THC5 - 2nd Major Examination

What is the primary focus of the sociology of tourism?

• Economic impacts only

• Environmental conservation

• Tourist-host-environment interactions

• Marketing strategies

Which of the following best describes the social nature of travel?

• Purely economic transactions

• Human curiosity and exploration driven interactions

• Political relationships only

• Environmental impact studies

According to the powerpoint, what are the positive social effects of tourism?

• Environmental degradation

• Social inequality

• Cultural exchange and economic development

• Loss of traditions

Which socioeconomic variable influences travel behavior?

• Weather patterns

• Geographic location only

• Transportation availability

• Income levels and education

How has globalization affected modern tourism?

• Decreased international travel

• Increased cultural isolation

• Enhanced accessibility to international travel

• Reduced technological influence

What characterizes the new travel patterns?

• Focus on traditional tourism only

• Shift from experiential to mass tourism

• Decline in niche markets

• Shift from traditional to experiential tourism

Which tourist type seeks unique experiences and explores new destinations?

• Explorer

• Individual Mass Tourist

• Organized Mass Tourist

• Social Tourist

What is Cohen's tourist typology based on?

• Economic status only

• Age groups

• Institutionalize and Non-Institutionalized Travelers

• Geographic preferences

How does Plog's Psychographic Model categorize tourists?

• By income levels

• By age groups

• By nationality

• By personality types (Allocentric vs. Psychocentric)

What is the primary goal of social tourism?

• Maximizing profit

• Environmental conservation

• Accessibility regardless of income

• Marketing to elite travelers