) Because medical centers open 24 hours.

    4) What can people in big cities do in the early hours


    but people in rural areas cannot?
    A) Dine out
    B) Sleep
    C) Go jogging
    D) Travel

    5) What is the benefit of attending social events?


    A) You can treat your friends.
    B) You can be a social person.
    C) You can learn about cultural diversity.
    D) You can be more open about yourself.

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    Answers

    Exercise 1 – 1) D, 2) B, 3) D, 4) A, 5) C

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