👨‍🏫 For Teachers

Use Module 1 to reactivate vocabulary and sentence structures in 10 minutes.
Then guide students to record their Part 3 answers in Module 2 and review AI feedback together.

🎓 For Learners

First, complete the word match and guess the fun facts to warm up your ideas.
Next, record your spoken responses for all 6 Part 3 questions and check the hidden model answers.

____ a. regeneration ____ b. inhabitant ____ c. campaigner

____ a. deprived ____ b. derelict ____ c. upmarket

____ a. influx ____ b. developer ____ c. inhabitant

____ a. derelict ____ b. gentrification ____ c. upmarket

____ a. influx ____ b. regeneration ____ c. campaigners

____ structural improvements in a city area ____ arrival of many people from outside ____ district lacking basic resources and funds

____ high-end place to buy coffee and food ____ arrival of many people from outside ____ person or company that constructs real estate

____ fix up a structure that was abandoned ____ structural improvements in a city area ____ district lacking basic resources and funds

____ fix up a structure that was abandoned ____ high-end place to buy coffee and food ____ arrival of many people from outside

____ district lacking basic resources and funds ____ high-end place to buy coffee and food ____ person or company that constructs real estate

____ fix up a structure that was abandoned ____ structural improvements in a city area ____ person or company that constructs real estate

"Residents often object to..."

Example: "Residents often object to high-rise developments because they block natural light and overcrowd narrow streets."

"Many people look forward to..."

Example: "Many people look forward to cleaner streets and better transport links when a local council invests in urban projects."

"It is hard to deny that..."

Example: "It is hard to deny that most people want a safe place to live."

"Some inhabitants resort to..."

Example: "Some inhabitants resort to signing petitions when a private developer ignores their concerns about rising rents."

____ 1934 ____ 1964 ____ 1994

____ 58% ____ 68% ____ 78%

Question 1 Part 3

[Bài tập luyện nói]

Well, it depends, really. I'd lean towards giving local inhabitants the biggest say, but, um, you really need a balance. Councils have the bigger picture regarding infrastructure, while developers bring in necessary funding. However, if residents are completely ignored, neighbourhoods lose their original character. In my own block, for instance, people fought to turn an empty lot into a pocket park instead of another car park. That worked out brilliantly because locals knew what the area actually needed. So yeah, private companies should build, but residents must have the final say to keep the community intact.

Question 2 Part 3

[Bài tập luyện nói]

Honestly, I don't think it's fair at all. Newcomers are just looking for a decent place to live, same as anyone else. Prices usually jump for bigger reasons, like planning decisions, not just because one person moves in. For example, when a new subway line opened near my sister's place, rent skyrocketed overnight before any new tenants even arrived. It's really up to city planners to regulate rent hikes rather than blaming new residents. So yeah, blaming people for moving in is just missing the bigger picture and won't tackle the root cause.

Question 3 Part 3

[Bài tập luyện nói]

Well, it's a bit of both, to be honest. On one hand, new coffee shops and art spaces definitely breathe new life into run-down streets, making them feel safer and more lively. But then, um, they often signal to landlords that they can charge higher rent. I mean, I noticed this in my hometown when trendy spots popped up, and, you know, suddenly basic grocery stores were replaced by expensive boutiques. So while these venues improve the streetscape, they can gradually price out long-standing locals if there's no protection for traditional small businesses.

Question 4 Part 3

[Bài tập luyện nói]

I'd say yes, absolutely. Historic buildings give a city its soul and sense of identity. If we just tear everything down to construct modern apartments, every neighbourhood ends up looking identical. Of course, housing shortages are real, but planners can adapt old structures internally while preserving the original façade. Near my university, an old brick warehouse was converted into affordable student flats instead of being demolished. That way, the city kept its heritage while still meeting modern needs. So, keeping historic landmarks really helps maintain a sense of character that new builds just can't match.

Question 5 Part 3

[Bài tập luyện nói]

Well, off the top of my head, local authorities could introduce strict rent caps so landlords can't double the price overnight. Another practical idea is building more social housing that's strictly reserved for existing community members. Also, cities could offer tax relief or subsidies to long-running family shops so they don't get forced out by luxury chains. My aunt has a small stall at a street market, and if her rent doubled, she'd have to close. Measures like that really help cushion the impact of rapid change and protect vulnerable residents.

Question 6 Part 3

[Bài tập luyện nói]

Personally, I'd definitely choose the fast-changing district. I thrive on energy and variety, so seeing new shops, dining spots, and cultural venues open up is really exciting for me. Sure, quiet streets have their charm, but they can feel a bit stagnant after a while. Where I live right now, there's always something new happening, like a weekend market or a community garden project, which makes it easy to get involved in local life. So yeah, constant transformation keeps everyday life interesting, and I'd much rather embrace the rapid pace of urban development.