Igcse Model Questions Vol1 2022 English Language Question 5

Read the following passage carefully: "The city centre was bustling with activity, its streets filled with hurried shoppers and noisy traffic. In contrast, the quiet suburbs provided a peaceful escape, where the gentle rustle of leaves and the soft chirping of birds created a calm atmosphere. People who lived in the suburbs often felt a sense of relaxation that was hard to find in the hectic urban environment." Rewrite the passage in your own words, using: - at least five appropriate synonyms for the highlighted words (bustling, activity, hurried, noisy, quiet, peaceful, gentle, soft, calm, relaxation, hectic, urban), - at least three suitable antonyms for any two of the highlighted words, - while preserving the original meaning and ensuring the rewritten passage is coherent and fluent. After the rewritten passage, write a brief comment (no more than 80 words) explaining how the choice of synonyms and antonyms enhances the effectiveness of the description.