EXERCISE LESSON 2

Why do you think Otanaha Fortress was built on a hill rather than in a valley?

• To be closer to the lake

• B. To observe enemies and defend strategically

• To make it harder to climb

• To stay cooler in hot weather

What can the use of egg whites in construction teach us about traditional knowledge?

• That food and buildings are not related

• That Gorontaloans didn’t have cement

• That they didn't care about architecture

• C. That communities used available natural resources creatively

If you were to write a reflection after visiting Otanaha, what would help you best understand its value?

• Asking yourself what the place means for Gorontalo’s identity

• Just taking photos

• Skipping the history and going to the view

• Listing how old it is without thinking

How does coral reef damage affect the entire marine ecosystem in Olele?

• It makes the water change color

• It attracts bigger boats

• It removes shelter and food sources for fish and other species

• It helps tourists swim faster

Why is it important for tourists not to touch corals when snorkeling in Olele?

• Coral might bite

• Corals will fall apart

• Tourists might get stuck

• Human touch can harm delicate coral organisms

What question could you ask yourself after visiting Olele to better evaluate your impact as a tourist?

• “Did I see a lot of fish?”

• Did I follow all conservation rules and respect marine life?”

• “Was my camera waterproof?”

• “Did I eat lunch near the boat?”

What do both Otanaha Fortress and Olele Marine Park teach us about Gorontalo?

• It is only focused on tourism

• It is an industrial region

• It values both cultural heritage and natural beauty

• It is a cold place with no people

While reading about Otanaha and Olele, what is a good strategy to understand the text better?

• Read quickly without stopping

• Summarize each paragraph and ask questions about its meaning
  

• Skip long sentences

• Only look at the pictures