​Eco-Tourism: Multiple Choice Vocabulary Test

What is Eco-tourism?

Tourism brings income and employment, but tourists (0)       B       disturb the environment and need services and accommodation, food, transport and waste disposal which can (1)________ the qualities of an area that attracted tourists in the first (2)________. Activities such as driving and water sports can (3)________ problems, especially when too many people decide to do the same thing in the same place. Eco-tourism is about enjoying your holiday destination without (4)________ it.

The demand for eco-tourism is (5)________ and there are now many holiday companies that work with local people to (6)________ their environment. As an eco-tourist, you can help by booking your holiday with a responsible company and (7)________ respect for local customs when you arrive. (8)________ on paths when you’re exploring the area and avoid (9)________ too close to the local wild life. Places that (10)________ money for locals have a better (11)________ of being protected, so remember to visit local restaurants and markets during your holiday. In this way, you can (12)________ new places and learn about different cultures while helping to protect the world’s disappearing ecosystems.