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caUNIT 2 READING 1 COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICE
a particular part or feature of something
One aspect of city life is the fast pace of daily activities.
the process of increasing in size, amount or importance
The city has experienced rapid growth in recent years.
to extend or expand over a larger area
The city began to spread out into the surrounding countryside.
relating to or characteristic of a city or town
Urban areas generally have more job opportunities than rural areas.
a large number of people or things gathered in one place
There is a high concentration of businesses in the city center.
money received regularly for work or through investments
People in cities often have a higher income than those in rural areas.
an area on the edge of a city where people live
Many families choose to live in the suburbs for more space.
crowded closely together; having many people or things in a small area
The city center is very dense with tall buildings and many people.
achieving or producing a significant amount
Workers need to be productive to succeed in urban jobs.
to be likely to do something or have a particular characteristic
People tend to work longer hours in big cities.
Choose the best definition for each word.
Match each word with its correct definition by selecting the appropriate letter.
Complete each sentence with the most appropriate word from the word bank.
Complete the paragraph by filling in the blanks with the most appropriate vocabulary words.
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