Vocab
The neighbourhood was considered _, with high crime rates and deteriorating infrastructure, but there were plans for significant improvements.
rough
Efforts to reduce vehicle emissions have led to improvements in _, which has been shown to reduce breathing problems in the community.
air-quality
The new _ apartment complex will offer panoramic views of the skyline, but concerns about traffic congestion have been raised.
high-rise
Never _ such a beautiful sunset. (I/see/present perfect)
have I seen
Worship of Krishna is observed by which Religious faith?
Hinduism
The company's significant _ in renewable energy technology has paid off, reducing costs and boosting their long-term profitability.
investment
The city is known for its _ vibe, with restaurants, festivals and shops representing dozens of different cultures
multicultural
As the demand for luxury apartments soared, developers _ many local residents, forcing them to move further from the city centre.
out-priced
Rarely _ to meetings on time. (she/come/present simple)
does she come
Hendrick's, Larios and Seagram's are some of the best-selling brands of which spirit?
Gin
The view from the mountaintop was _, with vast stretches of forest and rugged peaks under a clear blue sky.
awe-inspiring
The government promised an _ distribution of resources to ensure that all communities, regardless of their socio-economic statues, had access to quality education.
equitable
The _ criminal gang was responsible for a string of robberies that terrified the city for months.
infamous
Not only _ her birthday, but he also missed their anniversary. (he/forget/past simple)
did he forget
Demolition of the Berlin wall separating East and West Germany began in what year?
1989
The subway system was so _ during rush hour that passengers were frequently unable to board the trains.
The stormy region has become a leader in renewable energy, with several large _ farms supplying electricity to thousands of homes.
wind-powered
The renovation of the historic theatre included the _ of its acoustics and the installation of state-of-the-art lighting.
Seldom _ a problem so difficult to solve. (we/encounter)
have we encountered
What is the rarest M&M colour?
brown
The city council launched a _ project to revitalise the downtown area, planting trees and installing public art.
beautification
Many schools in rural areas are _, with outdated textbooks and insufficient staff to meet the growing demands of their students
under-resourced
The new housing development led to the _ of several low-income families who had lived in the neighbourhood for generations.
displacement
Hardly _ out of the house when it started to rain. (I/step)
had I stepped
Which country invented ice cream?
China