1 . Do you want to go abroad to make money? If you’ve decided to invest（投资）overseas, you may be wondering which countries are the best, and which countries will give you the biggest returns. In some locations, investment is easier than others. Here are the top 4 best countries to invest in housing:

◆Italy

A charming hillside area, Abruzzo makes for a great investment. This beautiful place has lots of local housing resources, and you can buy a home that needs just $45,000. With proper repair, selling for at least four times that much, you can easily make money.

◆Argentina

Central America’s Argentina’s tourism is popular, so it has a lot to offer locals and tourists alike. This coastal country is affordable, too, especially in the busy city of Buenos Aires. As the city is rapidly expanding, now it’s time to get this hot investing opportunity.

◆Mexico

In the south of the border, you can find unbelievable investment. Playa del Carmen will give you the most for your money. Plus its tourism is popular and it’s a nice place to visit and easily accessible from the United States.

◆Panama

Historic and lively, Panama is a safe place for shopping. You’ll enjoy great tax（税金）benefits in Panama. Panama does not charge income tax for the first 10 years of your investment.

No matter where you choose to buy, these four countries will provide you with a great location and return on investment.

1. What do Argentina and Mexico have in common according to the text?

A．Their tourism is popular.

B．They are rapidly expanding.

C．They lie on the United States.

D．Their natural resources are extremely rich.

2. Which of the following has an advantage in tax policy in investment?

A．Italy.	B．Mexico.
C．Panama.	D．Argentina.

3. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To introduce some tourist attractions.

B．To show different building styles in the world.

C．To show four countries for tourists to buy clothes.

D．To introduce some countries for investment in housing.