Match the texts with the headings. There's one extra heading that you do not need to use. 1. Pros of rural areas 2 . More career options 3. Various pros of urban areas 4. Not suitable for some 5. Dull and monotonous at times 6. Drawbacks of megalopolises 7. Fighting a global problem A. Cities are centres of culture and entertainment. They offer opportunities for visiting museums, going to the cinema or theater, and attending concerts and festivals. There are usually lots of bars and restaurants, so you can est out whenever you want. In addition, there are often shopping centers and department stores where you can buy anything you need. Another advantage is that cities have good public transport systems, so you don't need a car. You can travel easily by bus, tram, underground or train, and some cities even have bike-sharing schemes, B. However, there are also negative aspects to living in a city. One of the main problems is the cost. Cities are usually more expensive than small towns or villages, especially for housing. Rents and property prices are higher. The streets can be crowded, especially during rush hour, and public transport can be very busy. Some people find it difficult to relax because there is always noise and activity around them. Finally, cities are often polluted and dirty, and there is less green space than in the countryside. C. There are always a few problems when you live in the country. One of them is that there isn't any public transport, so you have to have a car. And you can't walk to the shops it's too far. Another problem is that there aren't many things for young people to do. There aren't any cinemas or youth clubs, so they get bored. D. But most people think that living in the country is great. The best thing about the country is the beautiful countryside. There are lots of trees and fields and very few buildings. You can go for long walks and see some amazing views. It's also very quiet, with no traffic or noise. The air is clean and fresh, so it's a healthy place to live. Finally, people are very friendly and they know their neighbors. They stop and talk to you in the street, and help you if you have a problem. E. Air pollution is a serious problem in many cities around the world. It is caused by cars, factories and power plants which emit exhaust fumes. These can be very damaging to our health, causing respiratory problems and even cancer. To reduce air pollution, we need to use cleaner energy sources, such as wind and solar power, and promote public transport and cycling. We also need to raise awareness about the lasue and encourage people to take action to protect the environment. 66 UNIT 5. CITY LIFE AND COUNTRY LIFE F. The number of people looking for work in cities is increasing. This means there is more competition for jobs. But there are also more job opportunities in cities, as well as better education and training possibilities. If you live in a city, there are usually more things to do, such as going to the cinema or shopping. However, there can be