Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · International transport

International transport — practice question

(a(i))[1]

Which employment sector accounts for the greatest proportion of Pakistan's labour force across these years?

(a(ii))[2]

Tourism is itself a service industry. Name two further service industries.

(a(iii))[3]

A. What percentage of visitors entering Pakistan was classified as tourists? B. What was the total number of visitors entering Pakistan? C. Suggest one reason why more people visited relatives than travelled to Pakistan as tourists.

(b(i))[3]

Using the photographs and your own knowledge, describe the difficulties involved in providing air transport in the northern regions of Pakistan.

(b(ii))[4]

Explain the advantages to Pakistan, as a developing country, of adding more air transport routes.

(c(i))[2]

Name or describe a road border crossing between Pakistan and a neighbouring country. Which country is linked to Pakistan by this road?

(c(ii))[4]

How useful is the border crossing you have named or described in (i) for trade? Give reasons for your answer.

(d)[6]

Read the following two views: 'Pakistan would benefit from stronger trade links with China.' 'There are more advantages to Pakistan in maintaining trade with EU (European Union) countries.' Which view do you agree with more? Give reasons and refer to places or examples you have studied to support your answer.

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