Post-Module Quiz on Local Economic Development

In the "Local Economy Boost Challenge" gamification, which scenario had the most significant positive impact on both local economic impact and guest satisfaction?

• Hiring experienced staff from the capital city

• Importing all food supplies to ensure consistent quality

• Partnering with local guides and artisans to offer authentic experiences

• Operating all tours and activities in-house

True or False: In the "Partnership Puzzle" gamification, making a one-time donation to support local programs was the most effective way to engage with the Community Cultural Center.

• True

• False

The Harmony Eco Lodge case study demonstrated that investing in local economic development led to _______, _______, and _______ benefits.

• financial

• environmental

• social

• political

• technological

Which of the following best represents the concept of "economic diversification" in tourism?

• Offering a wide range of activities for tourists

• Investing in multiple tourism businesses

• Helping communities reduce dependence on a single industry

• Diversifying the types of tourists that visit a destination

In the context of local hiring strategies, what does a "future leaders" program typically involve?

• Hiring young locals for entry-level positions only

• Providing scholarships for local students to study tourism abroad

• Developing local talent for management positions through mentoring and training

• Recruiting experienced managers from other regions to lead local staff

The "multiplier effect" in local economic development refers to:

• The exponential growth of tourist numbers over time

• How tourist spending circulates and re-circulates in the local economy

• The multiplication of negative impacts from tourism

• The increase in hotel room rates during peak season

True or False: According to the module, effective partnerships with local stakeholders always require formal, legally binding contracts.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a key element of successful Community-Based Tourism (CBT)?

• Community ownership and decision-making

• Fair distribution of benefits

• Exclusive control by external tourism operators

• Cultural preservation and exchange

In the Harmony Eco Lodge case study, the lodge's commitment to _______ percentage of local staff within three years was a key factor in their success.

• 50%

• 80%

• 100%

Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the application of a "seasonal sourcing" strategy?

• A hotel that imports all its produce year-round to ensure consistency

• A restaurant that changes its menu quarterly to feature local seasonal specialties

• A resort that offers the same menu regardless of the season

• A cafe that sources all ingredients from a single local supplier