Cities built by the sea: Listening answers

Answers 21–30

1. 21

   Carla and Rob were surprised to learn that coastal cities

   B: include most of the world's largest cities. Multiple choice

2. 22

   According to Rob, building coastal cities near to rivers

   A: may bring pollution to the cities. Multiple choice

3. 23

   What mistake was made when building water drainage channels in Miami in the 1950s?

   C: They did not allow for the effects of climate change. Multiple choice

4. 24

   What do Rob and Carla think that the authorities in Miami should do immediately?

   B: pay for a new flood prevention system Multiple choice

5. 25

   What do they agree should be the priority for international action?

   A: greater coordination of activities Multiple choice

6. 26

   Historical background

   B: keep it short Matching features

7. 27

   Geographical factors

   A: use visuals Matching features

8. 28

   Past mistakes

   F: focus on one example Matching features

9. 29

   Future risks

   G: do online research Matching features

10. 30

    International implications

    C: involve other students Matching features

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