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Answer 2:
I live in a city near the woods. My friends and I would often spend our weekend at the picnic
grove there. I could even see some of my neighbors hiking at the place. Modern structures have
been built in our community since the 1970’s. Unlike congested urban areas, our town remains
clean and spacious. The city government sees to it that urban planning is being done well. Most
of the lands are for residential and environmental purpose. There is also a portion allotted for big
industries and other important institutions. This community used to be inhabited by farmers and
fisher folks; it is now being populated by workers and students.

Points to emphasize in answering:

Describe your vicinity in general.

Mention the things that affect the inhabitants’ lifestyle.

Cite some structures.

Mention a few historical facts about the place.

Vocabulary

woods - an area with thick growth of trees or forest
grove - a small wood or forested area
congested - overcrowded
urban - city area
urban planning - the activity of determining the future physical arrangement and condition of a community
allot - to appropriate for a special purpose
inhabit - to live in
populate - to occupy, to inhabit

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