POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2023 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture
B. Fishing
C. Mining
D. Tourism
Question 2
The Earth's magnetic field is generated by the movement of molten iron in the outer core. What is the primary mechanism responsible for this movement?
A. Thermal convection
B. Electromagnetic induction
C. Gravitational forces
D. Tidal forces
Question 3
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and the quantity demanded. Which of the following is a characteristic of the demand curve?
A. It slopes upward from left to right
B. It slopes downward from left to right
C. It is a straight line
D. It is a curve
Question 4
The concept of 'sustainable development' refers to the idea of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable development?
A. Economic growth at any cost
B. Environmental protection at any cost
C. Social equity and justice
D. Inter-generational equity
Question 5
The population of a city is increasing at a rate of 10% per annum. If the current population is 50,000, what will be the population after 3 years?
A. 60,000
B. 65,000
C. 70,000
D. 75,000
Question 6
The concept of 'Environmental Justice' emphasizes the disproportionate impact of environmental degradation on marginalized communities. Which of the following is a key principle of Environmental Justice?
A. The right to a healthy environment
B. The right to equal access to environmental resources
C. The right to participate in environmental decision-making
D. The right to compensation for environmental harm
Question 7
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the high level of sedimentation in the region?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Human activities such as deforestation and sand mining
C. High rainfall and runoff from surrounding hills
D. Sea level rise
Question 8
The diagram below represents a map of a region. Which of the following landforms is most likely to be formed by the process of glaciation?
A. A valley
B. A drumlin
C. A lake
D. A delta
Question 9
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Topography
C. Vegetation
D. Gravity
Question 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Meander
B. Valley
C. Delta
D. Oxygen
Question 11
The diagram below shows a graph of atmospheric pressure versus altitude. What is the term for the decrease in atmospheric pressure with an increase in altitude?
A. Barometric pressure
B. Atmospheric pressure
C. Hydrostatic pressure
D. Decrease in atmospheric pressure
Question 12
The diagram below shows a graph of the Earth's temperature versus time. What is the term for the gradual increase in the Earth's temperature over time?
A. Global warming
B. Climate change
C. Weathering
D. Erosion
Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the letter that represents the point where the river is widest:
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D
Question 14
The process of soil erosion involves the removal of soil particles from one location to another. Which of the following is a major cause of soil erosion?
A. Rainfall
B. Runoff
C. Wind
D. Gravity
Question 15
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. What is the primary consequence of the Coriolis effect on global climate?
A. The formation of high-pressure systems
B. The development of tropical cyclones
C. The creation of ocean currents
D. The distribution of precipitation patterns

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