As travel for pleasure gained popularity in Europe, luxury and resort hotels were built in many countries. The Savoy Hotel in London set new standards of luxury when it opened in 1889 by having its own electricity, theater, private chapel, laundry, and printing press. The hotel was managed by Cesar Ritz, who opened his own luxury hotel in Paris in 1898. The standards set by the Savoy and the Ritz have been imitated by hotels around the world.
1. Which of the followings can mainly account for the unsafe traveling in the early Middle Ages?
A. Hard work
B. Unpleasant weather
C. No accommodating inn
D. Inns along the main roads
2. The largest hotel is _______
A. the Savoy Hotel in London
B. the Ritz in Paris
C. Hotel Russia in Moscow
D. the Stevens Hotel in Chicago
3. Which of the following is TRUE about the Ritz Hotel?
A. It has an important location in London
B. It is followed by many other hotels in its standards of luxury
C. Its founder plays a leading role in hotel development
D. It is very popular among travelers
4. Travelling for pleasure ______
A. can be traced back to the 12th century
B. became a reality in 1889 when the Savoy Hotel was built
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