Tourism of Mississippi

What is tourism?

• manufacturing and making goods to sell

• living or existing naturally in a particular place

• industry that provides services to people who are traveling for enjoyment

• having to do with a large city

Tourism is currently the (a)   largest industry in Mississippi.

___ is a popular college town and tourist destination in Mississippi. (Mark all that apply)

• Hattiesburg

• Vicksburg

• Oxford

• Starkville

A popular tourist attraction in Tupelo Mississippi is the birthplace of this world famous musician and rock star.

(a)  

The Mississippi Gulf Coast is known as _____.

• "The Pearl of the South"

• "The Pride of Mississippi"

• "The Heart of Mississippi"

• "The Playground of the South"

According to data from 2017, how much money did tourism add to the economy of Mississippi in just one year?

• $6.43 Billion

• $4.76 Billion

• $6.43 Million

• $4.76 Million

Among the top 5 industries in Mississippi, Tourism is the (a)   industry to make a significant impact on the state's economy.

What are some of the main reasons that people visit the state of Mississippi? (Check all that apply)

• Music

• Historic Sites

• The Cold Weather

• Nature

The (a)   Trace is a popular scenic route that runs through Mississippi.

The slogan on Mississippi's welcome signs is the "Birthplace of American Music." Create your own slogan for Mississippi that could be used to attract visitors.