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2010년 1월 7일 목요일

토마토 Daily 학습 메일

2010년 01월 07일

Questions 1-3 refer to the following article.

House Prices On the Rise

The latest property sales figures indicate that prices throughout Southern Florida are still climbing
steadily. House and apartment prices in Miami and other urban areas have increased by over
20% in the past 6 months. What's more, local real estate experts are predicting that this increase
is only the beginning. In fact, some are estimating that prices may double over the next 3 years
as investors look to purchase more property in coastal areas.

This upward trend is occurring in spite of the state government's efforts to curb the increase. The
Florida state government is concerned that property prices are becoming so high that the majority
of local people cannot afford to buy their own home. The governor herself has led initiatives to
raise property taxes, increase mortgage rates and place stricter limits on speculation. Officials
are still expressing hope that these moves will begin to make an impact on the housing market
soon.

What is the article mainly about?

(A) Recent housing price projections
(B) A lack of real estate agents
(C) Data compiled on property prices
(D) An increase in property rental rates

Why is the government concerned about the trend?

(A) Property is too expensive for local people.
(B) Coastal areas are severely overcrowded.
(C) People are buying houses they cannot afford.
(D) Rising property prices curb economic growth.

What measures has the governor introduced?