12. Reading. Life in Moscow

A teenager from Moscow shares his experience of living in that city. Read his essay and decide if the statements are True, False, or Not stated.

 

 

 

 

I live in Moscow, and I believe it's the best city in the world, not just because it's where I'm from.

 

In my opinion, the best thing about living here is that there's always something exciting happening. Moscow is full of cultural events and attractions. From art shows at the Pushkin Museum to music festivals in Gorky Park, there's never a dull moment.

 

Moreover, the historical and cultural attractions are amazing — Moscow is home to lots of museums, theatres, and art galleries. You can visit ancient cathedrals like St. Basil's Cathedral one day and modern art galleries like the Multimedia Art Museum the next one. I love exploring the famous buildings and museums in Moscow. It makes me proud of my city and its past.

 

Additionally, this city can offer great educational opportunities, people from all over the country come here to study. For example, Moscow State University is considered to be one of the best universities in the world.

 

Another advantage of Moscow is the convenient public transportation. The city has a developed metro system that makes it easy to get around. There are also buses, trams, and taxis available for those who prefer not to take the metro.

 

One of the main disadvantages is the high cost of living. Housing, food, and entertainment can be quite expensive, especially in the city centre. That's why many people, like my family, have decided to live in cheaper places, even though it means we have to travel longer to get somewhere. For example, I take a \(40\)-minute ride on the metro to get to the city centre.

 

Also, because a lot of tourists go to Moscow, the city gets very crowded in summer and on holidays. The traffic is busy too, which results in noise and air pollution. However, there are lots of parks and green spaces in Moscow where you can relax after busy and noisy streets.

 

To sum up, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else but Moscow. The city has a unique atmosphere that's hard to find anywhere else. It's a mix of old and new, traditional and modern, and it's just really exciting to be a part of it all.

 

1) St. Basil's Cathedral is a modern cathedral. — FalseNot statedTrue.

2) In author's opinion, there're enough green spaces in Moscow. — Not statedFalseTrue.