Question 1

What percentage of inbound tourists to Canada come from European countries?&#10;A) The Caribbean Tourism Organization&#10;B) Tourism Caribbean&#10;C) Enterprise Caribbean&#10;D) VisitCaribbean

Accepted Answer

The question is about inbound tourists to Canada, so the answer would be an organization or source related to Canadian tourism statistics. Among the given choices, only the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is related to tourism data in general, while the other choices are specifically related to the Caribbean region. Moreover, none of the choices specifically mention any data or information about inbound tourism to Canada from European countries, so the answer could only be inferred from a reliable source of Canadian tourism statistics. According to Statistics Canada, European countries account for approximately 24% of all international tourist arrivals in Canada in 2019.

Question 2

St. Lucia is part of which island group?&#10;A) The Leeward Islands&#10;B) The Turks and Caicos Island&#10;C) The Windward Islands&#10;D) The Bahamas

Accepted Answer

St. Lucia is part of the Windward Islands, which are located in the eastern Caribbean.

Question 3

The Sierra Maestra is a scenic area in which island?&#10;A) Jamaica&#10;B) Bermuda&#10;C) Cuba&#10;D) Barbados

Accepted Answer

The Sierra Maestra is a mountain range located in southeastern Cuba, making option C the correct choice. The range includes Pico Turquino, the highest point on the island.

Question 4

What is the most widely spoken language in the Caribbean?&#10;A) English&#10;B) French&#10;C) German&#10;D) Italian

Accepted Answer

English is the most widely spoken language in the Caribbean primarily due to the history of British colonization and influence in the region. Many Caribbean countries are members of the Commonwealth and have English as an official language, while others have English as a dominant language due to tourism and trade with English-speaking countries such as the United States.

Question 5

The Caribbean is the most popular destination for what form of tourism?&#10;A) Spa tourism&#10;B) Adventure tourism&#10;C) Cruising&#10;D) Heritage tourism

Accepted Answer

The Caribbean is a popular destination for cruising. With its warm weather, clear waters, and beautiful beaches, the Caribbean is a top choice for many cruise lines. The region offers a variety of ports of call and activities, from snorkeling and diving to historical tours and shopping excursions, making it an attractive destination for all types of travelers. While there is certainly heritage tourism and spa tourism available in the Caribbean, cruising is by far the most popular form of tourism.

Question 6

How many islands make up the Bahamas?&#10;A) 500&#10;B) 600&#10;C) 700&#10;D) 800

Accepted Answer

According to the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, there are around 700 islands and more than 2,000 rocks and cays in the Bahamas.

Question 7

The Blue Mountains are located on which Caribbean island?&#10;A) Jamaica&#10;B) Antigua&#10;C) St. Kitts&#10;D) St. Lucia

Accepted Answer

The Blue Mountains are located in Jamaica.

Question 8

Which island is known as 'Spice Island of the Caribbean'?&#10;A) Barbados&#10;B) Antigua&#10;C) Jamaica&#10;D) Grenada

Accepted Answer

Grenada is known as the Spice Island of the Caribbean because of its extensive production of spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Question 9

Port of Spain is the capital of which island?&#10;A) Trinidad&#10;B) St. Kitts&#10;C) Barbados&#10;D) Jamaica

Accepted Answer

Port of Spain is the capital city of Trinidad, which is an island in the Caribbean Sea.

Question 10

Which two countries make up the large island of Hispaniola?&#10;A) St. Kitts and Nevis&#10;B) Haiti and the Dominican Republic&#10;C) Trinidad and Tobago&#10;D) St Vincent and the Grenadines

Accepted Answer

Haiti and the Dominican Republic make up the large island of Hispaniola.

Deck 24: The Tourism Geography of the Caribbean Islands