Tour Guiding Core Concepts Quiz

What does the word 'tour' mean in tourism?

• To circle around

• To stay in one place

• To fly high

• To dig deep

How is a tour guide defined by the Philippine Department of Tourism?

• A person who guides tourists for commission

• A person who guides tourists for free

• All of the above

• A person who guides tourists for unlawful remuneration

What is the main role of a tour guide according to the Australian Government's Job Guide?

• All of the above

• Attending to operational problems

• Researching and sharing general information

• Preparing tour guides spiels

What is one of the elements of tour guiding mentioned in the text?

• Unreliability

• Incompetence

• Informality

• Professionalism

What is the characteristic of a tour guide mentioned in the text?

• Uninterested

• Impatient

• Tactful

• Disorganized

What is the process of describing the meanings and significance of cultural and natural attractions called?

• Interpretation

• Translation

• Transcription

• Interjection

What is the main reason for the existence of a tour guide according to the text?

• To relax

• To make money

• To educate tourists

• To explore new places

What does tour guiding refer to?

• Providing professional service to interpret heritage

• Providing transportation services

• Providing accommodation services

• Providing medical services

What must a person undergo before becoming a tour guide in many countries?

• Acquire a pet

• Acquire a car

• Acquire a house

• Acquire a license

What is one of the physical elements of tour guiding mentioned in the text?

• Modes of dancing

• Modes of cooking

• Modes of communication

• Modes of transportation