Tourism and Environment

What is one of the main environmental problems caused by mass tourism?

• Lower prices

• Greenhouse gases

• More jobs

• Cultural exchange

Which of the following is a benefit of tourism?

• Climate change

• Destruction of forests

• • Economic growth

• • Rising sea levels

What does “endangered species” mean?

• Animals that live in forests

• Animals that travel with tourists

• • Animals at risk of extinction

• • Animals that cause pollution

Direction: Complete the sentences using the correct word or phrase.

1/ ​ (a)   , mass tourism brings more harm than good.

2/ Tourists often cause environmental problems, ​ (b)   air pollution.

3/ A major issue is the increase in ​ (c)   which contributes to climate change.

4/ ​ (d)   the large number of tourists, some animals are forced to leave their habitats.

5/ ​ (e)   eco-tourism and limiting the number of visitors can help reduce damage.

• In my opinion
• such as
• greenhouse gases
• Because of
• One solution is

Direction: Put the following ideas in a logical order for a speaking answer.

Topic: “Describe how tourism affects the environment in your country.”

A. Many forests have been cut down to build resorts and hotels.
B. Tourism plays a big role in our country’s economy.
C. In conclusion, while tourism brings money, it also causes harm to the environment.
D. However, this has led to environmental issues.

• D

• A

• C

• B

Which of the following is a social benefit of tourism?

• Increased pollution

• Job creation for locals

• Destruction of local culture

• Overcrowding in cities

What is a negative environmental effect of mass tourism?

• Improved transportation

• Increased education

• Littering in natural areas

• Cultural understanding

What is meant by “eco-tourism”?

• Luxury tourism with high carbon footprints

• Tourism that respects and protects nature

• Tourism focused only on shopping

• Traveling by plane often

Why are some species endangered due to tourism?

• Tourists feed them

• Tourists take pictures of them

• Habitats are destroyed to build hotels

• They are too lazy to move

Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct word(s):

1/ Tourism brings economic (a)   to local communities.

2/ Mass tourism (b)   or ​ (c)   natural habitats and wildlife.

3/ Too many visitors put (d)   on local resources like water and electricity.

4/ Deforestation for hotels (e)   biodiversity loss.

• benefits
• affects
• damages
• pressure
• causes