| A | B |
| decline | to go down in value |
| frequent | happening on a regular basis |
| rural | countryside - unpopulated |
| conflict | problem |
| effective | working well |
| native | naturally belonging to an area |
| urban | city - large population |
| ordinary | regular or usual |
| transform | to change into something different |
| oppose | to be against |
| expand | to grow or increase in size |
| myth | a false tale |
| dilemma | a problem with no good outcome |
| constant | ongoing or nonstop |
| thrive | to grow and do well |
| persuade | to try and change one's mind |