Unit 9: Cities of the World

Part 4: Reading

Reading comprehension about world cities

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Reading: Famous Cities Around the World

11. Reading Passage

Three Amazing Cities

London is the capital of England. It is one of the biggest cities in Europe. London is famous for its history and landmarks. You can see Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and Buckingham Palace. The city has many museums, and most of them are free. London is also famous for its red double-decker buses and black taxis. The weather is often rainy, but the city is still exciting.

Tokyo is the capital of Japan. It is a city of contrasts. You can find modern skyscrapers next to ancient temples. Tokyo has the busiest train station in the world - Shinjuku Station. The food in Tokyo is amazing. You can try sushi, ramen, and many other Japanese dishes. Tokyo is more expensive than many other Asian cities, but it is a wonderful place to visit.

Sydney is the largest city in Australia. It is famous for the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Sydney has beautiful beaches like Bondi Beach. The weather is warm and sunny most of the year. Sydney is less crowded than Tokyo but it is more relaxed. People there love outdoor activities like surfing and hiking.

22. Vocabulary from the Passage

WordMeaning
contrastsự tương phản
templeđền, chùa
skyscrapernhà chọc trời
crowdedđông đúc
relaxedthoải mái, thư giãn

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