Use of English - Multiple Choice

Nomad Economies

Digital nomadism has moved from being a niche lifestyle to a visible economic force in many cities. In places once dependent on seasonal tourism, remote workers now arrive year-round, bringing spending power that can help local businesses stay (0) AFLOAT during quieter months. Cafés, co-working spaces and short-term rentals often benefit first, and some towns have actively tried to (1) .......... this trend by offering special visas and tax incentives. However, the picture is far from simple. While increased demand can create jobs and attract investment, it may also (2) .......... up rents and push housing beyond the reach of local residents. In some areas, long-term tenants have been priced (3) .......... of central neighbourhoods as landlords switch to more profitable short stays. This has led critics to argue that the gains are unevenly (4) .........., with business owners benefiting more than workers on fixed incomes. Supporters, by contrast, point (5) .......... that digital nomads often spend money on local services rather than on international chains. They also claim that new arrivals can bring skills, contacts and ideas that local entrepreneurs may draw (6) .......... . Whether that promise becomes reality, though, depends largely on regulation. Without clear rules, cities may struggle to strike a balance (7) .......... welcoming investment and protecting community life. The challenge, then, is not whether digital nomadism should exist, but how its effects can be more fairly (8) ...........