GCE O-Level · Humanities (Social Studies, Geography) (2260)

Tourism Activity: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on Tourism Activity.

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Question 1

1 mark

Based on Plog's spectrum of tourist personalities, which group of travelers prefers well-known destinations, familiar food, and pre-packaged tour groups?

Question 2

1 mark

Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates how mobility acts as a driver for the growth of tourism?

Question 3

1 mark

The provided graph illustrates the stages of a destination's life cycle according to Butler's model. At which of the labeled points is the destination most likely entering the rejuvenation stage?

Question 4

1 mark

Which of the following is a classic example of a push factor that motivates individuals to participate in tourism?

Question 5

1 mark

According to the Butler's model of destination development, which stage is characterized by the destination reaching its carrying capacity and a leveling off in the growth of tourist numbers?

Question 6

3 marks

Identify the three primary components of a tourism system that facilitate the flow of people between different geographical regions.

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Question 7

3 marks

According to Plog's model of tourist personality, what key distinction separates Dependables from Venturers in terms of their travel preferences and destinations?

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Question 8

4 marks

Explain how growth in disposable income and business innovations in transport have collectively increased the global ability of individuals to travel.

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Question 9

4 marks

A tourism system is a multi-dimensional framework that connects different regions through the flow of people and services.

(a) Identify and describe the three key components of the tourism system.
(b) Using examples, explain why 'pull factors' are essential for a tourist destination region to attract visitors from generating regions.

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Question 10

5 marks

The rapid growth of tourism since the mid-20th century is attributed to changes in the ability and mobility of individuals to travel.

(a) Explain how business innovations and lower transport costs have facilitated the ability of people to travel.
(b) Describe how the expansion of public transport infrastructure and the increase in private car ownership have improved mobility in travel.
(c) State how an increase in disposable income acts as a motivation for individuals seeking unique travel experiences.

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