Living in the city and in the country

there are a lot of people who prefer to live

in big cities and at the same time there others, who dream of living in the country. It goes without saying that life in a big city has a lot of disadvantages.

dangerous for their children. Who is right? Is the life

in the city really as harmful as it may seem?

Life in a big city is much more stressful and expensive than that in the country or in a small town.

often easier to get prestigious education and to find a

well-paid job. Besides, there is a wider choice of shops, sports facilities and health centres. What is more, if you live in the city, you can eat in good restaurants, visit museums, and go to theatres or con­certs. All in all, city lifestyle is full of variety so you will never feel bored.

and the streets are crowded. It also takes people a

lot of time to get to work by metro, as the are long distances between the stations. In big cities drivers suffer from traffic jams, accidents and car crashes.

there is a lot of crime and violence. What is

more, transport and industry are the main reasons for all kinds of pollution there­fore city dwellers often have more problems with their health. Last of all, young people living in cities are likely to acquire such bad habits as smoking, drinking alcohol or even taking drugs.

City life has its pros and cons. However, if we try and solve the problems of crime and pollution, then living in the city will be really enjoyable.

buildings, interesting architecture and design.
Bolshaya Pokrovka, Nizhniy Novgorod
Arbat, Moscow
Malaya Sadovaya,

Saint Petersburg

are many forests and fields in the country. People can

spend much time in the open air. It’s very good for health. They work outside and spend their free time outdoors.

in towns and cities. They are kinder and friendlier too.

People in the country know who lives the next door and can always help each other.

country. There is only one school in a village. There

are no buses or trams and you have to walk a lot. Sometimes it’s not very good, when the weather is rainy or cold. The roads are dirty and you can’t wear nice shoes. There are not many things to do in the country in rainy weather. It can be boring.

in search of better life, because they have not to

get prestigious education and to find a well-paid job in their native place.

you know about it?

with a partner.
What do you like about living in your

native place?
What do you hate about living in your native place?
What do you think about people who leave the country for a better life in a city?
What could be done to improve living conditions in your native place?
Would you live in the city? Why?

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