Part II Reading Comprehension
Task 1
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Shopping is an important part of any tourist’s activities. Shopping leads as the number one activity while traveling for both domestic and international travelers. The Travel Industry Association of America (TIA) reports that shopping is an activity engaged in by 33 percent of domestic travelers. The U.S. Department of Commerce reports that 90 percent of international visitors shopped in the
An example of shopping’s importance is the Bayside Marketplace. The Rouse Company has created
Bayside has nearly 140 shops offering a variety of merchandise(商品) in both the North and South Pavilions and Pier 5 Marketplace. In addition, Hard Rock Café and nine additional full—service restaurants offer everything from different countries. For visitors on the run, the International Food Court offers 20 fast food eateries(餐馆). Bayside is also the only entertainment venue(聚会地点) in the city offering free concerts 365 days a year.
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