POST UTME ESUT 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta is a region of Nigeria that is characterized by a low-lying coastal plain. Which of the following is a feature of the Niger Delta?
A. It is a region of high rainfall
B. It is a region of low rainfall
C. It is a region of high temperature
D. It is a region of low temperature
Question 2
The following diagram shows a cross-section of a river delta. What is the primary reason for the formation of this landform?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Deposition of sediment
C. Erosion of the coastline
D. Volcanic activity
Question 3
The following table shows the average temperature and precipitation levels for different climate zones. Which zone is characterized by high temperatures and low precipitation?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Polar tundra
Question 4
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. Which of the following is a major factor contributing to this population growth?
A. High fertility rate
B. Low mortality rate
C. Urbanization
D. Migration
Question 5
The economic activity that involves the extraction of fossil fuels from the earth is known as:
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
C. Manufacturing
D. Tourism
Question 6
The Jos Plateau is a region of significant geological interest in Nigeria. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Jos Plateau?
A. Volcanic origin
B. Fault-block origin
C. Fold origin
D. Denudational origin
Question 7
The diagram below shows a geological map of a region. What is the name of the rock formation labeled 'C'?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated
Question 8
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 9
The following diagram shows a cross-section of a mountain range. What is the primary reason for the formation of this landform?
A. Volcanic activity
B. Plate tectonics
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Glacial activity
Question 10
A diagram of the population pyramid of Nigeria shows a region with a high population growth rate and a young population. Analyze the relationship between population growth rate and population structure in this region. Discuss the impact of population growth on economic development and propose measures to manage population growth.
A. Population growth rate is directly proportional to population structure.
B. A young population is a result of high fertility rates.
C. Population growth has a positive impact on economic development.
D. Population growth can be managed through family planning programs.
Question 11
The process of weathering that involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments due to the expansion and contraction of water within the rock's pores is known as:
A. Mechanical weathering
B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering
Question 12
The following table shows the average temperature and precipitation levels for different climate zones. Which zone is characterized by low temperatures and high precipitation?
A. Tropical rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate grassland
D. Polar tundra
Question 13
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the price of a commodity and the quantity demanded. What is the slope of the demand curve?
A. -2
B. -1
C. 1
D. 2
Question 14
A river's discharge is affected by its slope, which in turn is influenced by the surrounding topography. What is the primary factor that determines the slope of a river?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Erosion rate
C. Water volume
D. Channel length
Question 15
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the depositional action of the river?
A. A delta
B. A meandering river
C. Oxygen
D. A waterfall

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