POST UTME CHRISTOPHER UNIVERSITY 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for the formation of these waterways?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion by rivers
C. Deposition of sediments
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
The Jos Plateau in Nigeria is a region of volcanic origin. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Tourism
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa and flows through several countries, including Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the river's meandering course?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Erosion by rivers
C. Deposition of sediments
D. Glacial activity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The Ogun River in Nigeria is a major tributary of the Lagos Lagoon. What is the primary economic activity in the Ogun River basin?
Correct A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Tourism
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Benue Trough in Nigeria is a region of sedimentary origin. What is the primary economic activity in this region?
A. Agriculture
Correct B. Mining
C. Tourism
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
What is the primary factor controlling the distribution of vegetation in Nigeria?
A. Temperature
Correct B. Precipitation
C. Altitude
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
A map of Nigeria shows a region with a high concentration of oil deposits. Which of the following is a likely consequence of this?
A. Increased agricultural production
B. Higher population density
C. More infrastructure development
Correct D. Environmental degradation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Niger Delta. What is the primary reason for the formation of this feature?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Erosion
Correct C. Deposition
D. Volcanic activity

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The graph below shows the relationship between temperature and precipitation in Nigeria. What is the primary conclusion that can be drawn from this graph?
A. There is a direct relationship between temperature and precipitation
Correct B. There is an inverse relationship between temperature and precipitation
C. There is no relationship between temperature and precipitation
D. The relationship between temperature and precipitation is complex

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Jos Plateau. What is the primary reason for the formation of this feature?
A. Tectonic activity
Correct B. Volcanic activity
C. Erosion
D. Deposition

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks and the accumulation of organic matter is known as _______.
A. Erosion
B. Deposition
Correct C. Pedogenesis
D. Denudation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The diagram below shows the water cycle. Which process is represented by the arrow pointing from the ocean to the atmosphere?
Correct A. Evaporation
B. Condensation
C. Precipitation
D. Runoff

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The population of a city is increasing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 115,000
C. 120,000
Correct D. 125,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the river?
A. Winding course
B. Meandering course
Correct C. Straight course
D. Tributary

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The table below shows the production of a certain commodity over a period of 5 years. What is the average annual production?
A. 10,000
Correct B. 12,000
C. 15,000
D. 18,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The process of soil formation through the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles is known as
Correct A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The diagram below shows the different climate belts of the Earth. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Tropical Rainforest climate?
A. High temperatures throughout the year
B. High levels of rainfall
C. High levels of humidity
Correct D. Seasonal variations in temperature

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The Earth's rotation causes the following phenomenon
Correct A. Tides
B. Seasonal variations in temperature
C. Wind patterns
D. Ocean currents

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The diagram below shows the different types of landforms. Which of the following is NOT a type of landform?
A. Mountain
B. Valley
C. Plateau
Correct D. River

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The diagram below shows the different types of environmental issues. Which of the following is NOT a type of environmental issue?
A. Pollution
B. Deforestation
C. Climate change
Correct D. Overpopulation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. Which of the following factors is NOT a determinant of carrying capacity?
A. Availability of food resources
B. Predation pressure
C. Disease prevalence
Correct D. Climate change

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river. Which of the following types of landforms is NOT typically associated with this type of river?
A. Meandering
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
Correct D. Canyon

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The concept of 'sustainable development' in environmental management refers to the ability of a system to maintain its ecological integrity while meeting the needs of its inhabitants. Which of the following strategies is NOT a key component of sustainable development?
A. Conservation of natural resources
B. Reduction of waste
Correct C. Increased consumption of non-renewable energy sources
D. Implementation of recycling programs

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a map of the solar system. Which of the following planets is NOT a gas giant?
A. Jupiter
B. Saturn
C. Uranus
Correct D. Mercury

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The concept of 'geographic information systems' (GIS) refers to the use of computer-based tools to analyze and display geographically referenced data. Which of the following applications of GIS is NOT a common use?
A. Urban planning
B. Environmental monitoring
Correct C. Social network analysis
D. Economic forecasting

Correct Answer: C

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