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The cost of living in countries like the U.S., Britain, Australia or France has skyrocketed in recent years. However, if you're willing to leave your country and explore life in other areas, there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living. Check out the following countries when planning your next move.
Ecuador
Ecuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway. They even use the U.S. Dollar for their currency. In this country, it's cheaper to eat out every day than cook for yourself on a budget in the U.S. You can even buy a property for around $50,000 and hire someone to tend to it while you're away.
Mexico
Although the country is known for its poverty-ridden streets, there are many wealthier areas that provide every facility you might need. You can live off a mere $700 to $800 a month in Mexico, and this includes rent for a nice place, facilities, food, and any sightseeing.
Argentina
Argentina has been a popular tourist destination for many years. It has great restaurants, a rich history, and many places to explore. Not to mention, it's not very expensive to live here. A decent sized home can cost around $139,000, which is relatively cheap in relation to homes in the United States.
Vietnam
Vietnam has also become a popular tourist destination in recent years. There are many million-dollar luxury homes by the beach, but you can find a modest flat or small home for around $25,000 to $50,000 if you search in the right areas.
1. Why has Ecuador become a holiday destination for Americans?
A. Because housing is very cheap.
B. Because it has a low cost of living.
C. Because it is similar to America in many ways.
D. Because it has lots of nice places for sightseeing.
2. What do all of the four countries have in common?
A. All of them have great restaurants.
B. All of them have a low cost of living.
C. All of them are poor developing countries.
D. The middle-sized homes are a little expensive.
3. In which country is the U.S. dollar used for its currency?
A. Ecuador. B. Mexico. C. Argentina. D. Vietnam.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【分析】本文是应用文，介绍了四个生活成本不高的旅游目的地国家。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二自然段中“Ecuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway.”（厄瓜多尔在许多方面与美国相似，因此成为美国人的度假胜地。）可知，美国人去厄瓜多尔的原因是厄瓜多尔在许多方面与美国相似。故选C项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一自然段中“there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living.”（有许多国家以其极低的生活成本而出名。）可知下文推荐的四个国家的生活成本都不高。故选B项。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二自然段中“They even use the U.S. Dollar for their currency.”（他们甚至使用美元作为他们的货币。）可知，厄瓜多尔使用美元。故选A项。
