Work in groups. Fill in the blanks.

Gap-fill exercise

Fill in all the gaps, then press "Check" to check your answers. Use the "Hint" button to get a free letter if an answer is giving you trouble. You can also click on the "[?]" button to get a clue. Note that you will lose points if you ask for hints or clues!
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1. Future cities are likely to be more and densely populated than they are today. They may also be more , with green spaces and energy sources. There may be a greater focus on and walkability, rather than .

2. Yes, I think future cities will be smarter and more sustainable. Technology will play a key role in resource usage, reducing waste, and efficiency. There is also a awareness of the need to our impact on the environment, and sustainability will be a key consideration in and development.