Hi Sophie,

a. It was such a gripping story! I couldn’t put it down.

b. The characters were so well-developed, and the plot twists were unexpected.

c. I’ve just finished reading the book you recommended.

d. Let’s catch up soon and talk more about it.

e. Thanks again for the recommendation - I loved it!

Best,
James

a. I also enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere.

b. Over the past year, I’ve discovered that remote work suits me perfectly.

c. It allows me to balance my personal life while staying productive at work.

d. In addition, it’s great for reducing my commuting time and expenses.

e. Overall, I’ve found it to be a highly rewarding experience.

Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?

Urban areas offer a wide array of social services that are often unavailable

in rural areas.

a. Although the population has increased, public transportation hasn’t improved much.

b. The city has grown rapidly in the last decade.

c. New shopping centers, apartments, and parks have been built.

d. Actually, traffic congestion has also become a serious problem.

e. This is mainly due to the lack of sufficient infrastructure to handle the growing number of residents.

a. John: I’ve been thinking about starting a new blog.

b. Linda: That’s a great idea! What will it be about?

c. Linda: Sounds exciting! You’ve always been passionate about those topics.

d. John: Exactly! I can’t wait to share my experiences.

e. John: I’m planning to write about travel and photography.