Chapter 8 - Lecture Flashcards
Why was tourism possible during the Roman Empire?
A) The Romans were the first to introduce currency exchange.
B) Tourism relied on the empire’s wealth and security for safe travel.
C) Roman ships were the fastest mode of travel at the time.
D) The Roman government funded leisure travel.
B) Tourism relied on the empire’s wealth and security for safe travel.
What was the purpose of the Grand Tour in 17th-century England?
A) To train young gentlemen in foreign diplomacy.
B) To expose young men to classical art and architecture.
C) To explore commercial opportunities in Europe.
D) To promote tourism in France and Italy.
B) To expose young men to classical art and architecture.
What made Thomas Cook’s travel company revolutionary in the 19th century?
A) It was the first to arrange letters of credit for travelers.
B) It introduced group tours with predetermined itineraries.
C) It partnered with airlines for discounted packages.
D) It invented the concept of luxury cruises.
B) It introduced group tours with predetermined itineraries.
Why did Thomas Cook’s company eventually fail?
A) The rise of international competitors.
B) Inability to adapt to online booking platforms.
C) A lack of interest in guided tours.
D) High operating costs during WWII.
B) Inability to adapt to online booking platforms.
What was unique about the Cunard Line’s Mauretania and Lusitania ships?
A) They introduced third-class accommodations for the first time.
B) They were the largest and fastest passenger ships of their time.
C) They exclusively catered to first-class passengers.
D) They avoided involvement in military conflicts.
B) They were the largest and fastest passenger ships of their time.
Why is the Titanic significant in the history of tourism?
A) It was the first transatlantic passenger ship.
B) It symbolized the shift from transportation to luxury travel.
C) It was the first ship to introduce first-class amenities.
D) Its sinking ended the era of luxury cruise travel.
B) It symbolized the shift from transportation to luxury travel.
What was the significance of the Boeing 747 in the history of air travel?
A) It was the first airplane to have a pressurized cabin.
B) It allowed airlines to carry large numbers of passengers over long distances.
C) It replaced ocean liners as the primary means of transatlantic travel.
D) It was designed for military use before commercial adoption.
B) It allowed airlines to carry large numbers of passengers over long distances.
Why did WWII accelerate the development of commercial aviation?
A) Airplanes were mass-produced for military purposes.
B) Tourism demand surged during the war.
C) New routes were established between continents.
D) Airlines diversified into manufacturing military supplies.
A) Airplanes were mass-produced for military purposes.
What caused the decline of traditional transatlantic cruises in the 1960s?
A) Stricter environmental regulations on cruise ships.
B) The advent of large jetliners capable of faster travel.
C) Increased competition among cruise operators.
D) Rising costs of luxury cruises.
B) The advent of large jetliners capable of faster travel.
How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact the cruise industry?
A) Cruise ships began using green technology to survive the shutdown.
B) Cruise ships were banned indefinitely in most countries.
C) Ships were unable to dock due to overcapacity at ports.
D) The demand for cruise vacations surged after lockdowns.
C) Ships were unable to dock due to overcapacity at ports.
What was the contribution of travel and tourism to global GDP in 2019?
A) 5.2%
B) 8.6%
C) 10.4%
D) 12.8%
C) 10.4%
Which innovation popularized cruises among middle-class Americans?
A) The launch of affordable Caribbean cruises.
B) The success of the TV series The Love Boat.
C) The introduction of floating hotel-style ships.
D) The expansion of transatlantic routes.
B) The success of the TV series The Love Boat.
What role did pilgrimages play in the development of early tourism industries?
A) They introduced the concept of organized travel itineraries.
B) They contributed to the rise of inns and food services.
C) They helped secular tourism evolve.
D) All of the above.
D) All of the above.
What change made air travel more accessible in the late 20th century?
A) Innovations in aircraft design.
B) Introduction of luxury passenger services.
C) Deregulation of the airline industry and budget carriers.
D) Advances in rail connections to airports.
C) Deregulation of the airline industry and budget carriers.
