IELTS reading inference Practice
What is the main purpose of mentioning London in Paragraph F?
Question type: multiple choice · Difficulty: intermediate
- A. To argue that the Donut Effect is a temporary phenomenon.
- B. To provide an example of a city where the Donut Effect is not as strong.
- C. To suggest that London's housing market is the most stable in the world.
- D. To compare the tech industries in London and San Francisco.
Explanation Preview
Paragraph F begins by stating that 'the trend is not uniform'. It then uses London as an example of a city with 'greater resilience' to show that the Donut Effect has not impacted all cities in the same way. The purpose is to provide a nuanced counterpoint, making option B the correct answer.