Services and Tourism

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What is the primary economic activity in the services sector?

  1. Providing goods

  2. Providing services

  3. Manufacturing goods

  4. Extracting resources


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The services sector primarily involves providing services to consumers, such as healthcare, education, transportation, and financial services.

Which of the following is an example of a service industry?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Retail

  3. Mining

  4. Construction


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Retail is an example of a service industry as it involves providing goods and services to consumers, such as selling products in stores or online.

What is the main purpose of tourism?

  1. To generate revenue

  2. To promote cultural exchange

  3. To provide entertainment

  4. To educate people


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The main purpose of tourism is to provide entertainment and leisure activities for people, allowing them to travel to different destinations and experience new cultures and attractions.

What is the term used to describe the movement of people from one place to another for recreational, leisure, or business purposes?

  1. Migration

  2. Commuting

  3. Tourism

  4. Pilgrimage


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tourism refers to the movement of people from one place to another for recreational, leisure, or business purposes, typically involving overnight stays.

Which of the following is an example of a natural tourist attraction?

  1. Statue of Liberty

  2. Eiffel Tower

  3. Grand Canyon

  4. Taj Mahal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Grand Canyon is an example of a natural tourist attraction due to its unique geological formations and scenic beauty, attracting visitors from around the world.

What is the term used to describe the process of developing and managing tourist destinations?

  1. Tourism planning

  2. Destination management

  3. Hospitality management

  4. Travel management


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Destination management refers to the process of developing and managing tourist destinations, involving activities such as planning, marketing, and coordinating tourism-related services and attractions.

Which of the following is an example of a cultural tourist attraction?

  1. Natural History Museum

  2. Art Gallery

  3. Amusement Park

  4. Sports Stadium


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

An art gallery is an example of a cultural tourist attraction as it showcases works of art and provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about and appreciate different cultures and artistic expressions.

What is the term used to describe the economic activities related to providing accommodations, food, and other services to tourists?

  1. Hospitality industry

  2. Tourism industry

  3. Travel industry

  4. Transportation industry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The hospitality industry encompasses economic activities related to providing accommodations, food, and other services to tourists, including hotels, restaurants, and tour operators.

Which of the following is an example of a man-made tourist attraction?

  1. Niagara Falls

  2. Great Barrier Reef

  3. Eiffel Tower

  4. Mount Everest


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Eiffel Tower is an example of a man-made tourist attraction as it was constructed by humans and is not a natural formation.

What is the term used to describe the movement of people from one place to another for religious purposes?

  1. Tourism

  2. Pilgrimage

  3. Migration

  4. Commuting


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pilgrimage refers to the movement of people from one place to another for religious purposes, often involving visits to holy sites or shrines.

Which of the following is an example of a service provided by the tourism industry?

  1. Manufacturing goods

  2. Providing healthcare

  3. Operating transportation systems

  4. Extracting resources


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Operating transportation systems, such as airlines, trains, and buses, is an example of a service provided by the tourism industry, facilitating the movement of tourists to and from destinations.

What is the term used to describe the economic activities related to providing transportation services to tourists?

  1. Hospitality industry

  2. Tourism industry

  3. Travel industry

  4. Transportation industry


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The travel industry encompasses economic activities related to providing transportation services to tourists, including airlines, cruise lines, and tour operators.

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable tourism practice?

  1. Using disposable plastic products

  2. Conserving water and energy

  3. Overcrowding tourist destinations

  4. Damaging natural habitats


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Conserving water and energy is an example of a sustainable tourism practice as it helps reduce the environmental impact of tourism activities and promotes responsible resource management.

What is the term used to describe the negative impacts of tourism on the environment and local communities?

  1. Sustainable tourism

  2. Ecotourism

  3. Overtourism

  4. Responsible tourism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Overtourism refers to the negative impacts of tourism on the environment and local communities, often resulting from excessive numbers of tourists visiting a destination.

Which of the following is an example of a positive impact of tourism on local communities?

  1. Environmental degradation

  2. Increased cost of living

  3. Loss of cultural identity

  4. Economic development


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic development is an example of a positive impact of tourism on local communities as it can create jobs, generate revenue, and improve infrastructure.

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