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Below you’ll find the most popular travel and vacation destinations in the US.

Times Square, New York City

This Manhattan crossroads of commerce(商业) is the top spot on our list, thanks to increasing visitors to New York City in 2012 despite the economic turndown. According to the Times Square Alliance, “80% of visitors to NYC make it a point to visit Times Square.” The total of NYC visits last year was 47 million, which means about 37.6 million travelers visited the “Crossroads of the World”.

The Las Vegas Strip, Nevada

The Strip is part of the federal government’s National Scenic Byways Program, which designs roads based on “archeological, cultural, historic, natural, recreational and scenic qualities”. Last year, total visitors to Las Vegas numbered 37.5 million; the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority found that an average of 80% of visitors had either stayed overnight or gambled(赌博) on the Strip.

National Mall and Memorial Parks, Washington, D.C.

Many of the nation’s iconic(图标的) public landmarks are found in the 1,000-plus acres of the National Mall and Memorial Parks, including the Washington, Lincoln, and Jefferson Memorials, and the Korean and Vietnam War Veterans Memorials. The Smithsonian Institution’s 19 museums are also close to the Mall; last year, the network of free museums drew more than 25 million visitors.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston

Built in 1742 by Peter Faneuil, a wealthy Boston merchant, Faneuil Hall has served as a commercial centre of the city for centuries and as a site for famous public speeches, like Samuel Adams’ independence-rallying speech to colonists. Today, shoppers account for a large share of visitors. Faneuil Hall’s historical significance makes i t gain the status of cultural attraction, attracting 20 million visitors every year.

68. How many people visited the Las Vegas Strip last year?

A. 47 million. B. 37.5 million. C. 30 million. D. 25 million.

69. If you want to listen to some famous public speeches, the best place for you to go is _________.

A. Times Square, New York City

B. The Las Vegas Strip, Nevada

C. Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston

D. National Mall and Memorial Parks, Washington, D.C.

70. We can learn from the passage that _________.

A. Times Square has historical significance

B. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is the cultural centre of NYC

C. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is named after a famous speaker

D. people can visit the Smithsonian Institution’s museums free of charge

71. The four tourist destinations in the passage are listed in order of their _________.

A. size B. popularity C. history D. importance

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Hot yoga is not terribly different from regular yoga. You will do the same poses and will need a yoga mat. However, the catch is that the temperature will be at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit and sometimes higher. The heat is what makes this type of yoga not for everyone. Regardless of your overall health, talk to your doctor before taking a hot yoga class and let your doctor know that you plan to take one.

I personally cannot do hot yoga due to a condition that is greatly worsened by temperature extremes, so I am an example of someone who cannot do this form of exercise. I do regular yoga just fine, but the temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit would be severely uncomfortable and possibly dangerous.

The climate is said to help with muscle flexibility and you will sweat like there is no tomorrow— which is believed to force out more toxins(毒素).It is important to keep in mind that even if you are in good health, the high temperatures can take some getting used to. You may want to start with a shorter class and work your way up.

You will be sweating greatly in hot yoga temperatures. Drink plenty of water before, during and after your class. It is also important to pay attention to your body. If you are feeling very tired, it is time to sit down and get some water. You should also remove yourself from the hot environment, but not into a very cold environment. For example, just go into a hallway—a place that is at a normal temperature and start to drink some water.

Things like heat stroke(中暑)are possible with this type of yoga. These issues are most often seen in those over 60 years of age, but younger people with chronic(慢性的)health problems are also at risk. Anyone can fall victim to heat stroke. Children are also especially vulnerable(脆弱的)to heat stroke, so leave the kids at home while you attend your yoga class.

If during class you ever start to feel bad or weak, immediately stop and tell your instructor so that he or she can get you help. Do not try to finish the class.

72. Hot yoga is different from regular yoga in _________.

A. its poses B. its temperature C. its special clothes D. its special yoga mat

73. The author writes the second paragraph to _________.

A. prove not all people can do hot yoga

B. explain hot yoga isn’t a good way to exercise

C. suggest she thinks hot yoga unreasonable

D. show she doesn’t like hot yoga very much

74. The fourth paragraph is developed by _________.

A. giving some advice B. making a comparison

C. providing some examples D. analyzing causes

75. Why do people take up hot yoga?

A. It is the most popular and effective exercise.

B. It works the muscles and forces out toxins.

C. It makes people get used to high temperature.

D. It prevents heat stroke and chronic disease.