PASSAGE 4
entertaining |
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City living and country living have a (1) _________ range of differences and similarities. When living in the city, you are an on-the-go kind of person and enjoy the world at a fast rhythm. In contrast, a country living style is (2) _________ and calm.
While living in the city, you have numerous things to do: the opportunities are endless. On any given night, you can walk around and enjoy the wonders of the city: the sights and the sounds take your breath away at all times. Nothing is more (3) _________ than walking on the pavement with other pedestrians, reading billboards or checking road signs, and watching cars pour from all comers and stop at traffic lights.
The countryside can also help you become a more (4) _________ and active person. You can buy a small piece of land, plough it and put some seeds in order to grow your own vegetables. This way you collect your own crops, and eat and live in a very healthy way.
Not everyone is (5) _________ to the city life and not everyone has the desire to live permanently in the countryside. It is a matter of perspective and personal point of view.