QCM : Natural Space Tourism and Snow Sports — 10 questions

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1. What is a common adaptation strategy used by ski resorts to cope with the effects of climate change?

Reducing the number of visitors
Switching entirely to summer tourism
Using artificial snow and diversifying activities
Building higher ski lifts

Using artificial snow and diversifying activities

Explication

Ski resorts adapt to climate change by producing artificial snow to extend the ski season and diversifying activities to reduce reliance solely on natural snow conditions.

2. Which region is NOT mentioned as a major area for natural space tourism in the revision sheet?

Alps
Sahara Desert
Pyrenees
Nordic countries

Sahara Desert

Explication

The Sahara Desert is not mentioned as a major region for natural space tourism, unlike the Alps, Pyrenees, and Nordic countries which are specifically listed.

3. What historical movement contributed to the initial appreciation of nature that influenced tourism?

Romantic movement in the late 1700s
Industrial Revolution in the 19th century
Ancient Greek philosophy
Modern environmentalism in the 20th century

Romantic movement in the late 1700s

Explication

The Romantic movement in the late 18th century was pivotal in fostering an appreciation for nature, emphasizing emotional and aesthetic connections to the natural world, which later influenced the development of nature-based tourism.

4. Approximately how many skiers worldwide are estimated to participate in snow sports, according to the revision sheet?

50-70 million
135-150 million
200-250 million
370-400 million

135-150 million

Explication

The sheet states that around 135–150 million skiers participate worldwide, making this the correct estimate for snow sports participation.

5. Which of the following is NOT a typical ecological impact caused by ski resorts?

Pollution and resource depletion
Erosion and infrastructure damage
Habitat loss
Increased biodiversity

Increased biodiversity

Explication

Increased biodiversity is not an ecological impact of ski resorts; in fact, ski resorts often lead to habitat loss, pollution, erosion, and infrastructure damage, which negatively affect local ecosystems.

6. What is a primary adaptation strategy for snow sports tourism to counteract the impacts of climate change?

Reducing the number of ski resorts
Artificial snow systems and activity diversification
Relocating to warmer regions
Decreasing tourism services during winter

Artificial snow systems and activity diversification

Explication

Artificial snow production and activity diversification are listed as key adaptation strategies in response to climate-induced snow decline.

7. Which statement best describes the economic impact of snow tourism in Switzerland?

It contributes about one-third of the tourism revenue
It contributes approximately two-thirds of the tourism revenue
It has minimal impact on Switzerland's economy
It is entirely dependent on ecotourism efforts

It contributes approximately two-thirds of the tourism revenue

Explication

The sheet notes that snow tourism generates about two-thirds of Swiss tourism revenue, highlighting its economic significance.

8. Which activity is NOT explicitly listed as part of adventure activities in the context of natural space tourism?

Mountaineering
Kayaking
Horseback riding in pastures
Snowboarding

Horseback riding in pastures

Explication

Horseback riding in pastures is not mentioned; the listed adventure activities include mountaineering, kayaking, snowboarding, and speedriding.

9. What key environmental concern is associated with the development of ski resorts?

Elevation of atmospheric ozone levels
Habitat disruption, erosion, pollution, and resource depletion
Depletion of the ozone layer causing increased UV exposure
Acid rain affecting surrounding forests

Habitat disruption, erosion, pollution, and resource depletion

Explication

Development impacts include habitat disruption, erosion, pollution, and resource depletion, which are major environmental concerns linked to ski resorts.

10. What is one difference between ecotourism and other forms of natural space tourism as indicated in the revision sheet?

Ecotourism focuses on conservation and environmental education
Ecotourism exclusively involves snow sports activities
Ecotourism does not require any infrastructure development
Ecotourism aims to maximize economic profit regardless of ecological impact

Ecotourism focuses on conservation and environmental education

Explication

Ecotourism emphasizes conservation and environmental education, aiming for minimal ecological footprint, unlike other forms that might prioritize recreational or recreational activities.

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Origins of nature appreciation?

Romantic movement in late 1700s.

Origins of natural space tourism?

Romantic movement, 1700s, nature appreciation.

Major snow regions?

Alps, Pyrenees, Nordic, North America, Andes.

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