Question 1

Which Indonesian island suffered terrorist bombing in 2002?&#10;A) Lombok&#10;B) Sumatra&#10;C) Bali&#10;D) Borneo

Accepted Answer

The terrorist bombing occurred in Bali in 2002.

Question 2

The Raffles hotel is found in which country?&#10;A) Singapore&#10;B) Malaysia&#10;C) Indonesia&#10;D) Thailand

Accepted Answer

The Raffles hotel is located in Singapore, specifically in the city center on Beach Road.

Question 3

The resort of Penang is in which country?&#10;A) Indonesia&#10;B) Thailand&#10;C) Malaysia&#10;D) Singapore

Accepted Answer

Penang is a resort located in Malaysia. Option A (Indonesia) is incorrect. Option B (Thailand) is incorrect. Option D (Singapore) is incorrect.

Question 4

In the Philippines which agency manages tourism?&#10;A) VisitPhilippines&#10;B) Tourism Philippines&#10;C) The Department of Tourism&#10;D) Enterprise Philippines

Accepted Answer

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is the agency that manages tourism in the Philippines. It is responsible for promoting and developing the country's tourism industry, as well as ensuring the safety and quality of services for tourists. VisitPhilippines and Tourism Philippines are both websites that promote tourism in the country, but they are not official government agencies. Enterprise Philippines is also not a government agency and does not specifically deal with tourism.

Question 5

Boracay is an upmarket resort in which country?&#10;A) Philippines&#10;B) Malaysia&#10;C) Thailand&#10;D) Singapore

Accepted Answer

Boracay is located in the Philippines, specifically in the Visayas region. It is known for its beautiful beaches and luxurious accommodations, making it an upmarket resort destination.

Question 6

Don Muang airport serves which capital city?&#10;A) Manila&#10;B) Hong Kong&#10;C) Kuala Lumpur&#10;D) Bangkok

Accepted Answer

Don Muang airport serves Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand.

Question 7

Capsule Hotels are found in which country?&#10;A) China&#10;B) Borneo&#10;C) Japan&#10;D) Thailand

Accepted Answer

Capsule Hotels originated in Japan and are commonly found there.

Question 8

Tourism in China is managed by&#10;A) VisitChina&#10;B) Enterprise China&#10;C) The China National Tourism Administration&#10;D) Tourism China

Accepted Answer

The China National Tourism Administration is the government agency responsible for managing tourism in China. Answers A, B, and D are not official organizations responsible for tourism management in China.

Question 9

The island of Hainan is in which part of China?&#10;A) North China&#10;B) South China&#10;C) East China&#10;D) West China

Accepted Answer

Hainan is located in South China, off the southern coast of mainland China.

Question 10

Cathay Pacific is based in which country?&#10;A) Japan&#10;B) Thailand&#10;C) Hong Kong&#10;D) Taiwan

Accepted Answer

Cathay Pacific is based in Hong Kong.

Deck 21: The Tourism Geography of East Asia