THE CITY AND THE COUNTRY
David: How do you like living in the big city?
Maria: There are many things that are better than living in the country!
David: Can you give me some examples?
Maria: Well, it certainly is more interesting than the country. There is so much more to do and see!
David: Yes, but the city is more dangerous than the country.
Maria: That’s true. People in the city aren’t as open as those in the countryside.
David: I’m sure that the country is more relaxed, too.
Maria: Yes, the city is busier than the country. However, the country is much slower than the city.
David: I think that’s a good thing!
Maria: Oh, I don’t. The country is so slow and boring! It’s much more boring than the city.
David: How about the cost of living? Is the country cheaper than the city?
Maria: Oh, yes. The city is more expensive than the country.
David: Life in the country is also much healthier than in the city.
Maria: Yes, it’s cleaner and less dangerous in the country. But, the city is so much more exciting. It’s faster, crazier and more fun than the country.
David: I think YOU are crazy for moving to the city.
Maria: Well, I’m young now. Maybe when I’m married and have children I’ll move back to the country.
Questions
1. Maria thinks life in the city is __________ life in the countryside.
A. cheaper than
B. as cheap as
C. more expensive than
D. as expensive as
2. David says that the countryside is __________ the city.
A. less dangerous than
B. more dangerous than
C. as dangerous as
D. as safe as
3. Maria says __________ when she is married and has children.
A. she will move to the city
B. she will buy a house in the country
C. might leave the countryside
D. she might move back to the country
4. According to the conversation, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. The city is quieter than the country.
B. The country is healthier than the city.
C. Maria thinks the country is more fun than the city.
D. The country is more exciting than the city.
5. According to the conversation, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?
A. The people in the countryside aren’t as open as the people in the city.
B. David thinks Maria is crazy for leaving the country.
C. Life in the country isn’t as hectic as life in the city.
. D. the country is slower than the city.
