paraphrase: | They are blamed for everything from prostitution to environmental degradation. |
explain: | ... they are not well informed and want a short ‘wow’ factor. |
translate: | Yet tourism may in fact be the true salvation of humankind’s cultural heritage. |
translate: | The effect can be seen across the globe, rescuing traditional cities and cultures from the brink of extinction. |
paraphrase: | In Latin America interest in cultural and ecological tourism has been on the rise in recent years. |
explain: | Their dollars have kept young indigenous women interested in learning the specialized craft of weaving. |
translate: | Indigenous artisanry forms an important part of the Guatemalan touristic product. |
paraphrase: | Indeed, the souvenir trade can keep fading cultures alive. |
translate: | ... the highlander tradition of making smoked sheep cheese... has earned a new lease on life thanks to tourists’ desire for unforgettable souvenirs. |
paraphrase: | Now, as travellers grow both wealthier and more socially and environmentally aware, they are increasingly concerned that their good times have a good impact. |
explain: | There is definitely a growing market of globally caring tourists. |
explain: | Catering to tourist whims provides a quick education for entrepreneurs from the little boys pushing post cards, to the people who run small travel agencies, bed-and-breakfasts and coffee shops. |
translate: | For developed countries, tourism can help maintain a healthy competitive edge. |
paraphrase: | ... and in the process nearly fell off the tourist map. |
14. Answer the teacher’s questions.
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