a. As a result, we are losing important skills because there are fewer shoemakers than before.

b. My main problem is that I cannot find skilled shoemakers.

c. These days, many young people prefer to work with computers.

d. Therefore, I want to teach young people everything I know about making shoes.

e. It is a good job, and many people still want to buy beautiful shoes especially made for them.

(Adapted from PET)

The word them in paragraph 2 refers to_______.

The word multiple in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to_______.

a. Cities offer a wide range of job opportunities that are not available in rural areas.

b. The high population density in cities often results in traffic jams and higher levels of pollution.

c. Moreover, urban areas provide better access to services and amenities such as education, healthcare, and entertainment, which are essential for improving the quality of life.

d. One of the main driving forces behind urbanization is the search for employment.

e. Despite these advantages of urbanization, there are significant drawbacks.

(Adapted from IELTS Reading) 

Hi Paul,

a. I'm having an excellent time here in Lyon and learning a lot of new words on my language course.

b. How's everything at home?

c. I'm sending this email to you from France!

d. They've also got a pool in the garden and after college I often go swimming.

e. I'm staying with a great family. There are two teenage boys and one of them has got a computer in his room. Write to me soon.

Kenny

(Adapted from KET)