Bài 2 :
2. Read the article below and match its parts with the correct descriptions.
(Đọc bài viết dưới đây và nối các phần của nó với những mô tả đúng.)
_______ A. Introduction - A short paragraph stating the issue and what the article will cover
(Mở bài - Đoạn văn ngắn nêu vấn đề và nội dung bài viết)
_______ B. Title - The topic of the article in a few words
(Tiêu đề - Chủ đề của bài viết trong một vài từ)
_______ C. Body paragraphs - Each presenting a main point for or against the issue, supported by facts, examples, or explanations
(Các đoạn thân bài - Mỗi đoạn trình bày một điểm chính ủng hộ hoặc phản đối vấn đề, được hỗ trợ bởi các sự kiện, ví dụ hoặc giải thích)
_______ D. Conclusion - A summary of the main points and sometimes the writer’s opinion
(Kết luận - Tóm tắt những điểm chính và đôi khi là ý kiến của người viết)
[1] Living in a smart city: GOOD or BAD?
[2] If you live in a smart city, you will probably agree with me that life is not all good as some people may think. So what are the pros and cons of living in a smart city?
[3] The good thing about smart cities is that they are very modern. Smart technologies make people’s lives easier by reducing household chores. Besides, the city infrastructure which includes sensors and cameras collects information about people and their activities, and uses it to provide faster, cheaper, and better services.
[4] On the other hand, living in a smart city has some disadvantages. Some smart technologies are difficult to use and without training, city dwellers might find them useless. With cameras everywhere in public spaces, people also have limited privacy. They are worried that their personal information might not be protected, and they might become victims of cybercrime.
[5] In conclusion, living in a smart city has both advantages and disadvantages. However, I think these urban areas offer great promise. The issues should be dealt with in the years ahead as the world’s population keeps growing, and more people are moving to big cities.
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