Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. Identify one or two serious ones and suggest ways that governments and individuals can tackle these problems.

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public transport so air pollution could be under control. Most importantly parking in the centre should be forbidden and pedestrian zones ought to be widened and encouraged. To sum up, despite having to face the inevitable magnitude of the population, there are resolutions which can be passed through as laws in order to conserve the state of big cities and to maintain a healthy and quality mode of life.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • strain on infrastructure
  • public services
  • overcrowded
  • inadequate healthcare services
  • pressure on educational institutions
  • environmental impact
  • increased pollution
  • waste management
  • destruction of green spaces
  • natural habitats
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