The tourism industry has been an enormous boon for the global (21)_______, with millions of
people travelling to different parts of the world each year to experience different cultures and explore
new horizons. However, this increasing number of tourists has had a multitude of effects, both positive
and negative, on local communities, economies, and environments.
On one hand, increased tourism has presented many benefits for those areas that are popular
tourism destinations. Local economies are stimulated, with more jobs available in transportation,
hospitality, services, tourism-related activities, and more. In addition, many governments have seen
increases in their tax revenues due to businesses related to tourism.
(22)_________, this influx of visitors can also have a significant impact on communities’
environments, customs, and traditions. Tourists often have limited or no knowledge of local cultures
and can bring with them environmental damage, such as water and air pollution, increased waste, and
over-consumption of natural resources. Additionally, they can lead to an alteration or weakening of
customs and traditions, as well as the displacement of locals in the search for tourist accommodation.
In order to ensure sustainable tourism, which will help to prevent the (23)__________ and
degradation of local communities, it is important for governments, tourism organisations, and tourists
to be aware of the potential impacts, both positive and negative, that tourism can have. Governments
should aim to regulate tourist activities to discourage environmentally destructive practices, as well as
actively seek to preserve customs and traditions. On the other side, tourists should also be informed of
their responsibilities and privilege of travelling. This can include things such as respecting local laws,
minimising waste, and being mindful of how our behaviours affect others. By promoting proactive and
sustainable approaches, the tourism industry can continue to grow and (24) _________ the global
economy, while also maintaining the cultural, traditional, and environmental integrity of destinations.
21: A. economic 22: A. On the other hand 23: A. preservation 24: A. benefit | B. economics B. Next B. conservation B. benefit from | C. economy C. Second C. exploitation C. benefits | D. economical D. After that D. temptation D. benefits from |
25: What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. The impact of tourism on local communities, economies, and environments
B. The benefits of tourism for the global economy
C. The importance of preserving local customs and traditions in tourism
D. The responsibilities of tourists when travelling
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26: What is the main goal of sustainable tourism?
A. To exploit and degrade local communities
B. To weaken customs and traditions
C. To encourage over-consumption of resources
D. To prevent the exploitation and degradation of local communities
27: According to the passage, what contributes to promoting the industry of tourism while
defending cultural, traditional, and environmental values of destinations?
A. It’s the authorities’ responsibility to take measures to restrict tourists to traveling to cultural sites.
B. It’s the local people who must know how to protect their own properties.
C. It’s the tourism that emphasizes responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment,
sustains the well-being of local people, and educates visitors about the local culture and conservation
efforts.
D. It’s the businesses’ policy to invest more money in local tourism.