Game Ranging Soft Skills Questions

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1 1 Module # 1 Component # 12

2 2 Sensitivity to the Environment & The Tracker Relationship QUESTION 1 List 4 points that should be taken into consideration when following buffalo in the dark. (4) QUESTION 2 (True / False). Dangerous game is likely to be even more dangerous at night. QUESTION 3 As a field guide, what three principle ways can one minimize your impact on the environment. (3) QUESTION 4 What rules should you adhere to with respect to spotlights and predators? (3) QUESTION 5 Which two species are likely to move away from a spotlight during a night drive? (2) QUESTION 6 What principle should you follow when making a request of your tracker? (2) QUESTION 7 Who has right of way on game reserve roads? (The game or the game drive vehicle) QUESTION 8 (True / False). Rangers tend to know more about the bush than their trackers. QUESTION 9 Explain why it is so important to use 4-wheel drive on heavy terrain with steep slopes. (3) QUESTION 10 What three aspects regarding spotlights and predators are essential to remember? (3) QUESTION 11 (True / False). In winter, with no rain, it is not important to be careful driving off road.

3 3 Ecotourism and Local Communities QUESTION 12 Differentiate tourism from ecotourism. (4) QUESTION 13 (True / False). Environmental auditing involves game counts. QUESTION 14 What two primary factors are placing a limitation on tourism in South Africa? (2) QUESTION 15 Discuss the principles underlying the concepts of ecotourism. (6) QUESTION 16 (True / False). Tourism may not always be self-sustaining. QUESTION 17 Provide a definition of Ecotourism. (3) QUESTION 18 List the three basic approaches to tourism (3) QUESTION 19 Describe two positive economic impacts that an ecotourism destination can impart on a neighboring community? (2) QUESTION 20 List one example of a perpetual resource. QUESTION 21 List 2 primary limitations on ecotourism in South Africa. (2) QUESTION 22 Define the term Sustainable Tourism. (2) QUESTION 23 List 2 possible positive and 2 possible negative results of tourist-resident impacts. (4) QUESTION 24 (True / False). Ecotourism planners should take careful regard of local children in their planning s.

4 4 Planning Game Drives and Bush Walks QUESTION 25 List 8 factors to consider when planning a game route (drive or walk) (4) QUESTION 26 What qualifications and experience does a guide need to conduct clients on foot in a Big Five reserve? (2) QUESTION 27 (True / False). The guest does not have final say in any game outing. QUESTION 28 What is the main point of etiquette when guiding a bush walk? (2) QUESTION 29 List five topics to cover during your introductory talk, before embarking on a game drive. (5) QUESTION 30 When planning a bush walk, which five aspects of the people factor need to be considered? (5) QUESTION 31 (True / False). Your tracker should never speak to your clients. QUESTION 32 (True / False). Your radio is the most important piece of equipment to have with you on a game drive.

5 5 Dealing with Guests & Communication QUESTION 33 List ten points of game drive etiquette (10) QUESTION 34 (True / False). The client is never wrong irrespective of the circumstance QUESTION 35 Define the term proactive as it relates to dealing with client needs. (3) QUESTION 36 List the most important S of the 12 S s of communication. QUESTION 37 List three points relevant to Dress Code as field guide. (3) QUESTION 38 What are the three skills for effective communication? (4) QUESTION 39 Describe a scenario that proves that the Guest is not always right. (3) QUESTION 40 Name and describe four of the 12 S s in the content of communication (4) QUESTION 41 Describe seven points of game drive etiquette. (7)

6 6 Working Within the Industry QUESTION 42 List 5 sacrifices you may have to make when entering the ecotourism business. (5) QUESTION 43 (True / False). There is opportunity for personal improvement whilst working in Ecotourism QUESTION 44 What is the association that field guides should belong to? (do not just give the acronym) QUESTION 45 Which province in South Africa holds the highest concentration of private game lodges? QUESTION 46 List four disadvantages of being employed as a field guide. (4) QUESTION 47 Name one world heritage site in South Africa. QUESTION 48 What does the acronym FGASA stand for? QUESTION 49 List three personal opportunities that you may have to forgo should you become a field guide. (3) QUESTION 50 List 4 attributes that you will need to become a successful and truly excellent field guide. (4)