Caribbean Tourism Season Quiz
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What is the peak tourism season in the Caribbean?

  • Mid-April to mid-December
  • Mid-October to mid-January
  • Mid-December to mid-April (correct)
  • Mid-June to mid-September
  • What is the primary earner of foreign exchange in most Caribbean countries?

  • Tourism (correct)
  • Financial services
  • Agriculture
  • Manufacturing
  • How does tourism impact employment in the Caribbean?

  • It has no significant impact on employment
  • It reduces the employment opportunities
  • It employs a large portion of the population either directly or indirectly (correct)
  • It employs a small portion of the population
  • What is the main focus of the tertiary industry in the context of the text?

    <p>Providing services for individuals who travel for pleasure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the peak tourism season generally begin in the Caribbean?

    <p>Mid-December</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does tourism impact employment in the Caribbean?

    <p>It increases employment opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area in Barbados is the main tourist area?

    <p>Port St.Charles in St.Peter to the Crane in St.Philip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the major markets for tourism mentioned in the text?

    <p>USA, Canada, England, Other Caribbean countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the types of accommodation mentioned in the text?

    <p>Hotels, Apartments, Villas, Guest Houses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of tourism mentioned in the text?

    <p>Improvements in infrastructure like roads and telecommunications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Tourism in the Caribbean

    • Peak tourism season in the Caribbean: December to April
    • Primary earner of foreign exchange in most Caribbean countries: Tourism
    • Tourism's impact on employment in the Caribbean: Creates employment opportunities in various sectors

    Tourism Industry

    • Main focus of the tertiary industry: Providing services to tourists
    • Peak tourism season generally begins in the Caribbean: Mid-December
    • Main tourist area in Barbados: South Coast

    Tourism Markets and Accommodation

    • Major markets for tourism mentioned: USA, Canada, UK, and Europe
    • Types of accommodation mentioned: Hotels, Guesthouses, and Apartments
    • Benefit of tourism mentioned: Generates foreign exchange earnings

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    Test your knowledge about the tourism industry in the Caribbean, including its importance as a source of foreign exchange and employment. Explore the peak season, which corresponds with the winter season in the region, and its impact on the economy.

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