POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
A company is considering the construction of a new dam in a region with a high level of soil erosion. Analyze the potential environmental impacts of the dam and recommend strategies for mitigating these impacts.
A. The dam will have a significant impact on the local ecosystem, leading to soil erosion and water pollution.
B. The dam can be designed to minimize its environmental impact, using strategies such as soil conservation and waste management.
C. The region's soil erosion is a natural process that cannot be mitigated by human activity.
D. The dam will have a positive impact on the local ecosystem, leading to increased biodiversity and soil fertility.
Question 2
The diagram below represents a map of a country's climate zones. Which of the following is a characteristic of the tropical rainforest climate zone?
A. It has a high level of rainfall throughout the year
B. It has a dry season during the winter months
C. It has a cool temperature throughout the year
D. It has a hot temperature throughout the year
Question 3
What is the environmental impact of industrial activities in Nigeria?
A. Pollution of water bodies
B. Deforestation
C. Soil erosion
D. All of the above
Question 4
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a delta. Identify the type of delta.
A. Bird's Foot Delta
B. Cuspate Delta
C. Arcuate Delta
D. Tectonic Delta
Question 5
A diagram of a soil profile showing the A, B, and C horizons is provided. Which of the following processes is most likely responsible for the formation of the C horizon?
A. Leaching
B. Weathering
C. Erosion
D. Deposition
Question 6
The population growth rate of Nigeria is influenced by the following factors EXCEPT:
A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
C. High standard of living
D. High rate of emigration
Question 7
A map shows a series of parallel ridges and valleys in a mountain range. What type of landform is this likely to be?
A. Fold mountains
B. Block mountains
C. Volcanic mountains
D. Dome mountains
Question 8
What is the primary cause of soil erosion in Nigeria?
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Urbanization
D. Climate Change
Question 9
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth. Identify the stage of population growth.
A. Exponential Growth
B. Logarithmic Growth
C. Saturated Growth
D. Declining Growth
Question 10
What is the primary factor controlling the formation of soil catenas in the Nigerian savanna region?
A. Topography
B. Climate
C. Parent material
D. Vegetation
Question 11
Analyze the relationship between the formation of a delta and the sediment load of a river. Consider the factors that influence the development of a delta and the types of deltas that can form.
A. A delta forms when a river deposits sediment at its mouth, creating a landform that juts out into a body of water.
B. The sediment load of a river influences the type of delta that forms, with higher sediment loads resulting in more complex deltas.
C. The development of a delta is influenced by factors such as the river's discharge, sediment load, and the surrounding topography.
D. A delta can form in a variety of settings, including at the mouth of a river, where it meets the ocean or a lake.
Question 12
A river flowing through a region of high relief will likely exhibit which of the following characteristics?
A. High water velocity and low water depth
B. Low water velocity and high water depth
C. High water velocity and high water depth
D. Low water velocity and low water depth
Question 13
A diagram of a cross-section of a delta is provided. Which of the following features is most likely to be found in the foreland region?
A. A sandbar
B. A mudflat
C. A distributary channel
D. A deltaic lobe
Question 14
The table below shows the population growth of a city over a period of 10 years. What is the average annual growth rate?
A. 2.5%
B. 3.2%
C. 4.1%
D. 5.5%
Question 15
The process of soil formation involves the following stages EXCEPT:
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Leaching
D. Fermentation

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