TOURISM & HOSPITALITY
Neil, who lives in the Philippines loves to travel within his country for vacation. Which of the following type of tourism involves traveling outside one’s country of residence?
A. Business Tourist C. Inclusive Tourist
B. Domestic Tourist D. International Tourist
B. Domestic Tourist
Maria loves to bake and decorate cakes. Which hospitality career would best suit her skills?
A. airplane pilot
B. pastry chef
C. software engineer
D. veterinarian
B. pastry chef
Which of the following is a challenge related to labor in the hospitality industry?
A. expensive technology upgrades
B. decreasing international travel trends
C. lack of customer demand for luxury services
D. high turnover and difficulty retaining skilled workers
D. It influences the way hospitality businesses operate internationally, including cultural considerations and services.
Which of the following practices is critical for ensuring food safety during preparation?
A. using unwashed vegetables for cooking
B. washing hands thoroughly before handling food
C. storing cooked food in the danger zone (40°F to 140°F)
D. preparing food several hours in advance without refrigeration
B. washing hands thoroughly before handling food
Maria is following a recipe that calls for 1 cup of milk, but her measuring cup only has metric measurements. How much milk should she use in milliliters (ml)?
A. 180 ml
B. 250 ml
C. 500 ml
D. 1 liter
B. 250 ml
A family books a complete vacation package including accommodation, meals, and transport. What type of travel is this?
A. Business C. Independent
B. Inclusive D. Tailor-made
B. Inclusive
A hotel receptionist needs to handle guest requests quickly and politely. Which skill is MOST important for this role?
A. geological surveying skills
B. advanced medical expertise
C. excellent customer service
D. knowledge of foreign languages
C. excellent customer service
What is a major trend affecting the hospitality industry?
A. decline in interest for travel and vacations
B. decrease in the importance of employee training
C. reduction in customer expectations for technology-based services
D. increased focus on vacation ownership and timeshare opportunities
D. increased focus on vacation ownership and timeshare opportunities
What corrective action might be taken if a critical limit is not met during food preparation?
A. reprocess or dispose of the food
B. ignore the mistake if it seems minor
C. adjust the critical limit for future preparations
D. serve the food as is but inform customers of the mistake
A. reprocess or dispose of the food
A cake recipe requires 2 tablespoons (Tbsp) of vanilla extract. The only measuring tool available is marked in milliliters (ml). How much vanilla extract should Maria measure?
A. 10 ml
B. 15 ml
C. 20 ml
D. 30 ml
D. 30 ml
What kind of accommodation does NOT include meal as part of its package?
A. Catered C. Non-catered
B. Inclusive D. Tailor-made
C. Non-catered
What is the primary role of a travel agent?
A. manages kitchen staff in a restaurant
B. plans recreational activities in amusement parks
C. oversees the housekeeping department in a hotel
D. assists clients with trip planning, bookings, and rescheduling
D. assists clients with trip planning, bookings, and rescheduling
What is an example of an innovation in the hospitality industry?
A. hiring fewer employees to reduce costs
B. avoiding global expansion to maintain simplicity
C. replacing all amenities with standardized packages
D. using interactive online reservation systems for better customer experience
D. using interactive online reservation systems for better customer experience
What is the primary purpose of table napkin folding in fine dining?
A. to replace placemats during meals
B. to serve as a substitute for coasters
C. to clean the table before serving food
D. to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the dining table
D. to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the dining table
A soup recipe asks for 500 milliliters (ml) of chicken broth. If you only have a measuring tool marked in cups, how many cups of broth should you use?
A. 1 cup
B. 1.5 cups
C. 2 cups
D. 2.5 cups
C. 2 cups
A tourist is planning a trip to Boracay. How does the tourism industry differ from hospitality industry aspect to their trip?
D. Hospitality includes services like lodging and food, while tourism focuses on exploring Boracay.
A resort manager’s responsibilities include:
A. designing airline routes
B. baking pastries for hotel guests
C. preparing travel itineraries for clients
D. managing finances, housekeeping, and guest satisfaction
D. managing finances, housekeeping, and guest satisfaction
Which of the following is an operating issue in the hospitality industry?
A. lack of interest in career opportunities
B. difficulty implementing sustainable practices
C. decline in global tourism due to lack of infrastructure
D. increased competition and oversupply of hotel rooms
D. increased competition and oversupply of hotel rooms
What is the correct sequence for creating a well-balanced meal through food preparation?
A. Cleaning, seasoning, cooking, plating
B. Plating, seasoning, cleaning, cooking
C. Seasoning, chopping, cooking, storing
D. Cooking, cleaning, seasoning, assembling
A. Cleaning, seasoning, cooking, plating
Sarah needs 1/4 pound (lb) of butter for her cookie recipe, but her butter is measured in grams (g). How much butter does she need?
A. 57 g
B. 113 g
C. 225 g
D. 250 g
B. 113 g
Yzza is planning a vacation to a new city. What is the primary focus of the tourism industry in helping you plan her trip?
A. providing her with delicious meals at restaurants
B. organizing her business conventions and meetings
C. operating transportation systems to get her around the city
D. helping her to have a fun and relaxing experience
D. helping her to have a fun and relaxing experience
Why is financial literacy important in hospitality and tourism businesses?
A. It helps ensure quality in food production.
B. It focuses on advertising travel packages.
C. It helps in arranging recreational activities for tourists.
D. It aids in managing expenses, earnings, and employee salaries effectively.
D. It aids in managing expenses, earnings, and employee salaries effectively.
Why is globalization a significant factor in the hospitality industry?
A. It focuses only on domestic tourism trends.
B. It eliminates the need for innovations in services.
C. It reduces competition among local hospitality providers.
D. It influences the way hospitality businesses operate internationally, including cultural considerations and services.
D. It influences the way hospitality businesses operate internationally, including cultural considerations and services.
Why is heat transfer important in cooking?
A. It ensures the food has a longer shelf life.
B. It improves the nutritional value of the food.
C. It kills harmful bacteria and enhances flavor.
D. It changes the color of the food to make it more appealing.
C. It kills harmful bacteria and enhances flavor.
John has 3 pounds (lbs) of flour but the recipe he is using calls for 1.5 kilograms (kg). Does John have enough flour for the recipe?
A. No, because 3 pounds is only 1.2 kg.
B. No, because 3 pounds is less than 1 kg.
C. Yes, because 3 pounds is equal to 1.5 kg.
D. Yes, because 3 pounds is approximately 1.4 kg.
D. Yes, because 3 pounds is approximately 1.4 kg.