Uros Island People, Peru: Tradition, Tourism, and Challenges

The video explores the unique lifestyle of island communities, focusing on their architectural adaptations to humidity, challenges due to isolation, and the impact of tourism. It highlights traditional crafts, the shift from barter trade, and the self-sufficient, harmonious coexistence with nature.

What is one of the main reasons island homes are built with raised bases?

• To avoid humidity

• To enhance the view

• To increase ventilation

• To prevent flooding

What solution did President Alberto Fujimori implement to help the islanders with electricity?

• Solar panels

• Diesel generators

• Hydroelectric power

• Wind turbines

How have the islanders adapted to the influx of tourists?

• By restricting access to the islands

• By offering traditional boat rides

• By building hotels

• By increasing fishing activities

What is a common activity for women on the islands to earn income from tourism?

• Fishing

• Weaving fabrics

• Cooking traditional meals

• Guiding tours

What is the primary material used by men to create souvenirs for tourists?

• Totora reeds

• Wood

• Plastic

• Metal

What traditional practice is fading due to the rise of tourism?

• Boat building

• Fishing

• Weaving

• Barter trade

What is a key aspect of the islanders' lifestyle that allows them to live in harmony with their environment?

• Urban development

• Importing goods

• Self-sufficiency

• Advanced technology