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PART III. PRACTICE

Exercise 1: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. illustrate B. identify C. inaccurate D. agricultural
2. A. prestige B. connect C. harvest D. congestion
3. A. housing B. crisis C. cost D. custom
4. A. navigate B. necessitate C. inadequate D. debate
5. A. concern B. affordable C. convenience D. colonial
Exercise 2: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. confide B. comfort C. inflate D. severe
2. A. biology B. environment C. geography D. scientific
3. A. estimate B. prestigious C. proportion D. urbanity
4. A. transformation B. urbanization C. revolution D. population
5. A. agricultural B. unemployed C. sustainable D. economic
Exercise 3: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
1. The city's _________ struggled to keep up with the growing population.
A. leisure B. convenience C. infrastructure D. unemployment
2. Urbanization is occurring so _________ that it's hard for public services to
maintain pace.
A. reliably B. affordably C. conveniently D. rapidly
3. Environmental _________ are increasing as urban areas continue to expand.
A. concerns B. residents C. unemployment D. Infrastructure
4. The urban _________ has led to the loss of green spaces in many cities.
A. unemployment B. housing C. leisure D. sprawl
5. Urbanization often attracts _________ looking for better employment
opportunities and improved living conditions.
A. housings B. displays C. stores D. residents
6. The rapid growth of cities can lead to _________, with wealthier areas receiving
more resources than poorer ones.
A. migrant B. sanitation C. inequality D. slum
7. Environmental _________ is growing as urban areas struggle to manage waste
and pollution effectively.
A. unemployment B. concern C. trend D. grid
8. Living in the city is often more _________, with easy access to shops, services,
and entertainment.
A. high-rise B. sharp C. steady D. convenient
9. A _________ is essential in urban areas, where the cost of living is typically
higher than in rural regions.
A. population density B. living wage C. convenience store D. urban sprawl
10. Despite the prosperity of cities, _________ remains a significant challenge,
affecting millions of urban dwellers.
A. fine B. poverty C. density D. leisure
11. Many _________ move to cities in search of a better life, but they can face
challenges such as discrimination and social isolation.
A. migrants B. slums C. stores D. concerns
 12. _________ rates can soar in cities when there is a mismatch between the skills of
workers and the jobs available.
A. Infrastructure B. Resident C. Unemployment D. Sanitation
13. The city's _________ of public transportation systems has made commuting much
easier for its growing population.
A. fluctuate B. upgrade C. seek D. afford
14. As urbanization continues, the skyline is increasingly dominated by _________
apartment buildings to accommodate more residents.
A. urban B. convenient C. high-rise D. colonial
15. One of the challenges of urbanization is ensuring that housing remains _________
for all income levels.
A. gradual B. affordable C. crowded D. sharp
16. A_________ network of services, including electricity and water supply, is
essential for the functioning of densely populated urban areas.
A. colonial B. crowded C. urban D. reliable
17. He has gone to the UK for further education since he ______ upper secondary
school.
A. finished B. is finishing C. will finish D. finish
18. Peter has played football ________ he was a child.
A. for B. so C. since D. because
19. She _________ two miles and a half, and now she feels exhausted.
A. has run B. was running C. will have run D. has been running
20. I can’t find my eraser. Have you seen it ________?
A. never B. before C. recently D. just
21. My father ____.
A. has never smoked B. will never smoke C. did never smoke D. have never
smoked
22. We ____ Lisa recently.
A. won’t see B. haven't seen C. didn’t see D. are going to see
23. I ____ fifteen phone calls this morning.
A. am being made B. have been made C. was making D. have made
24. ____ anything so strange in your life?
A. Did you ever hear B. Was you ever hearing C. Have you ever heard D. Do
you ever heard
25. My job gets ____ every year.
A. harder and harder B. harder and more harder C. more harder and harder D.
more and more harder
26. She's getting over her operation. She feels ____.
A. gooder and gooder B. better and better C. more better and better D. more and
more better
27. The market for tablets is becoming ____ all the time.
A. competitiver and competitiver B. more and more competitive
C. more competitiver and competitiver D. more competitive and competitive
28. My dad's eyesight is getting ____. He can hardly see anything these days.
A. more worser and worser B. more and more worse
C. worse and worse D. worser and worser
29. Thanks to the progress of science and technology, our lives have become ____.
A. more and more good B. better and better
C. the more and more good D. gooder and gooder
 30. Unfortunately, her illness was ____ than we thought at first.
A. serious B. serious and serious C. more and more serious D. the most serious
31. It gets ____ when the winter is coming.
A. cold and cold B. the coldest and coldest C. colder and colder D. more and
more cold
32. There were a lot of people on the bus. It was ____ than usual.
A. crowded B. more and more crowed C. a bit crowded D. the most crowded
33. The more tasks I need to finish, ______ stressed I become.
A. the most B. more than C. the more than D. the more
34. It’s believed that ______ young people choose not to attend college.
A. more and more B. more and most C. the more and more D. the most and the
most
35. The more expensive a product is, ______ high-quality it seems.
A. the most B. the more C. more than D. most of
Exercise 4: Complete each of the following sentences, using the structure comparative +
and + comparative with the word in brackets.
1. It is becoming harder and harder to find a job. (hard)
2. His visit to New York seemed to get shorter and shorter because he was very busy at
work. (short)
3. Eating and travelling in this city is getting more and more expensive. (expensive)
4. As the day went to the weather got worse and worse. (bad)
5. We had to shop the discussion because the question we becoming more and more
complicated. (complicated)
6. Your English is Ok now, your pronunciation has got better and better. (good)
7. Little John is becoming more and more active. (active)
Exercise 5: Combine the sentences, using DOUBLE COMPARATIVE
1. She studies hard, she will get good grades.
→ The harder she studies, the better grades she will get.
2. You rest much, you will feel better.
→ The more you rest, the better you will feel.
3. The weather is warmer, I feel better.
→ The warmer the weather is, the better I feel.
4. We leave early, we will arrive soon.
→ The earlier we leave, the sooner we will arrive.
5. We have much knowledge, we become wise.
→ The more knowledge we have, the wiser we become.
6. You are young, you learn easily.
→ The younger you are, the more easily you learn.
7. The hotel is expensive, the services are good.
→ The more expensive the hotel is, the better the services are.
8. You use much electricity, your bill will be high.
→ The more electricity you use, the higher your bill will be.
9. I thought about the plan, I like it little.
→ The more I thought about the plan, the less I like it.
10. He is old, he learns slowly.
→ The older he is, the more slowly he learns.
11. She eats much, she will become fat.
→ The more she eats, the fatter she will become.
12. She is older, she becomes more beautiful.
 → The older she is, the more beautiful she becomes.
13. You have much, you want more.
→ The more you have, the more you want.
14. I waited long. I got angry.
→ The longer I waited, the angrier I got.
15. I live far. I feel homesick.
→ The farther I live, the more homesick I feel.
Exercise 6: Read the following advertisement / announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or
D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks
①
EXPLORE CITY EVOLUTION!
Join us for (1) _______ journey through time at our exhibition. Witness the transformation of urban
landscapes and lifestyles. From ancient (2) _______ to modern metropolises, see how city life has
evolved.
Date: December 29, 2024
Location: Hall, area A, Nha Be exhibition area
🕘 Time: 8 AM - 5 PM
Don't miss this chance (3) _______ see history come to life!
#CityEvolution #Exhibition #DiscoverHistory
1. A. a B. an C. the D. no article
2. A. leisures B. concerns C. settlements D. unemployments
3. A. for B. with C. to D. in
②
VISIT THE USA!
Discover the wonders of (1) _______United States with affordable travel options. On average, a
(2) _______trip costs between $1,258 and $2,511. Daily expenses range from $48 to $98, covering
food, sightseeing, and local travel. Economy flights average $412 to $871. (3) _______varies, with
hotel rooms costing $85 to $112 per night or vacation rentals at $130 to $159 per night. Experience
the beauty, culture, and excitement of the U.S. without breaking the bank. Start planning your
American adventure today!
1. A. no article B. an C. a D. the
2. A. one-week trip B. week one trip C. trip one week D. one-weeks
trip
3. A. Convenience B. Infrastructure C. Accommodation D.
Urbanisation
Exercise 7: Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences
to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
1.
a. Moreover, the potential for personal and professional development seems boundless.
b. The urban lifestyle is truly a vibrant one.
c. Eagerly awaiting our next meeting! Best wishes.
d. Dear Sam, I trust this letter finds you in good spirits.
e. In essence, this journey has been a profound one, broadening my horizons and instilling in me
the importance of flexibility.
f. Yet, the rapid rhythm of city life can sometimes be quite daunting.
g. To begin with, the cultural richness is remarkable; every day brings a new interaction with
individuals from diverse backgrounds.
A. d – b – a – g – f – e – c B. d – a – b – g – f – e – c
 C. d – b – g – a – f – e – c D. d – b – g – f – a – e – c
2.
a. In addition, urbanization has spurred improvements in infrastructure, such as better roads and
public transportation, which enhance the quality of life for city dwellers.
b. Last but not least, the growth of cities has fostered cultural exchange and innovation,
contributing to a more dynamic and diverse society.
c. Urbanization in Vietnam has brought numerous benefits to the country's socio-economic
development.
d. In conclusion, while urbanization presents challenges, its advantages are pivotal in propelling
Vietnam towards a more prosperous future.
e. To begin with, the concentration of services and industries in urban areas has created more job
opportunities, leading to a reduction in poverty.
A. c – e – a – b – d B. c – e – a – b – d C. c – e – a – b – d D. c – a – e – b – d
Exercise 8: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.
①
Rapid urbanization can hold long-term economic, social and environmental promise for
developing if investments made now in infrastructure, housing and public services are efficient
and sustainable, the World Bank says in a new report. In the next two decades, cities are (1)
__________ to expand by another two billion residents, as people move in unprecedented numbers
from rural areas to pursue hopes and aspirations in cities. More than 90 per cent of this urban
population growth is expected to occur in the developing world, (2) __________ many cities are
already struggling to provide basic (3) ___________ such as water, electricity, transport, health
services and education. Report authors note that (4) ___________ new urban growth will not take
place in the “megacities” of the world e.g. Rio de Janeiro, Jakarta or New Delhi (5) __________
rather in less commonly recognized “secondary” cities - places like Fushun in China, and Surat in
India. To help policymakers prepare for and manage growth, the report distills lessons learned
from 12 countries across all geographic regions and stages of urbanization. It then translates these
global lessons into practical policy advice.
1. A. predictable B. predicted C. predicting D. predictions
2. A. where B. what C. which D. why
3. A. demands B. orders C. needs D. uses
4. A. almost B. most C. mostly D. nearly
5. A. but B. nor C. or D. yet
②
SUSTAINABLE CITIES: A CLEANER FUTURE
For the past few decades, there has been an urbanization trend around the world, where more and
more people are moving to cities. Since 2009, the UN Habitat (1) ______ that over 3 million people
are moving into cities every week. Urban areas have been an (2) ______ destination for migrants
in anticipation of finding a better job and a higher standard of living.
While migrants contribute immensely to the economies of cities, ever-increasing populations raise
issues of congestion, distribution of resources, and increased pressure on waste management
infrastructure, healthcare, and education. By 2050, it is estimated that 70% of the world's
population will live in cities (3) ______ makes the concept of Sustainable Cities an efficient
resolution to the growing population.
(4) ______, Sustainable Cities have an essential role in the urbanization trend to improve residents
lives by focusing on environmental initiatives and projects such as limiting CO2 gas emissions in
the air, using renewable energy sources, or bringing awareness to environmental issues. With
outdoor pollution killing over 3 million lives yearly, (5) _______ in cities, it is evident that
urbanization can increase the environmental effect upon cities. Many cities around the world
have redesigned their city planning strategies and commenced initiatives to target these issues
directly.
1. A. estimates B. expects C. claims D. counts
2. A. attraction B. attracts C. attractive D. attractively
3. A. whom B. when C. who D. which
4. A. Moreover B. Therefore C. As regards D. However
5. A. the most B. almost C. equally D. mostly
Exercise 9: 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 1 to 5.
①
AN URBANISING WORLD
More than two thirds of the world's urban population is now in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Since 1950, (1) _______. Rapid urban growth has also brought a huge increase in the number of
large cities, including many that have reached sizes that are historically unprecedented. Just two
centuries ago, there were only two "million cities" worldwide (that is, cities with one million or
more inhabitants) - London and Beijing (Peking). (2) ______ Most of these million cities are in
Africa, Asia, and Latin America, and many have populations that have grown more than tenfold
since 1950. Brasilia, the federal capital of Brazil, did not exist in 1950 and now has more than 2
million inhabitants.
"Mega-cities," with ten or more million inhabitants are a new phenomenon. The first city (3)
______ was New York in around 1940. There were 12 mega-cities by 1990 (the latest year for
which there are relatively accurate statistics as data for 2000 censuses are not available or censuses
are scheduled for 2001); seven were in Asia, three in Latin America, and two in the United States.
In 1800, the (4) ______ was fewer than 200 000 inhabitants but now it is over 5 million. These
statistics give the impression of rapid urbanization that is primarily (5) ______ large cities. But
this is not the case.
1. A. the urban population of these regions has grown more than fivefold.
B. the urban population of these regions has decreased more than fivefold.
C. the urban population of these regions has grown most than fivefold.
D. the urban population of these regions has decreased less than fivefold.
2. A. By 1950, there were 80; today there were over 300. B. By 1950, there is 80;
today there are over 300.
C. By 1950, there were 80; today there are over 300. D. By 1950, there were 80; today
there are an over 300.
3. A. reach this revenue B. to reach this size
C. reaching this size D. to be reached this revenue
4. high-rise size of the world's 100 tallest cities
B. crowded size of the world's 100 largest cities
C. affordable size of the world's 100 most comfortable cities
D. average size of the world's 100 largest cities
5. A. focused on B. amazed at C. independent of D. impressive on
②
Urbanisation is the rapid expansion of cities, characterised by urban sprawl and a large number of
migrants (1) ______. As cities expand, so does (2) ______ to support growing populations. Many
migrants move to urban areas to make a living, contributing to the urbanisation trend.
However, with this expansion comes concern about the strain on resources and services.
Urbanisation transforms landscapes and societies, reshaping (3) ______. While it offers
economic prospects, urbanisation also poses challenges in managing resources and (4) ______.
Thus, urbanisation's impacts on communities and environments (5) ______.
1. A. who seeks better opportunities B. seeking better opportunities
C. that seeking better opportunities D. where they are seeking better opportunities
2. A. the infrastructure for demand B. demanding infrastructure
C. infrastructure demanding D. the demand for infrastructure
3. A. the way people live and work B. people live and work
C. when people live and work D. to live and work
4. A. ensuring fair access to opportunities B. to ensure fair access to
opportunities
C. that ensures fair access to opportunities D. ensured fair access to opportunities
5. A. remain a concern pressing worldwide B. remain a worldwide concern
pressing
C. remain a pressing concern worldwide D. remains a pressing concern worldwide
Exercise 9: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 1 to 5.
①
Where the significance of migration to cities is recognised, it is widely seen as a problem. In 2013,
a UN study of all 193 UN member states found that 80 per cent had policies to reduce rural to
urban migration. This figure has risen substantially in recent decades, up from only 38 per cent in
1996. It is also more pronounced in poorer countries: 88 per cent of the least developed countries
reported policies to reduce migration to urban areas.
But this negative attitude towards migration to cities may well be mistaken. The WMR argues that
problems of access to services – such as housing, sanitation, education or employment – that result
from rural to urban migration, are not inevitable. Rather, they are caused by poor planning.
Although all socio- economic classes are reflected in migration to cities, migrants from rural areas
are disproportionately poor, and inadequate planning is often a result of a weak political will to
support them.
In this way, migrants who come to cities can help diversify the networks that the city can draw
upon – for instance, by linking cities to broader global networks. Perhaps the most famous example
of this is Eastleigh in Nairobi. Known as “Little Mogadishu”, this neighbourhood has become a
vibrant, global commercial hub, powered by enterprising members of the Somali, Ethiopian and
Kenyan diasporas.
(Adapted from citymetric.com)
1. What could be the passage mainly about?
A. Migrants coming to urban areas from rural areas
B. Migrants coming to urban areas to find jobs
C. The effects of rising migrant numbers in urban areas
D. The analysis on why rural migrants migrate to urban areas
2. The word “pronounced” in the first paragraph is closet in meaning to____________.
A. ambiguous B. stable C. evident D. vague
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of increasing number of rural
residents moving to cities?
A. Poor access to services such as housing B. Problems with sanitation
C. Difficulties to find employment D. Overcrowding in the cities
4. The word “them” in paragraph 2 refers to ____________.
A. politicians B. migrants C. citizens D. poor people
5. Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. 80 UN members states had policies aimed at reducing rural to urban migration.
 B. Problems resulting from rural to urban migration linked to access to services are
unavoidable.
C. Migrants who come to cities will help diversify the networks from which the city can
depend on.
D. Eastleigh in Nairobi is considered the poorest city in the world.
② The increase in urbanization causes different problems. Air and water pollution are
amongst the major issue we have to tackle.
In the first place, cars, factories and burning waste emit dangerous gases that change the air
quality in our cities and pose threats to our health. Dangerous gases such as carbon dioxide and
nitrogen oxides cause respiratory diseases, for instant, bronchitis and asthma those are also proved
to have long-term effects on the environment.
Furthermore, with the increased population, it becomes difficult to manage the waste
generated in cities. Most of the waste is discharged or dumped into rivers or onto streets. The waste
pollutes water and makes it unfit for human consumption. Subsequently, it becomes more and
more difficult for city dwellers to get clean water. Some cities in Africa are unable to provide
adequate water supply because most of the water is lost in pipe leakages. In fact, most city dwellers
in developing countries are forced to boil their water or to buy bottled water, which is very
expensive.
There are several actions that could be taken to eradicate the problems described above.
Firstly, a simple solution would be joining community efforts to address problems affecting your
city. Ask your parents, friends and relatives to join in as well. These efforts might include clean-
up campaigns, recycling projects and a signature campaign to ask the government to do something
about the situation. A second measure would be encouraging your teacher to talk about these
problems and to discuss how young people can help to solve them. Finally, writing to local
organizations working on these issues for ideas on how you can contribute to solve them.
1. The word tackle in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. deal with B. make up C. try on D. turn down
2. The word those in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. bronchitis and asthma B. carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides
C. dangerous gases D. respiratory diseases
3. According to the passage, in some cities in Africa ______.
A. people are allowed to dump waste into rivers and on streets
B. people aren't provided enough water due to leaking pipes
C. people have found some solutions to the problems
D. people would rather use boiling water and bottled water
4. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. City problems should be taught and be topic for students to discuss at school.
B. Children must ask for their parent's permission before joining community efforts.
C. Participators might take part in different kinds of projects and campaigns.
D. People can contribute in solving the problems by writing to local organizations working
on these issues.
5. Which of the following would serve as the best title for the passage?
A. Environment degradation: Air and water pollution
B. Environmental pollution: Problems and actions
C. Increasing urbanization: Causes and effects
D. Increasing urbanization: Effects and solutions
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Exercise 11: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 1 to 7.
① Tokyo, with a population of 33 million people, is by far the largest city in world. It’s also
the most technologically advanced, and the city runs like digital clockwork. The automated
subway, for example, is so efficient that it is able to transport almost eight million commuters
every day and on the rare occasions that it goes wrong, nobody believes it. If you are late for work
in Tokyo and, as an excuse, you say that your train was late, you need to provide written proof
from the train company. The idea of late trains is almost unthinkable. There is very little crime,
violence, or vandalism in Tokyo and the streets are safe to walk by day or night. There is also
relatively low unemployment compared to other big cities in the world.
But such a huge population creates serious problems of space, and as Marr flew over Tokyo in a
helicopter he saw football pitches, playgrounds, even driving schools constructed on top of
buildings. Streets, parks, and subways are extremely crammed. Property prices are so high and
space is so short that a family of six people may live in a tiny flat of only 25 square metres.
There are other problems too, of alienation and loneliness. The Hikikomori are inhabitants of
Tokyo who cannot cope with ‘the mechanical coldness and robotic uniformity’ of a megacity and
have become recluses, rarely or never leaving their homes. There is also a new business that has
grown up in Tokyo which allows friendless people to ‘rent a friend’ to accompany them to a
wedding or just to sit and chat to them in a bar after work.
Another strange group of people are the Hashiriya, Tokyo’s street racers who risk their lives
driving at ridiculous speeds along the city streets. During the week these men have ordinary jobs
and they’re model citizens. But on Saturday nights they spend the evening driving though the city
as fast as they possibly can. It’s a deadly game, but it’s just one way of escaping the daily pressures
of life in the metropolis.
(Adapted from New English File by Clive Oxenden and Christina Latham-Koenig)
1. What best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Tokyo: A city of alienation and loneliness B. Tokyo: A prime example of a megacity
C. Tokyo: How to avoid missing trains? D. Tokyo: The most developed city in the world
2. The word “it” in the first paragraph refers to ____________.
A. automated subway B. Tokyo C. digital clockwork D. train company
3. According to paragraph 1, why does the idea of late trains seem implausible in Tokyo?
A. because the trains are automated
B. because it is capable of transporting nearly eight million commuters every day
C. because it is sponspored by train companies
D. because it is so effective that it just goes wrong on rare occasions
4. The word “crammed” in the second paragraph is closet in meaning to____________.
A. spacious B. occupied C. packed D. busy
5. The word “recluses” in paragraph 3 mostly means____________.
A. hermits B. introverts C. monks D. ascetics
6. Which of the following is NOT mentioned about Tokyo in the passage?
A. Due to the severe space shortage, property prices are so high.
B. In Tokyo, a new business has been growing, allowing single people to rent a boyfriend or
a girlfriend.
C. Some individuals tend to avoid going outside due to isolation and loneliness.
D. During the week, the Hashiriya are model cirizens and Tokyo’s street races on Saturday
nights.
7. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Japanese government is planning to invest more in constructing schools on top of
buildings.
B. People in Tokyo are too busy to even make friends.
 C. Tokyo is a wealthy city, but it may be difficult to live there because of overcrowding and
busy lifestyles.
D. Living in Tokyo would make you solitary and stressed because of the busy environment.
② Buying a house is the single largest financial investment an individual makes. Yet, in India
this act is fraught with risk and individuals depend on weak laws for justice. Occasionally, deviant
promoters are called to account as was the case in the detention of Unitech's promoters. This
incident shows up the fallout of an absence of proper regulation to cover contracts between buyers
and real estate promoters. A real estate bill, which is presently pending in Rajya Sabha, seeks to
fill this gap. It has been debated for over two years and should be passed by Parliament in the
budget session.
India is in the midst of rapid urbanization and urban population is expected to more than
double to about 900 million over the next three decades. Unfortunately, even the current population
does not have adequate housing. A government estimate in 2012 put the shortage at nearly 19
million units. If this shortage is to be alleviated quickly, India's messy real estate sector needs
reforms.
The real estate bill seeks to set standards for contracts between buyers and sellers.
Transparency, a rare commodity in real estate, is enforced as promoters have to upload project
details on the regulators' website. Importantly, standard definitions of terms mean that buyers will
not feel cheated after taking possession of a house. In order to protect buyers who pay upfront, a
part of the money collected for a real estate project is ring-fenced in a separate bank account. Also,
given the uncertainty, which exists in India on land titles, the real estate bill provides title
insurance. This bill has been scrutinized by two parliamentary committees and its passage now
brooks no delay.
This bill is an important step in cleaning up the real estate market, but the journey should not
end with it. State governments play a significant role in real estate and they are often the source of
problems. Some estimates suggest that real estate developers have to seek approvals of as many as
40 central and state departments, which lead to delays and an escalation in the cost of houses.
Sensibly, NDA government's project to provide universal urban housing forces states to institute
reforms to access central funding. Without real estate reforms at the level of states, it will not be
possible to
1. According to the passage, which of the following is the pending in Rajya Sabha?
A. NDA government's new scheme B. Universal rural housing programme
C. Real estate bill D. Universal urban housing programme
2. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Current population does not have adequate housing in India.
B. India's real estate sector needs reforms.
C. Real state bill has been scrutinized by two parliamentary committees.
D. Urban population is expected to more than double to about 850 million over the next three
decades.
3. According to the passage, what is the source of problem in real estate?
A. Buyers and sellers B. Central governments
C. Market money makers D. State governments
4. The word alleviated in the second paragraph is OPPOSITE in meaning to ________.
A. aggravated B. deaden C. diminished D. relieved
5. The word possession in the third paragraph refers to _________.
A. lease B. need C. proprietary rights D. renting
6. The word escalation in the forth paragraph refers to _________.
A. decrease B. growth C. reduction D. Sustainability
7. It is impossible to meet the ambition of making housing accessible for urban dwellers
_________.
A. with real estate reforms at state level B. without support of central government
C. without passing the bill in Rajya Sabha D. without real estate reforms at the level of
state
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