Listen again and answer the questions in about 3–4 words. Compare your answers in class. 1 Which popular tourist sites are mentioned? 2 What measures are listed in order to manage tourism in Venice? 3 What negative consequences of mass tourism are stated? 4 Why has Oxford turned into a “tourist hell” according to the Lord Mayor? 5 What activities does the British eco-tourism board support? 6 What does Claire suggest should be done in touristy places? 7 According to Pete, what should locals do who face great numbers of tourists? 8 What does Pete think should be done in Venice? 9 How does the interviewer feel about Pete’s opinion? Listen to the recording once more and complete the sentences with the words you hear. 1 When does tourism stop being beneficial for a and its ? 2 In recent years for tourists to visit a popular city, like Venice, or limiting the amount of people allowed to enter a particular at any given time have been discussed. 3 Tourism is still a very important of for many areas. 4 Are you affected by in your area? 5 I have often seen how mass tourism causes pollution and destroys the of animals. Some have already become ! 6 I’d say with online booking, it would be feasible to have at popular sights. 7 All we need is proper co-operation of all . Let’s focus on our beautiful sights and nature. 8 There will always be in big cities. c Venice, ... Vocabulary Tourism and the environment 11 a Tourism and our environment More and more people in popular tourist areas claim tourism should be restricted or even banned. Not only does it lead to more environmental pollution, the ever-growing numbers of tourists threaten the very things they are coming to see. Do you live in a touristy place? What is your opinion on limiting tourism? You are going to listen to two people talking on a phone-in programme called Hot Debate. Who are they, and what are their points of view? a Listening 10 b 57nk5z 42 88 Language skills Extras Explore 7 Your environment Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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