International airline terminals fill the gates at Kennedy Airport; passengers board a jet; a jet takes off from a runway

The video discusses the increasing ease and frequency of international travel, highlighting how destinations that once took days to reach are now accessible within hours. This has led to a significant rise in the number of Americans traveling abroad, which in turn has impacted the US economy by creating a deficit in the balance of payments. In 1967, American tourists spent $2 billion more overseas than foreign visitors spent in the US, putting pressure on the previously strong post-war economic position.

What has made international travel more accessible for Americans?

• More vacation days

• Increased passport issuance

• Faster aircraft

• Cheaper flight tickets

Which continents are mentioned as frequent destinations for American travelers?

• Africa, Antarctica, Asia, South America

• Europe, Africa, Australia, South America

• Europe, Australia, Asia, North America

• Europe, Africa, Asia, South America

What is the trend in the number of Americans traveling abroad?

• It is decreasing

• It remains constant

• It is increasing

• It fluctuates unpredictably

In 1967, how much more did American tourists spend overseas compared to foreign visitors in the U.S.?

• $4 billion

• $3 billion

• $2 billion

• $1 billion

What has happened to America's balance of payments position due to increased overseas spending?

• It has become more secure

• It has remained stable

• It has become vulnerable

• It has improved significantly