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1.
Which of the following statements about Australia and New Zealand is not true?
A. Both societies are based on British cultural heritage.
B. Both countries are major agricultural producers.
C. The national flags of Australia and New Zealand look fairly similar.
D. Indigenous people have inhabited both countries for at least 60,000 years.
E. Both countries have highly urbanized societies.
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Which Brazilian city draws over 100,000 visitors for the annual World Social Forum, an
alternative conference to the World Economic Forum held in Switzerland? The city is
also famous for its prominent German and Italian architecture and European feel.
A. Salvador da Bahia
B. Rio de Janeiro
C. Porto Alegre
D. Sao Paulo
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E. Brasilia
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3.
The Grand Ole Opry is a famous concert hall in Nashville where what kind of music is
showcased?
A. House
B. Blues
C. Country
D. Rock
E. Jazz
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Which states would you expect to be most affected by lake effect snow?
A. Virginia and West Virginia
B. Colorado and Kansas
C. Michigan and New York
D. Washington and Oregon
E. Texas and New Mexico
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In what city would you find the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints?
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A. Sedona
B. Salt Lake City
C. Las Vegas
D. San Francisco
E. Denver
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Which city was the capital of colonial Indochina, is considered the most French city in
Southeast Asia, and is renowned for its European influenced cuisine and architecture?
It's only a short journey from this city to Ha Long Bay, a very popular tourist destination
with dramatic limestone cliffs and islands.
A. Bangkok
B. Nha Trang
C. Da Lat
D. Ho Chi Minh City
E. Hanoi
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The single most important pilgrimage destination city for Hindus is:
A. Lumbini
B. Amritsar
C. Goa
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D. Varanasi
E. Agra
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If you took a boat ride to see the magnificent limestone cliffs of the Three Gorges,
which river would you be on?
A. Yellow
B. Yangtze
C. Pearl
D. Mekong
E. Huangpu
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The largest and most important river in Pakistan is the:
A. Ganges
B. Indus
C. Brahmaputra
D. Godavari
E. Narmada
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Wine tourism, particularly associated with 'ice wines', is most developed in the
Canadian province of:
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A. Ontario
B. Quebec
C. Prince Edward Island
D. Manitoba
E. Alberta
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Ginza, in Tokyo, is a:
A. Japanese castle.
B. Shinto shrine.
C. Famous shopping district.
D. Tunnel link extending to Hokkaido island.
E. Traditional Japanese garden.
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What is the main religion of India?
A. Buddhism
B. Islam
C. Hinduism
D. Christianity
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E. Sikhism
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This monument is the largest religious monument in the world (by land area). It was
first built as a Hindu temple, and later rebuilt as a Buddhist temple. After the Khmer
Empire was conquered, this monument lay neglected for five centuries. Today, it may
be the fastest growing tourist destination in the world. Which is it?
A. Temple of the Golden City
B. Angkor Wat
C. Borobudur
D. Bumrungrad
E. The Golden Triangle
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Which answer best explains why Bhutan receives so few international tourists?
A. Bhutan lacks tourist appeal due to a lack of natural scenery or mountains.
B. Tourists to Bhutan must pay $200 per day for food, lodging, transport and a
guide.
C. The language barrier between Bhutanese and foreigners prevents tourism to
the country.
D. Tourism became so popular in the past that many destinations suffered from
their over-popularity.
E. Bhutan's long running border dispute with Bangladesh creates political
instability in the country.
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Which is not true of the famous Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)?
A. It marks the boundary between North Korea and South Korea.
B. It contains several busy border crossings, which are popularly used by North
Koreans and South Koreans to visit relatives or shop in the other country.
C. Technically, North Korea and South Korea are still at war with each other.
D. The DMZ makes an excellent wildlife refuge.
E. The DMZ is the world's most heavily militarized border.
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For small islands in the South Pacific, the biggest obstacle to tourism is:
A. The climate is only suitable for tourism for short periods of the year.
B. The geographical remoteness of the islands makes the cost of visiting
prohibitively expensive.
C. Political instability make all the islands unappealing to tourists.
D. Pacific Islanders generally do not welcome visitors because of the disruption
tourism causes to traditional island life.
E. So many visitors from New Zealand come to the islands that governments have
been forced to regulate tourism to prevent too many visitors at one time.
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Tourism to Angkor Wat and the nearby city of Siem Reap is increasing quickly. A key
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Tourism to Angkor Wat and the nearby city of Siem Reap is increasing quickly. A key
negative consequence of this growth in tourism is the problem of:
A. Pollution from factories is covering the white marble of Angkor Wat with a
layer of soot.
B. Hundreds of tourists have been crushed to death in stampedes at Angkor Wat.

C. Heavy water use in Siem Reap is causing the water table to drop, destablizing
the monuments at Angkor Wat.
D. Terrorist attacks and bombings recently have targeted tourists visiting Angkor
Wat.
E. Tourists have been caught stealing stone slabs to take home as souvenirs.
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Which is not true of the Maldives?
A. The country consists entirely of low lying atoll islands.
B. Proximity to the equator gives the islands a warm, tropical climate.
C. Its hillsides and forests have mostly been cleared for tea plantations.
D. It is a popular destination for weddings and honeymoons.
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The Great Wall of China was built primarily:
A. To surround the Forbidden City and prevent anybody from entering or leaving
with the emperor's permission.
B. To prevent Chinese emigrants from leaving China.
C. To fortify the Silk Road and prevent thieves from attacking traders.
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D. To protect China from nomadic invaders to the north.

E. To establish a peaceful boundary between Mongol and Chinese empires.
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What makes the Great Mosque of Xian unusual (or distinctive)?
A. Its design replicates the Sultan Ahmet (Blue Mosque) in Istanbul.
B. It lacks the Arab style architectural design with domes and minarets.
C. It lay buried for two thousand years and was only rediscovered recently.
D. It was destroyed and replaced with a Confuscian monument.
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America's amusement and theme parks, including Disneyland, Magic Kingdom, and
Disney World, are concentrated in which two states?
A. Arizona and New Mexico
B. California and Florida
C. New York and California
D. Nevada and Utah
E. Texas and Florida
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Which monument in the National Mall honors the 16th US president, was built to look
like an ancient Greek temple, and has a carved inscription of the Gettysburg Address on
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like an ancient Greek temple, and has a carved inscription of the Gettysburg Address on
the wall?
A. The Roosevelt Memorial
B. The Capitol Building
C. The Washington Monument
D. The World War Two Memorial
E. The Lincoln Memorial
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The Pacific Ring of Fire refers to a zone of active and dormant volcanoes and
earthquakes surrounding the Pacific Ocean. Which country is not part of the Pacific
Ring of Fire?
A. Greenland
B. New Zealand
C. Japan
D. Chile
E. The United States
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In 1494 the Treaty of Tordesillas divided the world into _________ and _________
empires.
A. Spanish/Portuguese
B. Portuguesese/Dutch
C. African/Caribbean
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D. Catholic/non-Catholic
E. American Indian/African slave
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25.
The 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympics were hosed by which Canadian city?
A. Vancouver
B. Ottawa
C. Montreal
D. Toronto
E. Quebec City
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The Deepwater Horizon oil disaster in 2010 has had a signficant impact on tourism to
the Gulf Coast. The travel-company Travelocity conducted a survey of Americans after
the spill and concluded that in tourism, perception can be more important than reality.
What did they mean by this?
A. Americans knew that the oil spill had been completely cleaned up and beaches
reopened by the beginning of the summer tourist season.
B. Americans knew exactly which parts of the coastline were affected and
unaffected, and avoided the oil-affected beaches.
C. Most tourists ignored warnings not to visit the Gulf Coast, and visited anyway.
D. Some tourists mistakenly thought that the oil spill had affected parts of the
coastline that in reality were not affected.
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E. Tourists had not returned to the Gulf Coast since Hurricane Katrina, and so the
oil spill had little impact on tourism.
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What is distinctive about religion in Bali, Indonesia?
A. Most people in Bali are Muslim, while most of Indonesia's population is
Buddhist.
B. Most people in Bali are Hindu, while most of Indonesia's population is Muslim.
C. Most people in Bali are Christian, while most of Indonesia's population is
Muslim.
D. Most people in Bali are Buddhist, while most of Indonesia's population is
Hindu.
E. Most people in Bali are Buddhist, while most of Indonesia's population is
Muslim.
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While sex tourism is probably present in all Southeast Asian cities, which city has built
an unfortunate reputation as a major sex tourist destination?
A. Phnom Penh
B. Jakarta
C. Singapore
D. Bangkok
E. Hanoi
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Which South American city, sometimes dubbed the "Paris of South America" for its
cafes, restaurants and European feel, would you expect to be particularly lively on
December 11 - the National Day of Tango dancing?
A. Buenos Aires
B. Salvador da Bahia
C. Rio de Janeiro
D. Sao Paulo
E. Guayaquil
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Chichen Itza is the largest __________ monument on the Yucatan Peninsula.
A. Caribbean
B. Aztec
C. Inca
D. Mayan
E. Oaxacan
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Which is not true of Hong Kong?
A. It was a small fishing village before British rule.
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B. It contains an excellent harbor, making it a strategic location for shipping

trade.
C. It continues to be owned and controlled by the British.
D. Due to the hilly terrain, it has many tall buildings and is very crowded.
E. It is known as a Special Administrative Region with "one country, two systems".
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In 1819 Sir Stamford Raffles signed a treaty with the Malay rulers to establish a Britishcontrolled city state in Southeast Asia, which, following independence, has become the
economic powerhouse of the region, and the world's fourth leading financial center
after New York City, London, and Tokyo. Which is it?
A. Singapore
B. Ho Chi Minh City
C. Bangkok
D. Brunei
E. Kuala Lumpar
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What explains the low number of pilgrimage tourists to Mt Kailash in Tibet?
A. The Chinese authorities prohibit visitation to the region.
B. Poor access due to a lack of convenient transportation.
C. The mountain has litle significance to religious believers.
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D. There is debate among Buddhists and Hindus about whether the mountain is
holy or not.
E. The huge number of climbers on the mountain has made the destination less
appealing to pilgrimage tourists.
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This capital city lies just 22 km from the equator, at an elevation of 2850 meters,
giving the city a perennially cool climate. The city was the world's first UNESCO World
Heritage listed site, in 1978, for having one of the best preserved historic centers of
any city in Latin America. It's name is derived from the American Indian group who
lived here and were conquered by the Incas in the late 1400s. The city is surrounded
by majestic mountains, and the old town includes museums, monuments, churches and
plazas that make walking an idea way to explore. Which city is it?
A. Caracas
B. Santiago
C. Quito
D. Cusco
E. Buenos Aires
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The Yellow River (Huang He) is known as "China's Sorrow" because:
A. The region is so dry and infertile that few crops can be grown and few people
live here.
B. The Mongols conquered this region in the Ming Dynasty.
C. Of the reputation for the river to cause devastation due to flooding.
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D. It was here that the Chinese Civil War too place.

E. The entire region has been dammed for a massive hydro-electric project.
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36.
Sydney is a major entry point for visitors to Australia. Which of the following
attractions is not found in or nearby to Sydney?
A. The Great Barrier Reef
B. The Opera House
C. Hyde Park Barracks
D. Bondi Beach
E. Sydney Harbour Bridge
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Which is not true of the Taj Mahal?
A. The entry fee for all visitors is 20 Rupees.
B. Pollution from surrounding factories is ruining its white marble.
C. It was built during the Moghal Empire.
D. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan after the death of his favorite wife,
Mumtaz Mahal.
E. It is considered a masterpiece of Moghal art and architecture.
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38.
The Canadian Shield is centered on:
A. New York
B. Hudson Bay
C. The Rocky Mountains
D. Lake Winnipeg
E. The Great Basin
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The Inca Empire was centered on which city?
A. Santiago
B. Cusco
C. Rio de Janeiro
D. Ushuaia
E. La Paz
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In November 2008 a deadly series of attacks were made on popular hotels in central
Mumbai, India, that left 175 people dead. The militants who committed this crime were
discoved to come from __________, further aggravating relations between these two
countries.
A. Nepal
B. Bhutan
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C. Pakistan
D. Bangladesh
E. Sri Lanka
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41.
In Central America about 60 percent of people claim to be mestizo, which refers to
people of mixed:
A. African and Indian ethnicity.
B. European and African ethnicity.
C. European and Indian ethnicity.
D. European and South Asian ethnicity.
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Tourism on Prince Edward Island provides an excellent example of the impacts of
_________ tourism.
A. musical
B. dark
C. culinary
D. literary
E. sport
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In which US city would you visit Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, Paul Revere House and
other sites associated with America's colonial heritage and American Revolution?
A. Boston
B. New York City
C. Washington DC
D. Chicago
E. Philadelphia
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Between 1949 and 1976, tourism in China can best be described by which statement?
A. China developed close tourism links with neighboring countries such as Japan,
Russia, and South Korea.
B. Countries with Approved Destination Status were major contributors to the
growing Chinese tourist industry.
C. Mao Zedong promoted tourism as a means of economic development.
D. An islolationist policy meant that tourism to China was almost completely
closed.
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Where in South Asia would you go to see an outstanding example of orographic
rainfall?
A. Rajasthan
B. Cherrapunji
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C. The center of the Deccan Plateau

D. The Maldives
E. The Indus River valley
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The worst affected countries of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami were:
A. Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and China.
B. Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia and Laos.
C. Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka and India.
D. Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei and Philippines.
E. Indonesia, Burma, Madagascar, South Africa.
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Which is not true of Macchu Pichu?
A. During Spanish colonial period the site was a popular tourist attraction,
particularly among Spanish visitors.
B. Hiram Bigham, a Yale professor, "rediscovered" it in 1911.
C. Hiram Bigham is credited as the inspiration for the movie character "Indiana
Jones".
D. UNESCO describes it as a masterpiece of architecture and a unique testimony
to Inca civilization.
E. On foot it is a three or four day hike from Cusco.
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48.
Which of the following is not a key factor in Anglo-North America's very highly
developed tourist industry?
A. The enormous size and diversity of landscapes and cultures.
B. A highly developed transportation network throughout the continent.
C. Government expenditure on overaseas advertising campaigns promoting North
America as a tourist destination.
D. A wealthy middle class and a strong economy.
E. Well developed internet and telecommunications.
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New Zealand is most closely associated with:
A. Dark tourism.
B. Nature tourism.
C. Sex tourism.
D. Medical tourism.
E. Culinary tourism.
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This country is the only landlocked country in all of Southeast Asia. Road networks are
poorly developed and so getting around is often more convenient by boat on its
numerous rivers, including the Mekong River. Which country is it?
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A. Vietnam
B. Thailand
C. Laos
D. Cambodia
E. Burma
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51.
On August 6 every year thousands of tourists and locals gather at the Hiroshima Peace
Memorial Park in Japan to commemorate the anniversary of what event?
A. The end of the Meiji Era in 1912.
B. The atomic bombing of the city in 1945.
C. The beginning of Japan's era of miraculous economic expansion.
D. The opening of the climbing season on Mt Fuji.
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This city, the former capital of Japan, was spared the worst of the bombing in World
War Two, and is famous for its thousands of Buddhist temples, gardens and Shinto
shrines (providing a contrast to ultra-modern Tokyo). It is one of the best preserved
cities in Japan, and a popular tourist destination. One attraction is Nijo Castle, built by
the Shogun Tokagawa in 1603, one of the best preserved of Japan's castles. Which city
is it?
A. Sapporo
B. Yokohama
C. Kyoto
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D. Hiroshima
E. Kobe
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53.
With millions of Mexicans living and working in the United States, an important form of
tourism to Mexico is referred to as "VFR" tourism. What does VFR mean?
A. Instead of holiday pay Mexican workers are given 'vouchers for recreation'.
B. Political activists travel to Mexico to 'vote for reform'.
C. Mexicans and Americans can cross the border without a visa because it is a
'visa friendly region'.
D. Mexicans in the US travel back to Mexico to 'visit friends and relatives'.
E. 'Very Fast Rail' is the company that operates trains between California and Baja
California.
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Which is not true of tourism in Cuba?
A. Before the Cuban Revolution, Cuba was a popular destination for Americans.
B. Following the Cuban Revolution, Cuba has been ruled by communist leader
Fidel Castro (and recently by his brother Raul).
C. The US imposed sanctions on Cuba in 1962, preventing Americans from
legally visiting the island.
D. Following the end of US sanctions on Cuba in 1991, tourism between the two
countries has grown rapidly.
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Which is not true of the Great Barrier Reef?
A. Tourism is seasonal, based on the migration of deadly box-jellyfish.
B. Visitors to the reef can snorkel, scuba dive, or view the coral from glassbottomed boats.
C. It is the largest coral reef system in the world, extending along the entire east
coast of New Zealand.
D. The reef is a significant source of tourism and revenue in Queensland.
E. Tourism to the Great Barrier Reef is a good example of nature, adventure and
marine tourism.
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Which city in South Asia would you be in if you were visiting the birthplace of Gautum
Buddha (born 563 BCE), founder of Buddhism, who is also venerated as the 10th
incarnation of Lord Vishnu by Hindus?
A. Goa
B. Lumbini
C. Allahabad
D. Kathmandu
E. Chennai
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The Golden Temple of Amritsar is an extremely important pilgrimage destination for
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The Golden Temple of Amritsar is an extremely important pilgrimage destination for

whom?
A. Jains
B. Buddhists
C. Hindus
D. Muslims
E. Sikhs
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58.
Greenland is a self-governing country within the Kingdom of _________.
A. Canada
B. Denmark
C. Norway
D. Iceland
E. Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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59.
Which is not true of the Japanese population?
A. Rice is important to the Japanese diet, and most Japanese live in rural areas
and grow their own rice.
B. It's population is in decline. In 2010 Japan's population actually declined by
123,000 people.
C. Japan has a highly urbanized society of approximately 127 million people.
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D. Japan is the most ethnically homogeneous country on earth, with more than
98 percent of the population ethnically Japanese.
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60.
Foreign visitors to Uluru (Ayer's Rock) in the Northern Territory of Australia are often
confronted with what ethical dilemma?
A. Whether to bring their own water or drink local water.
B. Whether or not to pay the local Aboriginal people for entering their land.
C. Whether or not to climb the rock.
D. Whether or not to take photos of the rock.
E. Whether or not to light a fire at their campsite.
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