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Directions: There are several passages in this section. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice. Passage One Questions 1 to 5 are based on the following passage. France, famed for its fine cooking style, choice of exciting cities, and rich landscapes, makes for an enticing destination. One of the most visited cities in the world, Paris is also an important business and cultural centre. The worlds most romantic city lies nestled along the Seine River and offers the most renowned museums and monuments in the world. No visit here would be complete without seeing the Champs élysées with the Arc de Triomphe, the magnificent Notre Dame, and the Eiffel Tower. Also a famed icon of the city, the Louvre Museum is bursting with masterpieces. A popular holiday destination, Nice is the capital of the French Riviera. Vieux Nice, the old town, offers an Italian atmosphere and is dotted with galleries, boutiques and restaurants. The daily flower and vegetable market on the Cours Saleya is particularly impressive. Also famous among sun-worshippers are resort towns of Antibes, Cannes and Saint Tropez, along the Cote dAzur. Nearby Cannes is best known for its famous film festival; while Antibes offers sparkling beaches and fine hotels. Saint Tropez is a pricey but stunning resort. Playground of the wealthy and famous, Monaco offers abundant attractions such as the Grand Casino. This Belle Epoque building, enclosed by formal gardens, affords an impressive view over the area. Other interesting sights include the Palais du Prince, the Musee Oceanographique and the Jardin Exotique. Boasting a good mix of cultures from its close links to the Middle East and North Africa, Marseilles is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city. Alternatively, take a day trip from Paris to the Eure-et-Loir, the gateway to Normandy and the Loire Valley. Major