| Date | May 2017 | Marks available | 4 | Reference code | 17M.2.bp.9 |
| Level | SL and HL | Paper | 2 | Time zone | |
| Command term | Explain | Question number | 9 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
The table shows the world’s fifteen most visited cities in 2013.
Describe the global pattern of the most visited cities.
State the median value of visitor numbers in 2013.
Outline what is meant by the term “ecotourism”.
Explain one strength and one weakness of ecotourism for local communities.
For one named national sports league, examine the relationship between the location of its teams and the places where their supporters live.
Markscheme
Award [1] mark for each of the following, up to [3]:
• concentrated in Asia and Europe
• only one in North America
• none in Africa/South America/Australia
• other valid statements, including MEDCs.
9.20 (million)
Award a maximum of [2] marks for any two of the following:
Ecotourism is defined as responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment [1], sustains the well-being of the local people / is sustainable [1], and involves interpretation and education [1].
The strategies should focus on the need to protect the natural environment, and the economic and social development of local communities.
Award [1] for each strength/weakness, and [1] for further development/ exemplification in each case.
For example:
Strength: Responsible ecotourism provides jobs for local people [1], eg guides in Kenya [1].
Weakness: Limited potential for growth [1] because of likely commercialization of the traditional culture [1].
National Leagues that could be discussed include NFL (North America), Barclays Premier League (UK), ANL (Australia), ICL (India)
Good responses may examine what is meant by the relationship in terms of concepts, such as hierarchy and range, and may provide illustrative support. Another approach might be to examine temporal changes in the relationship
linked to changing technology, globalization of sport, and so on.
Responses at band D will describe the location and residence of supporters of teams in the named sports league.
For band E, expect either more detailed explanation of where supporters of team reside, or a structured examination of the relationship using geographical concepts or addressing temporal/spatial changes.
For band F, expect both of these elements.
Marks should be allocated according to the markbands.
