INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Read the instructions carefully before answering the questions.
SECTION | QUESTION | TOPIC | MARKS | TIME (minutes) |
A | 1 | Short Questions | 40 marks | 20 minutes |
B | 2 | Map Work and Tour Planning | 50 marks | 50 minutes |
3 | Foreign Exchange | |||
C | 4 | Tourism Attractions | 50 marks | 50 minutes |
5 | Culture and Heritage Tourism | |||
6 | Marketing | |||
D | 7 | Sustainable and Responsible Tourism | 30 marks | 30 minutes |
E | 8 | Domestic, Regional and International Tourism | 30 marks | 30 minutes |
9 | Communication and Customer Care |
SECTION A: SHORT QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
1.1 Four options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (1.1.1–1.1.20) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.1.21 A.
1.1.1 Daylight savings time is a practice whereby certain countries move their time one hour …
1.1.2 The annual global sporting event held in Wimbledon in the United Kingdom, showcases the top … in the world.
1.1.3 Accommodation that best suits a group of gap year tourists staying in Cape Town on a low budget.
1.1.4 In February 2020 global travel restrictions were introduced by many countries as a result of the coronavirus outbreak in …
1.1.5 A disease caused by larvae entering a person’s body that can be avoided by staying out of potentially contaminated rivers.
1.1.6 Tourists visiting the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site can view the natural beauty of …
1.1.7 A document required when purchasing foreign currency before departing on an overseas holiday.
1.1.8 This icon is located in …
1.1.9 The time and date in Moscow, Russia (+4) when it is 09:00 on 1 January in New York, USA (-5).
1.1.10 … will contribute to the safety at an attraction.
1.1.11 The term used when referring to daily changes in the value of currencies:
1.1.12 Measures taken by a tourism business to address bad customer service will contribute to …
1.1.13 The image below represents the … pillar of sustainable tourism.
1.1.14 An unforeseen occurrence that caused massive destruction in Australia during 2019 and 2020:
1.1.15 Staff members from the Grand West Casino in Cape Town took time off their busy schedules to do repairs and renovations to the nearby SOS Children’s Village to make the buildings a little better for all who live at the children’s home. This is an example of …
1.1.16 Regarded as South Africa’s top African land travel markets:
1.1.17 A traveller who must catch a second flight en route to his/her final destination is said to be … while waiting at the airport.
1.1.18 The procedure followed in the collection of the 1% tourism levy:
1.1.19 Narcotic substances, for personal use, are regarded as … by SARS.
1.1.20 Construction, and specifically its roof’s design, makes this architectural masterpiece a welcome sight to visitors:
1.2 Choose the name of a world icon provided in the list below that best fits the location indicated on the world map. Write only the name of the world icon next to the question numbers (1.2.1–1.2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.
The Sphinx; Floating Markets; Mount Fuji; The Great Wall of China; Mount Everest; Berlin Wall; Tower Bridge; Taj Mahal; The Red Square |
(5 x 1) (5)
1.3 Choose the correct word(s) from those given in brackets. Write only the word(s) next to the question numbers (1.3.1–1.3.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.3.1 A traveller visiting Central Africa can be vaccinated against (yellow fever/cholera) to prevent infection.
1.3.2 International travellers should (keep their passports in their check- in luggage for safekeeping/place copies of their passports in their check-in luggage).
1.3.3 A tourist destination wanting to attract environmentally conscious tourists should market on (www.info.gov.za/ www.greenglobe.com).
1.3.4 Architects designing an environmentally friendly hotel should consider (including big windows in the rooms/installing air conditioners in rooms).
1.3.5 The two most expensive items when compiling a tour budget are (accommodation and meals/transport and accommodation). (5 x 1) (5)
1.4 Choose a word(s) from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–G) next to the question numbers (1.4.1–1.4.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.4.6 H.
COLUMN A | COLUMN B | ||
1.4.1 | A transaction that takes place over a computerised network, either among accounts at the same bank or to different accounts at separate financial institutions | A | Indaba |
1.4.2 | A marketing drive to promote South Africa and the southern African region to the world | B | EFT |
1.4.3 | The world’s largest electronic payment messaging system used by banks to communicate payment instructions to each other | C | Travel Wallet |
1.4.4 | A cheque which you can buy from a bank in order to pay someone who is not willing to accept a personal cheque | D | Getaway Show |
1.4.5 | The leading consumer, travel, outdoor and adventure show in South Africa | E | ITB |
F | SWIFT | ||
G | Bank draft |
(5 x 1) (5)
1.5 Connect the internet related travel application portrayed in the images below with the functions given. Write only the question numbers (1.5.1–1.5.5) and the correct answer, for example 1.5.6 F.
1.5.1 Provides directions and information on road works, places of interest and rest stops along the chosen route.
1.5.2 Gives up to date information about flights, their status and check- in times.
1.5.3 A smart phone application that provides the user with up to date information about global diseases.
1.5.4 Offers a virtual tour of the destination.
1.5.5 Allows travellers the opportunity to obtain reviews about hotels, restaurants and destinations. (5 x 1) (5)
TOTAL SECTION A: 40
SECTION B: MAP WORK AND TOUR PLANNING; FOREIGN EXCHANGE
QUESTION 2
2.1 Study the World Time Zone Map below, read the information about the Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan and answer the questions that follow.
2.1.1 In South Africa, many rugby fans watched the Rugby World Cup final played on 2 November in Yokohama, Japan. The starting time of this match was 18:00 (Japan local time). Calculate the time that the rugby fans in South Africa had to switch on their television sets to watch the rugby match.
Show ALL calculations. (3)
2.1.2 Calculate the arrival time and date of the England rugby team at Narita International Airport in Tokyo, Japan. Remember that England was not practicing Daylight Savings Time at the time of the flight given on the itinerary. Show ALL calculations. (6)
2.1.3 Calculate the departure time and date of the New Zealand rugby team from Auckland International Airport, New Zealand. Remember that New Zealand was practicing Daylight Savings Time at the time of the flight given on the itinerary. Show ALL calculations. (6)
2.1.4 Consider the travel related information provided when answering the following questions.
2.1.5 Identify ONE document that the South African rugby team had to produce when applying for their visa to enter Japan. (2)
2.1.6 In a short paragraph explain to travellers entering South Africa what they can expect to encounter at customs control. (3 x 2) (6)
2.2 Use the information and images to answer the following questions.
In a recent partnership, the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) joined up with Waze, the world's largest community-based traffic and navigation application (app designed to help travellers to find direction), to guide travellers to all tourism graded establishments. [S ource: www.southafrica.net] |
2.2.1 State ONE requirement for a traveller wanting to use the Waze app. (2)
2.2.2 Deduce ONE advantage for the TGCSA of travellers using the Waze app. (2)
2.2.3 Suggest ONE way in which the Waze app can assist (help) travellers with tour planning. (2)
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QUESTION 3
Use the forex information given to answer the questions.
3.1 Mr Dlamini, a businessman from King William’s Town, Eastern Cape is going on a business trip to Paris, France. He has R22 500,00 to exchange before he leaves for his trip. Calculate the amount of foreign currency that he will receive.
NOTE: Round off your answer to TWO decimal places.
Show ALL the steps of your calculation. (3)
3.2 Mr and Mrs Felix from Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape are going to visit their children in New York, United States of America. They want to exchange R37 800,00 before they leave South Africa. Calculate the amount of foreign currency that they will receive.
NOTE: Round off your answer to TWO decimal places.
Show ALL the steps of your calculation. (3)
3.3 Thando and Johnathan from East London, Eastern Cape are friends who have been on a tour to the United Kingdom. On their return they have
£17 to exchange for South African rand. Calculate the amount of rand that they will receive.
NOTE: Round off your answer to TWO decimal places.
Show ALL the steps of your calculation. (3)
3.4 Study the image and answer the questions.
3.4.1 State the meaning of the abbreviation, ‘GDP’. (1)
3.4.2 Explain the link portrayed by the puzzle pieces in the image between the South African GDP and the South African economy. (2)
3.4.3 Discuss the effect portrayed in the image of the declining value of the Rand on international inbound tourism. (2 x 2) (4)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 50
SECTION C:
TOURISM ATTRACTIONS; CULTURAL AND HERITAGE TOURISM; MARKETING
QUESTION 4
4.1 Study the images of the world icons and answer the questions that follow.
4.1.1 Give the names of the icons labelled C, D and E. (3 x 1) (3)
4.1.2 Name the city in which the icon labelled F is located. (1)
4.1.3
4.2 Study the information on Machu Picchu and answer the questions that follow.
4.2.1 Name the country in which Machu Picchu is located. (1)
4.2.2 Explain ONE reason for the introduction of new rules for 2020 by making reference to the icon’s visitor statistics. (2)
4.2.3 Identify TWO items that have been prohibited in order to improve the flow of visitors at the site. (2 x 2) (4)
4.2.4
Machu Picchu is one of world’s most iconic archeological sites. There is, however, major concern over the impact of tourism on the preservation of Machu Picchu. |
Write a paragraph discussing FOUR ways in which the new rules will minimise (lessen) the visitor impact on the environment. (4 x 2) (8)
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QUESTION 5
Study the information on World Heritage Sites in South Africa and answer the questions that follow.
5.1 Identify the World Heritage Sites, recorded as cultural landscapes on the UNESCO World Heritage List, labelled A and B. (2 x 2) (4)
5.2 The World Heritage Sites labelled A and B have both met the requirements of UNESCO criterion (v).
UNESCO CRITERION (v): “To be an outstanding example of a traditional human settlement, land-use, or sea-use which is representative of a culture (or cultures), or human interaction with the environment especially when it has become vulnerable under the impact of irreversible change.” |
5.2.1 Identify the natural occurrence that led to the decline of the cultural settlement in the World Heritage site labelled A. (2)
5.2.2 Refer to the World Heritage Site labelled B:
Explain TWO methods that the San people use to exploit scarce resources in an extremely hostile environment, as was practised by their ancestors over thousands of years. (2 x 2) (4)
5.3
UNESCO regards the granting of a mining licence for coal 5 km from the boundary of the World Heritage Site labelled A as a threat. Plans to resume coal mining operations have been suspended and it is uncertain when mining operations will resume. |
Suggest ONE negative impact of mining operations on the future of the site. (2)
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QUESTION 6
Study the extract below and answer the questions that follow.
6.1 Identify the marketing platform selected by SATourism to involve Australian and New Zealand travel agents in its training game competition. (2)
6.2 Explain how the SATourism marketing campaign could contribute to an increase in Australian and New Zealand visitors to South Africa. (3 x 2) (6)
6.3 Determine TWO core functions of SATourism that have been achieved with this marketing campaign. (2 x 2) (4)
6.4 Discuss how SATourism has incorporated branding to boost the marketing campaign. (2)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 50
SECTION D: SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
QUESTION 7
7.1 Study the extract below and answer the questions that follow.
7.1.1 Identify the beneficiary by giving the correct letter, labelled A, B, C or D, that proves that Tourvest upholds the following pillars of sustainable tourism:
7.1.2 Suggest ONE way by which Afrika Tikkun’s Career Readiness Programme could enable learners to enjoy a brighter future.(2)
7.2 Study the brochure and answer the questions that follow.
7.2.1 Identify TWO activities that visitors to !Khwa ttu could enjoy during their visit. (2 x 2) (4)
7.2.2 List TWO Fair Trade principles that the management of !Khwa ttu could observe (follow) in their dealings with San artists and craftsmen. (2 x 2) (4)
7.2.3 Discuss THREE ways by which the San people involved with !Khwa ttu can earn an income to improve their quality of life. (3 x 2) (6)
7.2.4 Suggest TWO strategies (plans) that the management of !Khwa ttu could introduce to:
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TOTAL SECTION D: 30
SECTION E:
DOMESTIC, REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL TOURISM; COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER CARE
QUESTION 8
8.1 Study the extract and pictures below and answer the questions that follow.
8.1.1 Classify the political situation example in the extract above. (2)
8.1.2 Discuss FOUR consequences of the political situation that led to the newspaper headline, ‘Hotels in Hong Kong suffer cancellations and a drop in bookings’. (4 x 2) (8)
8.1.3 Suggest ONE other measure, apart from dropping room rates that the Hong Kong hotel industry could introduce to overcome the negative economic impact of the political situation. (2)
8.2 Study the statistics below and answer the questions that follow.
8.2.1 Identify the regions that indicated (showed) that more than half of the tourists’ main purpose for visiting South Africa was for holiday. (4 x 1) (4)
8.2.2 Discuss ONE factor (reason) that contributed to the Asian region, in particular China, outperforming all other overseas markets in terms of business travel to South Africa in 2018. (2)
8.2.3 Explain the value of statistics for the tourism industry. (2)
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QUESTION 9
Study the flow diagram on customer feedback and answer the questions.
9.1 Identify the method used by ABC Hotel to obtain feedback from their guests. (2)
9.2 Describe the leading guest complaint on poor service delivery, identified by the management of ABC Hotel, after an analysis of the feedback data. (2)
9.3 Suggest THREE strategies that the management of ABC Hotel should put into action to address the feedback received from their guests. (3 x 2) (6)
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TOTAL SECTION E: 30
GRAND TOTAL: 200