VOICED : US tourism industry stretched by lack of seasonal worker visas

VOICED : US tourism industry stretched by lack of seasonal worker visas

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Wayground Content

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The video discusses the challenges faced by industries on Mackinaw Island due to a shortage of H2B seasonal worker visas. The restaurant and tourism sectors are particularly affected, with local businesses struggling to find American workers willing to commit to short-term jobs. The shortage impacts not only tourism but also farming and fishing industries. In response, the Department of Homeland Security announced a one-time increase of 15,000 H2B visas, but this may be insufficient for businesses aiming to capitalize on the summer season.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the increased workload for the Jamaican worker?

A change in restaurant management

A decrease in restaurant staff

A shortage of seasonal worker visas

A rise in customer demand

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much revenue does tourism generate annually for Mackinaw Island?

$200 million

$150 million

$100 million

$250 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislative change affected the H2B worker visa program?

A decision by the Democratic-controlled U.S. Congress

A decision by the Republican-controlled U.S. Congress

A decision by the U.S. President

A decision by the U.S. Supreme Court

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which industries, besides tourism, are affected by the shortage of seasonal workers?

Technology and healthcare

Farming and fishing

Education and retail

Manufacturing and construction

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Department of Homeland Security take in response to the visa shortage?

Issued a permanent increase in visas

Issued a one-time increase of 15,000 additional visas

Extended the visa duration

Reduced the number of available visas