Name: 備考雅思 12 單元 2 城市化 (Prepare for IELTS 12 Unit 2 URBANISATION)
Uploaded: 2025-06-10T11:55:19.000Z
Duration: 7 min 58 s

Do you live in a big city or a small town?

I live in a populous city, which is also considered a metropolitan area.

我生活在一個人口眾多的城市，也算是大都市。

It is a busy place with lots of traffic, tall buildings, and a rising crime rate.

這裡交通繁忙，高樓林立，犯罪率不斷上升。

Although it can be stressful at times, I enjoy the convenience of having everything nearby.

雖然有時會有壓力，但我很享受一切都在附近的便利。

I love traveling because it allows me to experience different cultures and meet new people.

我喜歡旅行，因為旅行能讓我體驗不同的文化，結識新朋友。

Whenever I visit a new place, I always try to witness something unique about that destination, whether it's historical landmarks or local traditions.

每到一個新地方，我總是試圖見證該地的獨特之處，無論是歷史地標還是當地傳統。

Traveling is a potential benefit because it broadens my perspective on life.

旅行是一個潛在的好處，因為它拓寬了我的人生視野。

You should say what city it is, why you want to visit it, what you would do there, and explain why you find this city interesting.

您應該說明這是哪個城市，您為什麼想去那裡，您會在那裡做什麼，並解釋您為什麼覺得這個城市有趣。

One city I would love to visit is Tokyo, Japan.

It is a metropolis known for its modern technology, rich culture, and delicious food.

這是一座以現代科技、豐富文化和美味佳餚而聞名的大都市。

I want to visit Tokyo because it is one of the most developed cities in the world.

我想去東京，因為它是世界上最發達的城市之一。

I have read in-depth reporting about its unique mix of tradition and innovation.

我曾閱讀過有關其傳統與創新相結合的獨特性的深度報道。

While there, I would like to explore the proliferation of shopping malls, visit historical sites, and try authentic Japanese cuisine.

在那裡，我想逛逛林立的購物中心，參觀歷史遺蹟，品嚐正宗的日本料理。

I also want to see a land reclamation project as Tokyo is known for efficiently using land to house a growing population.

我還希望看到土地開墾項目，因為東京以高效利用土地來容納不斷增長的人口而聞名。

Another reason why I want to visit Tokyo is its urban planning.

我想去東京的另一個原因是它的城市規劃。

Unlike some cities with an urban slum or an inner city slum, Tokyo is known for its clean streets, efficient transport system, and good sanitation.

與一些擁有城市貧民窟或市內貧民窟的城市不同，東京以整潔的街道、高效的交通系統和良好的衛生條件而聞名。

The way the city balances modernization with environmental sustainability is fascinating.

這座城市在現代化與環境可持續性之間取得平衡的方式令人著迷。

Tokyo grabs my attention because it is a perfect example of how a city can meet the needs of a rapidly growing population while still maintaining a high quality of life.

東京吸引了我的注意力，因為它是一個完美的例子，說明了一個城市如何在滿足人口快速增長的需求的同時，還能保持高質量的生活。

I hope to visit it someday and experience its vibrant culture firsthand.

我希望有一天能去看看它，親身體驗其充滿活力的文化。

What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in a big city?

Living in a big city has both benefits and challenges.

生活在大城市既有好處，也有挑戰。

One potential benefit is that there are more job opportunities, better education, and access to healthcare.

一個潛在的好處是，這裡有更多的就業機會、更好的教育和醫療服務。

Big cities also tend to have a travel gateway, making it easier to visit other places.

大城市還往往擁有一個旅遊門戶，使前往其他地方更加方便。

However, there are also downsides, such as a rising crime rate, low living standards for some, and a shrinking supply of affordable housing.

然而，也有一些不利因素，如犯罪率上升、一些人的生活水準較低、經濟適用房供應減少等。

How can cities solve housing problems for growing populations?

城市如何為不斷增長的人口解決住房問題？

One solution is for governments to implement a land reclamation project to create more housing areas.

解決辦法之一是政府實施土地開墾項目，以建造更多的住房區。

Another approach is to build high-rise apartments instead of single-family homes, which can accommodate a rectangular tenement in limited space.

另一種方法是建造高層公寓，而不是單戶住宅，這樣可以在有限的空間內容納一個長方形的唐樓。

Some cities also need to improve their urban planning and take the initiative to create more efficient and sustainable housing solutions.

一些城市還需要改善其城市規劃，並主動創造更高效、更可持續的住房解決方案。

Part 1 Listening Today's talk will explore changes in urban life, labor, and human relationships in large cities.

第 1 部分 聆聽 今天的講座將探討大城市中城市生活、勞動和人際關係的變化。

In many metropolitan areas, especially in countries experiencing population growth, resources are under pressure.

在許多大都市地區，特別是在人口增長的國家，資源面臨著壓力。

For instance, there's a shrinking supply of farmworkers due to people moving to the city.

例如，由於人們搬到了城市，農民工的供應量越來越少。

Many farm laborers now live as immigrants to a city, searching for better opportunities.

現在，許多農民工作為移民來到城市，尋找更好的機會。

However, cities often suffer from damaged infrastructure, and the majority of these newcomers struggle to find stable work.

然而，城市的基礎設施往往遭到破壞，而且這些新移民中的大多數人很難找到穩定的工作。

In some rural areas, a severe drought recently ruined crops, turning once-productive farmland into unusable land.

在一些農村地區，最近的一場大旱毀壞了莊稼，使原本肥沃的農田變成了無法使用的土地。

Sadly, there's not much prospect that these lands will recover soon.

遺憾的是，這些土地很快恢復的前景並不樂觀。

As a result, cities like New Metro are becoming increasingly packed cities, but they still constitute a large portion of the national economy.

是以，像新大都會這樣的城市變得越來越擁擠，但它們仍然在國民經濟中佔很大比重。

New Metro, in particular, is also a major provider of services and trade, home to a growing stock exchange and global company headquarters.

尤其是新麥德龍，它也是服務和貿易的主要提供者，是不斷髮展的證券交易所和全球公司總部的所在地。

Meanwhile, social life in urban centers is also changing.

與此同時，城市中心的社會生活也在發生變化。

In big cities, it's common for couples to get engaged, get married, and sometimes get divorced.

在大城市裡，情侶們訂婚、結婚，有時還會離婚，這種情況很常見。

Although relationships can be complex, people still search for a desire to do something meaningful, many long for love, excitement, and connection.

雖然人際關係可能很複雜，但人們仍在尋找做有意義事情的願望，許多人渴望愛情、刺激和聯繫。

In fact, modern dating apps now illustrate something with a diagram, helping people meet for the first time.

事實上，現在的約會應用程序會用圖表說明一些事情，幫助人們初次見面。

On occasions such as a blind date, couples say it helps to break the ice, especially if they have a crush on somebody.

在相親等場合，情侶們說這有助於打破僵局，尤其是當他們對某人有好感時。

Some even say they fall head over heels in love at first sight.

Whether it's personal life or city life, experts say it's important to carry on the good work, work out a solution, and help those left behind in isolated areas.

專家們說，無論是個人生活還是城市生活，重要的是要繼續做好工作，找出解決辦法，並幫助偏遠地區的留守人員。

No matter what changes lie ahead, communities need to remain strong and connected.

無論未來發生什麼變化，社區都需要保持強大和聯繫。

Blank, underscore, blank, part two reading urban growth and social change in modern cities, the transformation from quiet towns to mega urban areas has happened rapidly.

空白、下劃線、空白，第二部分解讀城市發展與社會變遷在現代城市中，從寧靜的小鎮到特大城市地區的轉變發生得很快。

Governments are trying to provide sufficient space to house a growing population, especially as more people migrate to cities.

各國政府都在努力為不斷增長的人口提供足夠的居住空間，特別是當越來越多的人遷移到城市時。

This shift has created an aspiration for better living standards and jobs, but it has also led to problems like an inner city slum, poor planning, and a rising crime rate.

這種轉變帶來了對更高生活水準和工作崗位的嚮往，但也導致了市內貧民窟、規劃不善和犯罪率上升等問題。

In some places, street protests have grabbed national attention, often connected to issues like housing, religion, or social division.

在一些地方，街頭抗議引起了全國的關注，這些抗議通常與住房、宗教或社會分裂等問題有關。

One example involved a Christian governor who was removed after people witnessed something they believed was offensive.

其中一個例子涉及一位基督教州長，在人們目睹了他們認為具有冒犯性的事情後，他被撤職了。

Events like this provoke discussion and show that urban growth comes with social challenges.

這樣的活動引發了討論，表明城市發展伴隨著社會挑戰。

In many cities, single-family homes are confined to small areas, while row houses or rectangular buildings with awkwardly arranged rooms are common.

在許多城市，獨戶住宅被限制在狹小的區域內，而排屋或房間佈局笨拙的長方形建築則很常見。

These units often fail to meet the needs of modern families.

這些組織、部門往往無法滿足現代家庭的需求。

Architects say that a well-lighted room is essential, but many awkward interiors lack good lighting and space.

建築師說，採光良好的房間是必不可少的，但許多笨拙的室內卻缺乏良好的採光和空間。

A land reclamation project may be used to create a building lot, but it doesn't always fix a fundamental problem, the lack of quality design.

土地開墾項目可以用來開闢建築用地，但並不總能從根本上解決問題，即缺乏高質量的設計。

To improve this, the government may commission something new, such as housing that better accommodates a rectangular tenement or creates homes that sprout in multiple lots.

為了改善這種狀況，政府可能會委託建造一些新的房屋，比如能更好地容納矩形唐樓的房屋，或者建造在多個地塊上萌芽的房屋。

This allows builders to break the initial constraints and try new solutions.

這使得建設者可以打破最初的限制，嘗試新的解決方案。

Sometimes, people are content to live in crowded areas, but others believe that better homes are urgently needed.

有時，人們滿足於居住在擁擠的地區，但也有人認為迫切需要更好的家園。

Planners say that in urgent situations, bold action is required.

規劃人員說，在緊急情況下，需要採取大膽的行動。

It is imperative that urban design considers good sanitation, safety, and a crucial role for local voices.

城市設計必須考慮到良好的衛生條件、安全以及當地聲音的關鍵作用。

In Jakarta, for example, the proliferation of shopping malls and fast expansion has caused stress on the environment, while urban slums continue to grow.

例如，在雅加達，購物中心的激增和快速擴張對環境造成了壓力，而城市貧民窟卻在繼續增加。

然而，並非所有事情都是消極的。

Urbanization has allowed some to make a fortune, create businesses, and become emerging social leadership figures.

城市化讓一些人發家致富，創辦企業，成為新興的社會上司人物。

These individuals take the initiative, offer new ideas, and often run training sessions for other residents.

這些人積極主動，提出新的想法，並經常為其他居民舉辦培訓課程。

In some regions, developers have used city growth to yield a potential benefit, smarter layouts, greener zones, and mixed housing that better serves city dwellers.

在一些地區，開發商利用城市發展帶來的潛在利益、更智能的佈局、更環保的區域和混合住宅，更好地為城市居民服務。

According to Statistics Asterisk, the population in Southeast Asia's big cities has doubled.

根據亞力克統計局的數據，東南亞大城市的人口翻了一番。

The economy can improve, but only if housing meets future needs.

經濟可以改善，但前提是住房必須滿足未來的需求。

Under no circumstances should short-term profits outweigh people's health and comfort.

在任何情況下，短期利益都不應凌駕於人們的健康和舒適之上。