"It's just something I've always wanted to do," said Bobby Selway when asked what made him decide to open up a hotel in Harriettown. He continued, "I had some reservations at first. I knew this project would likely present some difficulties and would require a lot of time and money, but if you have a dream, you do what it takes to make it happen." Selway explained that finding investors was easier than he expected. He remarked, "The investors knew that I had put an unprecedented amount of time into this project. They knew this hotel would be a success."
In early September, Bobby Selway, along with his investors, drew in a huge crowd as they gathered to break ground and begin construction on the building. The hotel is expected to be finished in late May. This is great news for many in and out of Harriettown. Hotel Selway will not only accommodate the locals, but will draw in many visitors with its wide range of services. Besides having 16
floors with 335 rooms, the hotel includes three restaurants, a bar with live entertainment, outdoor and indoor pools, a relaxing spa, wireless internet in every room, and much more.
Many business and homeowners who are anxious about increasing the market value of the city and their properties are also exhilarated about the news. This is especially exciting for Mason Barbour, owner of Mason'sGadgets. "With the economy being at a low, my company has struggled to survive at times," Mason explained, "but I think Hotel Selway will really draw in many people from all over. This is just the kind of place Harriettown needs." So as Bobby Selway has proven to be true, you can make your dreams become a reality.
According to this magazine article, why are the citizens of Harriettown excited about the news of the hotel? (A) The hotel will increase the growth of the city by bringing much needed attention to the small town. (B) The hotel will attract visitors to the city and increase the market value of the city. (C) The hotel will unite the town as it brings in a new wave of excitement during this time of economic hardship. (D) The hotel will bring in many investors and increase the value of the large businesses in town.
ans (B) The hotel will attract visitors to the city and increase the market value of the city.
In this magazine article, what does the term accommodate mean? (A) to do a kindness or a favor for (B) to attract (C) to provide a range of services (D) to make suitable or consistent
ans (B) to attract
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