VOICED: Disaster zone tourism comes to Indonesia

The video discusses the eruption of Mount Merapi, highlighting the immediate impact on locals, including a family's escape and the loss of a family member. Survivors, like Suwanee, strive to earn a living by selling video CDs to tourists. The eruption has led to a surge in local tourism, with traffic jams and increased visitor numbers. The video also explores the cultural and spiritual reflections of the community, emphasizing their resilience and efforts to rebuild their lives and homes.

What action did Suwanee take to save her family during the eruption?

• She drove them in a car.

• They took refuge in a nearby building.

• They rode down the volcano on a bicycle.

• They waited for rescue services.

What is Suwanee's current source of income after the eruption?

• Selling video CDs of the eruption.

• Running a small restaurant.

• Working in a local shop.

• Providing guided tours of the area.

What was the impact of the eruption on the local population?

• It caused minor damage and no casualties.

• It killed over 350 people and displaced many.

• It led to a significant increase in local wildlife.

• It resulted in a new tourist attraction park.

Who was Mount Merapi's gatekeeper and what was he known for?

• A local farmer known for his crops.

• A spiritual leader known for calming the volcano.

• A tour guide known for his stories.

• A scientist known for his research.

What sentiment do many visitors take away from their visit to the eruption site?

• The spirit of resilience and rebuilding.

• The community is defeated.

• The need for more tourist facilities.

• The area is beyond repair.