UNIT 5 – URBANIZATION - Exercise 2

Circle the correct option to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the following numbered blanks from 18 to 22
Urbanisation is a global phenomenon of growing urban areas ___(1)___. The growth of industries, rural migration and government policies are just a few of the factors that contribute to urbanisation. However, is this phenomenon advantageous or disadvantageous?
On the one hand, urbanisation has several advantages. One of the advantages is that it creates well-developed urban areas with rapid transit systems, good educational and medical facilities, and recreational facilities, all of which provide convenience and ___(2)___. Another advantage is that urban areas typically serve as technological advancement hubs, ___(3)___ and drive technological advancement.
On the other hand, there are some disadvantages to urbanisation. The main drawback is that rapid urbanisation can lead to overcrowding, traffic congestion and a decrease in the quality of pubic services. Consequently, this makes life difficult for people who usually depend on them. An additional disadvantage is the difficulty that low-income families have ___(4)___ due to the high cost of housing. As a result, many of them are forced to relocate to slums with poor housing and inadequate necessities.
All in all, while there are drawbacks to urbanisation, it is a necessary modem trend that people must adapt to. Urban planning, facility investment and social policies ___(5)___ are examples of efforts to address the challenges of urbanisation.
(Adapted from Bright)