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What is the primary concern about the new hotel's impact on the local community?
What is the primary concern about the new hotel's impact on the local community?
- The hotel will have a negative impact on property values.
- Local jobs may be replaced and traditional businesses may close. (correct)
- The hotel is too far from the beach.
- The hotel will become a popular tourist destination.
Which aspect of the development has raised environmental concerns?
Which aspect of the development has raised environmental concerns?
- The renovation of existing restaurants.
- The building of new roads affecting sensitive nature areas. (correct)
- The construction of luxury hotels.
- The employment of local contractors.
How does the author feel about the developers and their plans?
How does the author feel about the developers and their plans?
- The author believes the developers have a solid plan.
- The author is indifferent to the developers' plans.
- The author fully supports the developers' approach.
- The author is critical of the developers and their international staff. (correct)
What potential job-related outcome is anticipated from the new upscale restaurants?
What potential job-related outcome is anticipated from the new upscale restaurants?
Which statement best reflects the author's stance on the right to protest?
Which statement best reflects the author's stance on the right to protest?
Study Notes
Hotel Development Concerns
- The proposed hotel development at the local beach initially generated optimism due to potential job security.
- However, internet research revealed the hotel is an international company with a predominantly international staff.
- The developers plan to replace existing restaurants with new, upmarket restaurants employing their own international staff.
- Local residents fear that the new restaurants will be too expensive for the local community.
- Concerns exist regarding the potential job losses for locals employed at the existing restaurants.
- The proposed construction of new roads to the beach raises concerns about the impact on wildlife in a sensitive nature area.
- The author plans to join protests demanding a suspension of the building work until guarantees are secured for local employment and the new road plans are relocated away from the sensitive nature area.
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Description
This quiz explores the varied concerns surrounding a proposed hotel development at a local beach. It highlights issues such as job security for local residents, potential impacts on existing businesses, and environmental considerations. Test your knowledge on the social dynamics and environmental concerns linked to this development project.
