Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 19 to 24.

TOURISTS, GO HOME

In Spain, there (19) ______ a lot of news about overtourism recently. Overtourism happens when too many tourists visit a place, causing problems for local people and the environment.

Many residents are unhappy because the high number of tourists makes their daily life difficult. Streets and public places become very crowded, and prices for things like food and rent (20) ______. The local people feel that their city is changing in ways they don’t like. Thousands of people in Spain are protesting against mass tourism. In Barcelona, residents have sprayed tourists in restaurants with water guns. On the island of Mallorca, 10,000 people went to the streets holding banners that read: “Enough is enough!” and “Mallorca is not for sale.”

To solve this problem, the government is (21) ______. They are trying to limit (22) ______ tourists in some popular areas and encouraging visitors to explore less-known places. (23) ______, some new rules are being introduced to protect the environment and reduce the impact of tourism.

Local businesses are also helping by promoting activities that respect the local culture and environment. For example, some tour companies are offering (24) ______ tours and working to support local traditions.

It is important to balance tourism with the needs of local communities. By making changes, Spain hopes to improve the situation for both residents and tourists.