Exploring Travel and Tourism
A Grade 7 Social Studies worksheet exploring the concepts, impacts, and types of travel and tourism.
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Exploring Travel and Tourism
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Some questions may require critical thinking and an understanding of global travel.
1. Which of the following is NOT typically considered a primary reason for international tourism?
Leisure and recreation
Cultural exploration
Seeking permanent residency
Business trips
2. Which type of tourism focuses on minimizing negative environmental impacts and supporting local economies?
Mass tourism
Adventure tourism
Ecotourism
Medical tourism
3. The travel and tourism industry provides many for people around the world.
4. A popular tourist destination often experiences both economic benefits and potential impacts.
5. Cultural tourism involves visiting places to learn about the history, traditions, and of a region.
6. Describe two positive economic impacts that tourism can have on a local community.
7. Explain one negative social or environmental impact that uncontrolled tourism might have on a destination.
8. Imagine you are planning a trip to a new country. What are two things you would research about its culture before you go?
Match the type of tourism with its description.
9. Adventure Tourism
a. Traveling for health or medical procedures.
10. Ecotourism
b. Travel involving high-risk activities like climbing or rafting.
11. Medical Tourism
c. Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment.
12. Look at the map below showing global biomes. Imagine you are a travel agent. If a client wants to experience a diverse range of wildlife and lush vegetation, which biome would you recommend for their trip? Explain your choice.
13. Tourism always has a positive impact on the environment.
True
False
14. A passport is generally required for international travel.
True
False