Managing Durian Odor in Hotels

Managing Durian Odor in Hotels

Assessment

Interactive Video

Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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In Malaysian Borneo, the durian fruit, known for its strong odor, is both loved and loathed. While some cultures appreciate its unique smell, others find it intolerable, similar to how cheese is perceived differently across regions. The fruit is economically valuable, with some fetching high prices. Hotels in Kuching face challenges managing the durian's smell, employing methods like charcoal and ionizers to mitigate it. Visitors are encouraged to taste durian outdoors to avoid disturbing others.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the durian fruit known for?

Its small size

Its sweet taste

Its vibrant color

Its unique smell

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is durian similar to cheese?

Both have a strong smell

Both are fruits

Both are sweet

Both are inexpensive

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age do durian trees start bearing fruit?

15 years

5 years

10 years

20 years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do hotels in Kuching maintain a vigil during durian season?

To decorate the hotel with durians

To prevent the smell from affecting guests

To encourage guests to try durian

To promote durian sales

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one method hotels use to manage the durian smell?

Using scented candles

Using essential oils

Using charcoal

Using air fresheners

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the other method hotels use to eliminate durian odor?

Using a vacuum cleaner

Using an ionizer

Using a fan

Using a humidifier

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are visitors encouraged to try durian?

In hotel rooms

In the hotel lobby

In the hotel restaurant

Outside in the fresh air

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason hotels want to keep durians out?

To prevent theft

To maintain cleanliness

To save money

To avoid disturbing guests