Lesson 5 - Responsible Tourism

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a learning outcome for the lesson on responsible tourism?

• Define responsible tourism.

• Explain what it means to be a responsible tourist.

• Describe the history of tourism.

• Analyse guidelines about limiting the negative effects of tourism.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are characteristics of responsible tourism?

• Minimises negative economic, environmental, and social impacts

• Provides access for physically challenged people

• Focuses only on the enjoyment of tourists

• Is culturally sensitive and builds local pride

Multiple Choice

According to the lesson, what is one way responsible tourism supports local people?

• It increases the number of tourists visiting a place.

• It involves local people in decisions that affect their lives and life chances.

• It reduces the cost of travel for tourists.

• It encourages tourists to ignore local customs.

Open Ended

Explain how responsible tourism can benefit both local communities and tourists. Give at least two examples from the lesson.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important element of responsible tourism?

• Ignoring local cultures

• Maximizing tourist profits only

• Minimizing negative environmental impacts

• Promoting mass tourism without limits

Open Ended

How does Sumesh Mangalasseri suggest that tourism can be more sustainable?