POST UTME SUMMIT UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a map of a river system. Which of the following features is NOT part of the river system?
A. Delta
B. Source
C. River mouth
D. Mountain
Question 2
The climate of Nigeria can be broadly classified into two main types: the Sudanian and the Guinea savanna. Which of the following regions in Nigeria falls within the Sudanian climate zone?
A. North-Eastern Nigeria
B. North-Western Nigeria
C. South-Eastern Nigeria
D. South-Western Nigeria
Question 3
The diagram below shows the distribution of population in Africa. Which of the following countries has the highest population density?
A. Nigeria
B. Egypt
C. South Africa
D. Morocco
Question 4
The diagram below shows the process of population growth. Which of the following stages is responsible for the rapid increase in population?
A. Exponential growth
B. Linear growth
C. Stationary population
D. Declining population
Question 5
The concept of carrying capacity refers to the maximum number of individuals an environment can sustain. What is the primary factor influencing carrying capacity?
A. Population growth rate.
B. Availability of resources.
C. Environmental degradation.
D. Technological advancements.
Question 6
The diagram below shows the process of soil formation. Which of the following is NOT a stage in the process of soil formation?
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Photosynthesis
Question 7
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following map projections is best suited for representing the Earth's surface accurately?
A. Mercator Projection
B. Gall-Peters Projection
C. Robinson Projection
D. Azimuthal Equidistant Projection
Question 8
A map projection is a way of representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface. What is the primary advantage of the Mercator projection?
A. It preserves the shape and size of features accurately.
B. It is suitable for navigation and maritime purposes.
C. It is easy to create and understand.
D. It is widely used for educational purposes.
Question 9
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 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. What is the name of the landform labeled 'D'?
A. Mountain
B. Valley
C. Plateau
D. Hill
Question 11
Which of the following climate belts is characterized by high temperatures and high levels of rainfall throughout the year?
A. Tropical Rainforest
B. Desert
C. Temperate Grassland
D. Temperate Rainforest
Question 12
The diagram below shows a soil profile. Which of the following soil types is NOT present in the profile?
A. Clay
B. Silt
C. Sand
D. Loam
Question 13
The concept of environmental management is a measure of the protection and conservation of the natural environment. Which of the following strategies is used to manage environmental resources?
A. Sustainable Development
B. Conservation
C. Renewable Energy
D. Waste Management
Question 14
The process of weathering involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles. What is the primary type of weathering responsible for the formation of soil?
A. Mechanical weathering.
B. Chemical weathering.
C. Biological weathering.
D. Hydraulic weathering.
Question 15
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences the formation of high and low-pressure systems. What is the primary consequence of the Coriolis effect on global weather patterns?
A. The formation of hurricanes and typhoons is enhanced.
B. The movement of air masses is restricted to specific latitudes.
C. The development of high and low-pressure systems is hindered.
D. The distribution of precipitation is uniform across the globe.

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