EHM1 Midterm Exam

Who defined sustainable development in 1987 as meeting present needs without compromising future generations?

• UNWTO

• World Commission on Environment and Development

• World Tourism Organization

• United Nations Environment Program

What are the three pillars of sustainable development?

• Political, cultural, and economic

• Cultural, political, and social

• Economic, social, and environmental

• Environmental, political, and religious

Which pillar of sustainability focuses on poverty alleviation and equal opportunities?

• Economic sustainability

• Social sustainability

• Environmental sustainability

• Political sustainability

Which sustainability pillar emphasizes conserving natural resources and biodiversity?

• Economic sustainability

• Social sustainability

• Environmental sustainability

• Cultural sustainability

Which sustainability pillar ensures the long-term viability of enterprises?

• Economic sustainability

• Political sustainability

• Environmental sustainability

• Cultural sustainability

What organization defines sustainable tourism as considering economic, social, and environmental impacts?

• UNESCO

• WTO

• UNWTO

• WHO

What kind of resources must be conserved for environmental sustainability?

• Renewable resources only

• Financial resources

• Non-renewable and life-supporting resources

• Industrial resources

What does "social equity" in sustainable tourism mean?

• Equal pay for tourism workers

• Limiting tourism to certain groups

• Fair distribution of tourism benefits to all

• Giving tourists discounts

Which aim of sustainable tourism emphasizes preserving cultural traditions and heritage?

• Social Equity

• Cultural Richness

• Visitor Fulfillment

• Local Control

Which aim of sustainable tourism focuses on maintaining and enhancing landscapes?

• Physical Integrity

• Local Prosperity

• Biological Diversity

• Resource Efficiency