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WorksheetsUses of coastal landscapes
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which of the following is a false statement?
Coastal environments are rich cultural sites
Aboriginal heritage can be separate to the natural environment
Protecting this cultural heritage is a major concern for Indigenous people
Coastal landscapes are often places of creation stories, ceremonies and massacre sites
Which of the following are cultural practices occurring at coastal sites
Fishing
Painting
Ceremonies
Commercial industry
All of the above
Which of the following definitions match the word 'infrastructure'?
The process of making an area more urban.
The commercial organisation and operation of holidays and visits to places of interest
Activity done for enjoyment when one is not working
Physical facilities needed for the operation of society
How many tourists visited Australia last year?
5 million
8 million
9 million
3 million
How did tourists spend in Australia between 2018-2019?
1.22 million
12.2 million
12.2 billion
122 billion
Which of the following is not a negative consequence of tourism?
Development of tourist infrastructure
Employment rate in the tourism industry
Dumping of garbage and sewage at sea
Tourism operations can see waste enter the water and damage the environment
What strategy did Maya Bay in Thailand use to stop tourist damage to the coast?
Introduced sustainable tourism
Invested in appropriate infrastructure
Cleaned the beaches regularly
Stopped allowing visitors
Check all options which are benefits to having coastal industries
Creates jobs for coastal communities
Uses non-biodegradable products
Sensitive habitats are maintained
Boost to the economy
Check all options which are negative consequences of coast line industries
Destruction to sensitive habitats
The ocean is busy with marine transport
Risks associated with manufacturing/mining
Contamination of sea water
What is one way you can help to minimise the risks associated with tourism/recreation/industry on coastlines?
