Unit 3 cities of the future

(Pronunciation 1 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

Mary was attracted by the urban lifestyle the city can offer.

(Pronunciation 2 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

Old people who live in cities may feel lonely.

(Pronunciation 3 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

Cities of the future will become smarter because of AI technologies.

(Pronunciation 4 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

Living in high-rise apartments is becoming very common.

(Pronunciation 5 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

Life in big cities is exciting for young people.

(Pronunciation 6 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

Many people get stuck in traffic jams during rush hour.

(Pronunciation 7 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

One of the disadvantages of this area is the lack of public transport.

(Pronunciation 8 trang 19) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Mark the consonant and vowel sounds that can be linked. Choose the correct linking sounds.

What are the major tourist attractions in your city?

(Vocabulary 1 trang 19) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the crossword. What is the mystery word? 1. The city needs to improve its [ ___ ] in order to develop its economy. 2. People living in a smart city may not develop a sense of [ ___ ] because of limited interaction. 3. The cities of the future will be [ ___ ] thanks to green technologies. 4. Many young city [ ___ ] prefer cycling to using public transport. 5. The best way to encourage people to walk is by providing more [ ___ ] zones. 6. People in smart cities fear the loss of [ ___ ] as cameras are installed everywhere. 7. Our city is one of the most [ ___ ] cities in the region owing to its clean air and good infrastructure. 8. Creating vegetable gardens on [ ___ ] is a growing trend in many cities. 9. The restaurant is at the top of a big [ ___ ] in the city centre.

(Vocabulary 2 trang 20) (Nối hai cột) Match the words in A with the words or phrases in B to make phrases.

(Vocabulary 3 trang 20) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the following sentences with the phrases in Vocabulary 2. 1. People move to the city to enjoy a better [ ___ ]. 2. Cycling in the city is safe because cars are not allowed in the [ ___ ]. 3. The best way to build a strong [ ___ ] is to involve people in activities in the neighbourhood. 4. The building is known for its beautiful [ ___ ]. 5. Heavy rain in the summer often causes [ ___ ], especially during rush hour. 6. [ ___ ] save space and create homes for more people compared to low-rise buildings. 7. [ ___ ] use AI technology to collect and exchange information. 8. People in the city often prefer using [ ___ ] to driving their own vehicles.

(Grammar 1 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the correct word or phrase to complete each sentence. 1. I [ ___ ] that smart cities offer a better quality of life. 2. There's a lot of noise coming from outside. Probably my neighbours [ ___ ] a big party. 3. [ ___ ] the top of the skyscraper in the far distance? 4. My uncle [ ___ ] a big house in the city centre. 5. Roof gardens have recently become very [ ___ ] in big cities. 6. The idea of building a new urban centre sounds [ ___ ]. 7. With its unusual architecture, the new skyscraper looks [ ___ ]. 8. Minh became [ ___ ] after he graduated from university.

(Grammar 2.1 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. The garden looked really beautifully after we planted all the colourful flowers. Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.2 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Decide whether the sentence is correct.

City dwellers often become unhappy about the lack of green spaces.

(Grammar 2.3 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Decide whether the sentence is correct.

All the dishes taste good. You should try them all.

(Grammar 2.4 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect word and choose the correct correction. The room smells badly and needs cleaning immediately. Incorrect word: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.5 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Decide whether the sentence is correct.

I am thinking about buying a flat in Ha Noi.

(Grammar 2.6 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. Are you remembering when the sensors were installed in the city? Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.7 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. I am seeing your point, but I don't think there's anything we can do at the moment. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.8 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Decide whether the sentence is correct.

My brother can't talk to you now. He is having a shower.

(Grammar 3 trang 21) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Complete the sentences using the correct form of the verbs in the box. 1. I thought the man was American at first, but when he spoke, he [ ___ ] British. 2. We [ ___ ] our old teacher next weekend. 3. Our town is small, but it [ ___ ] many tourist attractions. 4. Villagers enjoy a simple lifestyle and [ ___ ] happier than city dwellers. 5. Underground trains [ ___ ] the most popular means of transport in big cities over the past few decades. 6. You look worried. What [ ___ ] you [ ___ ] about? 7. I [ ___ ] visiting the place, but I can't tell you when I did that. 8. The new hotel will [ ___ ] impressive when it is finished.

(Reading 1 trang 22) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Read the text and choose the best answers. What will smart cities be like? More and more urban areas around the world are moving towards smart development. These smart cities will be the cities of the future. They will use [ ___ ] technologies to improve their infrastructure and services. Infrastructure will become more [ ___ ] and eco-friendly. This will be achieved by reducing the use of natural resources and the amount of waste. In addition, city dwellers will have access to a transport system that combines different modes of transport such as buses, underground and overground trains, and is [ ___ ] and easy to use. Smart cities will also have larger pedestrian zones and more cycle paths. Poor areas will be rebuilt to make all neighbourhoods safer and cleaner. This will provide better living spaces for the growing population and improve people's [ ___ ] of living. Most services will be offered online, and will be [ ___ ] for everybody to use. People will also be able to give and receive feedback, monitor programmes and activities with the help of virtual worksites. In addition, many health and education services will be [ ___ ] online, ensuring pleasant experience for residents. [ ___ ], people will be able to book an appointment to see a doctor online. They will also receive prescriptions and all the necessary documents at home. Improved infrastructure and efficient services will make the cities of the future more [ ___ ] and will provide a better quality of life to city dwellers.

(Reading 2 trang 22-23) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Read the text and choose the best answers. 1. What is the text mainly about? [ ___ ] 2. The word "overpriced" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to [ ___ ]. 3. Which of the following is NOT true about roof gardens? [ ___ ] 4. According to paragraph 2, smog is [ ___ ]. 5. The word "They" in paragraph 3 refers to [ ___ ]. 6. What is on top of Vancouver Convention Centre? [ ___ ] 7. According to the text, by providing more green space, roof gardens help people [ ___ ].

(Speaking 1 trang 23-24) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Complete the conversations by choosing the best answers. Then practise reading them. 1. Nam: Do you think our city will be recognised as a smart city this year? Minh: [ ___ ]. There are still many challenges such as air pollution and heavy traffic. 2. Peter: Do you think the smart traffic lights can help prevent traffic jams? Mai: [ ___ ]. Traffic lights will gather real-time information from smart sensors and regularly update light timing. 3. David: [ ___ ] you want your parents to buy you a bicycle instead of a motorbike? Lan: I think cycling is a great idea because it helps reduce my carbon footprint. 4. Mr Long: Will it be OK if we sell our house and move into a flat? Mrs Hoa: [ ___ ]. Living in a flat will be as nice as living in a house. But we won't have a big garden or enough space for pets.

(Speaking 2 trang 24) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the short talk about the advantages of roof gardens. From my perspective, roof gardens have three main advantages. First, they can help improve the [ ___ ] of our environment by reducing the amount of carbon dioxide and other pollutants. Second, they can provide a [ ___ ] for wild animals like birds, bees, and insects. As a result, they contribute to promoting [ ___ ] in urban areas. Third, roof gardens can help city dwellers interact and [ ___ ]. In short, roof gardens are useful because they improve air quality, create habitats for wildlife, and help people live closer to [ ___ ].

(Writing 1.1 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

Build / smart city / seem / impossible / 50 years / ago.

(Writing 1.2 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

I / not think / live / smart city / good / everyone.

(Writing 1.3 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

art museum building / look / impressive / a distance.

(Writing 1.4 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

great thing about / live / smart city / be / very / safe.

(Writing 1.5 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

Since / the first driverless railway / open / Japan / 1981, driverless trains / become / popular / world.

(Writing 1.6 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

city tour, / including / visit / new twin towers. / sound / interesting.

(Writing 1.7 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

City dwellers / can easily / book / parking lot / use / a mobile app.

(Writing 1.8 trang 24) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

My parents / think / buy / new / house / outside / city.

(Writing 2 trang 25) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the sentence using the linking verb in brackets and the adjective in the box. 1. This is one of the best restaurants in town. All the food there tastes [ ___ ]. 2. The local authority has decided to build a bigger community centre. The idea seems [ ___ ]. 3. My parents didn't expect me to win the first prize. I did win, but they didn't appear [ ___ ]. 4. Local people often complain about the new waste collection point in the area. It smells [ ___ ]. 5. Some people don't earn much money. The cost of living seems [ ___ ]. 6. Mrs Hoa is involved in many activities in the neighbourhood. She is [ ___ ]. 7. Most city dwellers travel on crowded buses and trains during rush hour. They often become [ ___ ] about the delays, traffic jams and crowded trains. 8. In this city, private cars are banned from the city centre during rush hour. This seems [ ___ ] in preventing traffic jams and improving the air quality.

(Writing 3 trang 25) (Trả lời tự luận)

Write an article (120-150 words) about the advantages and disadvantages of roof gardens in the city. Use the ideas below to help you.

Advantages: Improving air quality; Creating habitats for wildlife; Interacting and connecting with nature.

Disadvantages: Being expensive; Increasing weight on the structure; Being difficult to repair and maintain.