POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2018 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 this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
Correct C. River erosion and deposition
D. Sea level rise

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
A soil profile in the savanna region of Nigeria shows a distinct layer of laterite. What is the primary cause of this layer?
Correct A. Weathering of rocks
B. Erosion of soil
C. Deposition of sediments
D. Leaching of nutrients

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers. Which layer is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
Correct B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
A map of Nigeria shows a region with a high concentration of vegetation. What type of climate is this region likely to have?
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Temperate forest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A diagram of the solar system shows the planets in our solar system. Which planet is known for having the most moons?
Correct A. Jupiter
B. Saturn
C. Uranus
D. Neptune

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
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
Correct B. Chemical weathering
C. Physical weathering
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a deltaic deposit. Identify the type of delta represented:
Correct A. Bird's foot delta
B. Cuspate delta
C. Arcuate delta
D. Tectonic delta

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The economic importance of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria can be attributed to its rich deposits of:
Correct A. Oil and natural gas
B. Coal and iron ore
C. Copper and gold
D. Diamonds and platinum

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The process of plate tectonics that involves the movement of the Earth's lithosphere is known as:
A. Continental drift
B. Sea-floor spreading
C. Subduction
Correct D. Convection currents

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the type of vegetation in a region. Identify the type of vegetation represented by the shaded area:
Correct A. Tropical rainforest
B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Temperate rainforest

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of the Earth's atmosphere. Which of the following layers is responsible for absorbing most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
Correct D. Ozone Layer

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The diagram below shows a map of the Niger Delta region. Which of the following rivers flows through the city of Port Harcourt?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Port Harcourt
C. Niger Delta
D. Atlantic Ocean

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a soil profile. Which of the following soil horizons is characterized by the presence of organic matter?
Correct A. O Horizon
B. A Horizon
C. B Horizon
D. C Horizon

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a map of the Earth's surface. Which of the following landforms is characterized by a flat or gently sloping surface?
A. Plateau
Correct B. Plain
C. Mountain
D. Valley

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a rock layer. Which of the following rock types is characterized by the presence of minerals such as quartz and feldspar?
Correct A. Igneous Rock
B. Sedimentary Rock
C. Metamorphic Rock
D. Granite

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of 'population momentum' is closely related to which of the following demographic transition models?
A. First demographic transition
B. Second demographic transition
Correct C. Third demographic transition
D. Fourth demographic transition

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
A river with a high gradient and a narrow valley is likely to have which of the following landforms at its mouth?
A. Delta
B. Estuary
Correct C. Fjord
D. Distributary

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The process of plate tectonics that results in the formation of a mountain range is known as?
A. Continental drift
B. Sea-floor spreading
Correct C. Orogenesis
D. Weathering

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
A map projection that preserves angles and shapes is known as?
Correct A. Gall-Peters projection
B. Mercator projection
C. Robinson projection
D. Azimuthal equidistant projection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The economic activity that is most closely associated with the Niger Delta region of Nigeria is?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil production
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's erosional activity?
A. A meander
B. A waterfall
Correct C. A delta
D. A canyon

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's population distribution. Which of the following regions has the highest population density?
A. North-Central
Correct B. South-West
C. North-East
D. South-South

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a rock formation. Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of the rock?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
Correct C. Metamorphic
D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's economic activities. Which of the following regions is the largest producer of crude oil?
Correct A. South-South
B. North-Central
C. North-East
D. South-West

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of the river's depositional activity?
A. A delta
B. A meander
Correct C. A canyon
D. A waterfall

Correct Answer: C

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