Uses of coastal landscapes

Which of the following is a false statement?

• Coastal environments are rich cultural sites

• Aboriginal heritage can be separate to the natural environment

• Protecting this cultural heritage is a major concern for Indigenous people

• Coastal landscapes are often places of creation stories, ceremonies and massacre sites

Which of the following are cultural practices occurring at coastal sites

• Fishing

• Painting

• Ceremonies

• Commercial industry

• All of the above

Which of the following definitions match the word 'infrastructure'?

• The process of making an area more urban.

• The commercial organisation and operation of holidays and visits to places of interest

• Activity done for enjoyment when one is not working

• Physical facilities needed for the operation of society

How many tourists visited Australia last year?

• 5 million

• 8 million

• 9 million

• 3 million

How did tourists spend in Australia between 2018-2019?

• 1.22 million

• 12.2 million

• 12.2 billion

• 122 billion

Which of the following is not a negative consequence of tourism?

• Development of tourist infrastructure

• Employment rate in the tourism industry

• Dumping of garbage and sewage at sea

• Tourism operations can see waste enter the water and damage the environment

What strategy did Maya Bay in Thailand use to stop tourist damage to the coast?

• Introduced sustainable tourism

• Invested in appropriate infrastructure

• Cleaned the beaches regularly

• Stopped allowing visitors

Check all options which are benefits to having coastal industries

• Creates jobs for coastal communities

• Uses non-biodegradable products

• Sensitive habitats are maintained

• Boost to the economy

Check all options which are negative consequences of coast line industries

• Destruction to sensitive habitats

• The ocean is busy with marine transport

• Risks associated with manufacturing/mining

• Contamination of sea water

What is one way you can help to minimise the risks associated with tourism/recreation/industry on coastlines?