Natural Heritage and National Parks Quiz
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What does natural heritage encompass?

  • Rock formations, animal and plant habitats (correct)
  • Cultural sites and monuments
  • Artificial elements and constructions
  • City neighborhoods and urban developments

    • Natural parks are solely defined by their cultural heritage.

    False

    What is ecotourism?

    A form of tourism focused on discovering natural environments while respecting them.

    Natural heritage includes elements of nature that have _____ value.

    <p>exceptional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Ecosystem = A collection of living organisms that interact with their environment Conservation = Actions aimed at protecting ecosystems Natural Heritage = Elements of nature with exceptional value Environment = Natural and artificial elements forming the living space of organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a goal of national parks?

    <p>Allowing unrestricted development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    National parks have no restrictions on recreational activities.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a natural site have to be recognized by UNESCO?

    <p>Protection by laws and regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason a government might designate an area as protected?

    <p>To promote sustainable tourism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Human activities can never threaten the status of a natural World Heritage site.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one measure used to protect habitats in national parks?

    <p>Restoration of modified or disturbed habitats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial support does the World Heritage Fund provide for threatened sites?

    <p>Financial aid to implement protective measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Elk Island National Park was established to protect a population of elk.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _____ thistle is a rare and endangered species found in the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve.

    <p>scaly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diseases affecting rare or endangered species populations are considered a _____ threat.

    <p>natural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of protected area is focused on notable natural or cultural features?

    <p>National Monument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following national parks with their notable features:

    <p>Banff National Park = Animal crossing passages above roads Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve = Scaly thistle Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perce National Park = Percé Rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following threats to their categories:

    <p>Logging = Human Activities Earthquakes = Natural Threats Mass tourism = Human Activities Climate change = Natural Threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has identified _____ categories of protected areas.

    <p>six</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following categories of protected areas with their descriptions:

    <p>Category Ia = Strict Nature Reserve Category II = National Park Category V = Protected Landscape/Seascape Category VI = Protected Area with Sustainable Use of Natural Resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique feature does Elk Island National Park have?

    <p>It is entirely fenced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sustainable use of natural resources is not permitted in Managed Resource Protected Areas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of protected area focuses on the management of resources within a geographic area?

    <p>Managed Resource Protected Area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was Miguasha National Park added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site List?

    <p>1999</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Yellowstone National Park was the first national park established in the world.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one major reason countries seek UNESCO World Heritage status for their sites?

    <p>to increase protection and attract tourists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ National Park was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978.

    <p>Yellowstone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following UNESCO World Heritage Sites with their notable characteristics:

    <p>Miguasha National Park = Rich in fish fossils from 370 million years ago Yellowstone National Park = First national park in the world established in 1872 Grand Prismatic Spring = A notable hot spring in Yellowstone UNESCO = Organization that designates World Heritage Sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one main challenge faced by national parks?

    <p>Overcrowding due to high visitor numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The popularity of outdoor activities is not a factor contributing to overcrowding in national parks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen to animal populations in national parks due to overcrowding?

    <p>Animals may move away from frequently visited areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One potential consequence of overcrowding in national parks is the possible extinction of __________.

    <p>species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of group with its interest in national parks:

    <p>Park authorities = Protect natural heritage Tourist industry companies = Seek profit from tourism Scientists = Study visitor impact Governments = Create laws for protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a proposed solution to manage overcrowding?

    <p>Monitoring visitor impact on the natural environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Virtual tours of national parks are suggested as a solution to help reduce visitor numbers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one inappropriate behavior that some tourists exhibit in national parks?

    <p>Not respecting the natural heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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