HOST–GUEST INTERACTION
What is a positive host–guest interaction?
A) Tourists ignore locals
B) Friendly communication between tourists and locals
C) Locals charge extra without reason
D) Tourists behave disrespectfully
B) Friendly communication between tourists and locals
What is the demonstration effect?
A) Tourists copy locals
B) Locals copy tourists’ behavior
C) Locals ignore tourists
D) Tourists buy souvenirs
B) Locals copy tourists’ behavior
Name the first stage of Irridex:
A) Irritation
B) Antagonism
C) Euphoria
D) Acceptance
C) Euphoria
What is commodification of culture?
A) Preserving traditions
B) Turning culture into a product for tourists
C) Ignoring tourists
D) Cultural exchange
B) Turning culture into a product for tourists
Name one positive socio-cultural impact:
A) Cultural exchange
B) Creation of traditions
C) Pollution
D) Conflicts
A) Cultural exchange
What can cause negative interaction between host and guest?
A) Cultural misunderstanding / disrespect
B) Giving souvenirs
C) Sharing traditions
D) Helping tourists
A) Cultural misunderstanding / disrespect
Is demonstration effect always positive?
A) Yes, always
B) No, it can be negative too
C) Only in hotels
D) Only in museums
B) No, it can be negative too
At which stage do locals feel annoyed?
A) Euphoria
B) Irritation
C) Antagonism
D) Awareness
B) Irritation
Example of commodification:
A) Fake traditional shows
B) Learning local language
C) Sharing meals
D) Hiking with locals
A) Fake traditional shows
Name one negative impact:
A) Friendly communication
B) Cultural exchange
C) Loss of traditions
D) Job opportunities
C) Loss of traditions
Give an example of a negative host–guest interaction.
Any situation where tourists disrespect local culture or traditions, or locals are rude to tourists.
Describe a real-life example of the demonstration effect.
Locals dressing like tourists, copying their lifestyle, buying similar products, etc.
Explain the last stage of Doxey’s Irridex.
Antagonism — locals actively oppose or resist tourists.
Describe a situation where commodification of culture occurs.
Any scenario where local traditions, festivals, or crafts are changed to attract tourists and generate profit.
Give 2-3 examples of a negative socio-cultural impact of tourism.
Loss of traditions, over-commercialization, locals’ annoyance, or cultural conflicts.