POST UTME UNILAG 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
What is the name of the largest city in Nigeria, located in the southwestern part of the country?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Ibadan
D. Kano
Question 2
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa. What is the approximate distance from the source to the mouth of the Niger River?
A. 4,100 km
B. 4,500 km
C. 5,000 km
D. 5,500 km
Question 3
The diagram below shows a population pyramid. Which of the following is a characteristic of a population with a high birth rate?
A. A large number of young people
B. A small number of old people
C. A high death rate
D. A low population size
Question 4
What is the primary mechanism of soil erosion in areas with high rainfall?
A. Water runoff
B. Wind erosion
C. Sheet erosion
D. Gully erosion
Question 5
The formation of a delta is primarily influenced by the interaction between the river's discharge and the surrounding landscape. Which of the following factors is most significant in determining the shape and size of a delta?
A. River discharge
B. Tectonic activity
C. Sea level rise
D. Climate change
Question 6
Using the formula for the area of a circle, ( A = pi r^2 ), calculate the area of a circle with a radius of 5 cm.
A. 25π cm^2
B. 50π cm^2
C. 75π cm^2
D. 100π cm^2
Question 7
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. Which of the following regions is NOT a major agricultural producer?
A. North-West
B. North-East
C. South-West
D. South-East
Question 8
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers. Which layer is responsible for absorbing the majority of the sun's ultraviolet radiation?
A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere
Question 9
A hydrologist is studying the flow of water in a river. Which of the following factors is most significant in determining the velocity of the water?
A. River discharge
B. Channel slope
C. Water depth
D. River width
Question 10
The concept of population density is used to measure the number of people per unit area. What is the formula for calculating population density?
A. Population density = (Population ÷ Area)
B. Population density = (Area ÷ Population)
C. Population density = (Population × Area)
D. Population density = (Area ÷ Population × Area)
Question 11
A diagram shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following features is most likely to be found in the valley?
A. A meandering river
B. A waterfall
C. A delta
D. A lake
Question 12
A recent study on the impact of deforestation on soil erosion in a tropical region revealed that the rate of soil erosion increased by 25% after the removal of tree cover. What is the most likely explanation for this increase in soil erosion?
A. Increased runoff
B. Reduced vegetation cover
C. Soil compaction
D. Climate change
Question 13
What is the economic importance of the Jos Plateau in Nigeria?
A. It is a major producer of agricultural products
B. It is a major producer of minerals
C. It is a major producer of natural gas
D. It is a major producer of oil
Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
A. River valley
B. Delta
C. Estuary
D. Floodplain
Question 15
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT typically found in a river valley?
A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Hill
D. Mountain

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