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Geography Quiz - Sustainable Tourism (Questions)

This GCSE Geography quiz looks at sustainable tourism. You will explore how holidays can support local communities, protect environments, and give visitors a positive, responsible travel experience.

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Fascinating Fact:

Environmental education, such as guided walks and information boards, helps tourists understand fragile environments and behave more responsibly.

In GCSE Geography, sustainable tourism means planning holidays so that destinations can welcome visitors without damaging the environment or culture. It aims to support local people, protect landscapes, and keep resorts attractive for future generations.

Key Terms

Sustainable tourism: Tourism that meets present needs without harming the environment, economy, or culture for future generations.
Ecotourism: Small-scale tourism focused on natural environments, where visitors learn about wildlife and local people while causing minimal impact.
Stewardship: The careful management of places and resources so they are protected and improved for the future.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is sustainable tourism in GCSE Geography?

Sustainable tourism is tourism that is planned and managed so it does not damage the environment or local culture, while still bringing economic benefits to people living in the area.

Why is sustainable tourism important for the environment?

Sustainable tourism is important because it reduces pollution, protects wildlife habitats, and encourages tourists to use resources carefully so that natural areas are not permanently damaged.

How can tourists make their holidays more sustainable?

Tourists can choose local businesses, respect rules on paths and wildlife, save water and energy, avoid litter, and learn about local culture before they travel.

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Which one of the following is NOT a reason for the growth of tourism?

[ ]	Unemployment
[ ]	Greater wealth
[ ]	Cheap air travel
[ ]	More leisure time

In Britain, during the 1950s, more and more people found they could afford to buy and run a car. How did this affect tourism in the UK?

[ ]	It had no effect on tourism
[ ]	It had a slight effect on tourism
[ ]	The numbers of tourists increased
[ ]	The number of tourists decreased

The word 'staycation' has been invented to mean a holiday taken within driving distance of home, returning to sleep at home each night. Which of the following is NOT an economic or environmental benefit of a staycation?

[ ]	A staycation supports the local economy
[ ]	A staycation produces less air pollution as travelling by plane is not involved
[ ]	A staycation does not put extra demands on local resources
[ ]	No waiting at an airport

What is ecotourism?

[ ]	A holiday where people stay in low-cost accommodation
[ ]	A holiday where people travel abroad
[ ]	A holiday designed to harm the environment as little as possible
[ ]	Travelling to your holiday destination by spending as little money as possible

Which of the following guidelines is most likely to be given to ecotourists in order to support the community?

[ ]	Stay in locally owned accommodation
[ ]	Keep to footpaths
[ ]	Don't use air conditioning when it is available
[ ]	Dress appropriately when visiting religious sites

Which of the following guidelines is most likely to be given to ecotourists in order to protect the local environment?

[ ]	Stay in locally owned accommodation
[ ]	Keep to footpaths
[ ]	Don't use air conditioning when it is available
[ ]	Dress appropriately when visiting religious sites

Sustainable tourism is about stewardship. What does this mean?

[ ]	Getting a job on board a cruise liner
[ ]	Looking after a holiday resort, making sure that all of the guests are happy
[ ]	Management of the environment on a large scale locally, nationally and globally
[ ]	Being in charge of buying organic food in a holiday destination

Conservation is a part of sustainable tourism. Which of the following is an example of conservation when applied to tourism?

[ ]	Limiting visitor numbers to a locally historic building
[ ]	Passing a law to create an SSSI in order to protect a local habitat
[ ]	Building fences to keep visitors away from a local ancient monument
[ ]	All of the above

Which of the following is NOT an aim of sustainable tourism?

[ ]	Low impact on the environment
[ ]	Promote local culture
[ ]	Generate future employment for the local community
[ ]	Get as many people there as possible

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Some people think that neither sustainable tourism nor ecotourism are achievable. Which of the following is NOT a possible reason for this?

[ ]	Travelling to a remote location usually involves travelling thousands of miles by plane
[ ]	Tourists will always put pressure on local resources and amenities
[ ]	The presence of tourists disturbs local wildlife
[ ]	It is very expensive

Geography Quiz - Sustainable Tourism (Answers)

Which one of the following is NOT a reason for the growth of tourism?

[x]	Unemployment
[ ]	Greater wealth
[ ]	Cheap air travel
[ ]	More leisure time

Advertising has increased people's awareness and desire for holidays

In Britain, during the 1950s, more and more people found they could afford to buy and run a car. How did this affect tourism in the UK?

[ ]	It had no effect on tourism
[ ]	It had a slight effect on tourism
[x]	The numbers of tourists increased
[ ]	The number of tourists decreased

Holidays at seaside resorts and purpose built holiday camps were popular

[ ]	A staycation supports the local economy
[ ]	A staycation produces less air pollution as travelling by plane is not involved
[ ]	A staycation does not put extra demands on local resources
[x]	No waiting at an airport

That is a social benefit

What is ecotourism?

[ ]	A holiday where people stay in low-cost accommodation
[ ]	A holiday where people travel abroad
[x]	A holiday designed to harm the environment as little as possible
[ ]	Travelling to your holiday destination by spending as little money as possible

As well as guarding the environment, ecotourism is a form of tourism that ensures that the local community benefits

Which of the following guidelines is most likely to be given to ecotourists in order to support the community?

[x]	Stay in locally owned accommodation
[ ]	Keep to footpaths
[ ]	Don't use air conditioning when it is available
[ ]	Dress appropriately when visiting religious sites

This ensures that any money spent on accommodation benefits the local community

Which of the following guidelines is most likely to be given to ecotourists in order to protect the local environment?

[ ]	Stay in locally owned accommodation
[x]	Keep to footpaths
[ ]	Don't use air conditioning when it is available
[ ]	Dress appropriately when visiting religious sites

Not using air conditioning would also be environmental advice, but the electricity is probably generated a long way away and the question asked about the LOCAL environment

Sustainable tourism is about stewardship. What does this mean?

[ ]	Getting a job on board a cruise liner
[ ]	Looking after a holiday resort, making sure that all of the guests are happy
[x]	Management of the environment on a large scale locally, nationally and globally
[ ]	Being in charge of buying organic food in a holiday destination

It is a personal responsibility that everyone has to look after the environment, whether at home, at work or as a tourist, to conserve it for future generations. Unfortunately, not everyone does this or believes that it is necessary

Conservation is a part of sustainable tourism. Which of the following is an example of conservation when applied to tourism?

[ ]	Limiting visitor numbers to a locally historic building
[ ]	Passing a law to create an SSSI in order to protect a local habitat
[ ]	Building fences to keep visitors away from a local ancient monument
[x]	All of the above

Conservation is looking after the environment on a local scale in order to ensure that it is not damaged to the point where the attraction is no longer attractive to visitors