Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

City Living: The Cost of Development
Modern urban development presents significant challenges. Statistics show there isn't ___(1)___ space for parking in downtown areas as new residential towers continue to rise. The urban landscape is changing dramatically.
➤ As major retail chains dominate the market, traditional family businesses have ___(2)___ at an alarming rate. This trend threatens the neighborhood's unique character.
➤ The city council promises new ___(3)___ to serve the growing population. However, residents question whether these improvements will benefit everyone equally.
➤ ___(4)___ recent demographic changes, authorities have prioritized transportation infrastructure. This represents a major shift in urban planning policy.
➤ Luxury apartments ___(5)___ across our historic neighborhoods, permanently altering the community's social fabric and changing the appearance of our urban areas in a very short period.
➤ Local authorities ___(6)___ countless development proposals, struggling to balance progress with preservation.
(Adapted from ResearchGate)