POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2024 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic geography features. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Niger Delta region?
A. High population density
B. High levels of rainfall
C. High levels of erosion
Correct D. Low levels of industrialization

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
A soil profile is shown below. What is the likely cause of the soil erosion in this profile?
A. Overgrazing
Correct B. Deforestation
C. Poor agricultural practices
D. Climate change

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A map is shown below. What is the likely reason for the formation of the Niger River?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic activity
Correct C. Weathering and erosion
D. Plate tectonics

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A diagram of the Earth's solar system is shown below. What is the likely reason for the formation of the Earth's atmosphere?
Correct A. Volcanic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
C. Plate tectonics
D. Solar wind

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A graph is shown below. What is the likely reason for the increase in population growth rate in Nigeria?
A. Increase in fertility rate
Correct B. Decrease in mortality rate
C. Increase in life expectancy
D. Increase in population density

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of celestial bodies in the sky due to a phenomenon known as _______________
A. Precession
B. Nutation
Correct C. Aberration
D. Refraction

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The process of converting solar energy into chemical energy through the action of plants is known as _______________
Correct A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
C. Decomposition
D. Fermentation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The movement of tectonic plates is responsible for the formation of _______________
A. Mountains
B. Volcanoes
C. Earthquakes
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The process of removing impurities from water is known as _______________
A. Distillation
Correct B. Filtration
C. Boiling
D. Evaporation

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The movement of people from rural areas to urban areas is known as _______________
Correct A. Urbanization
B. Ruralization
C. Migration
D. Immigration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The population growth rate of Nigeria is influenced by the following factors EXCEPT:
A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
Correct C. High emigration rate
D. High immigration rate

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The diagram below shows the cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. River valley
B. Delta
C. Floodplain
D. Terrace

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The climate of the Sahel region of Nigeria is characterized by:
A. High rainfall and high temperature
Correct B. Low rainfall and high temperature
C. High rainfall and low temperature
D. Low rainfall and low temperature

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The formation of soil in Nigeria is influenced by the following factors EXCEPT:
A. Parent material
B. Climate
C. Topography
Correct D. Time

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The diagram below shows the vegetation belts of Nigeria. What is the name of the vegetation belt labeled 'B'?
A. Tropical rainforest
Correct B. Savanna
C. Desert
D. Mountain

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
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. The Niger Delta region is located in a region of high tectonic activity.
B. The Niger Delta region is a coastal plain with a low-lying terrain.
C. The Niger Delta region has a high rainfall intensity and a long rainy season.
Correct D. The Niger Delta region has a combination of fluvial and marine processes that have shaped its landscape.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
A population of 100,000 people is growing at a rate of 2% per annum. What is the population after 5 years?
A. 120,000
B. 110,000
Correct C. 130,000
D. 140,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. A meander
B. A oxbow lake
C. A floodplain
D. A delta

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers. What is the primary function of the stratosphere?
Correct A. To absorb ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
B. To regulate the Earth's temperature.
C. To protect the Earth from meteorites.
D. To facilitate the transmission of radio waves.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a simple harmonic motion. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. 2 m
Correct B. 4 m
C. 6 m
D. 8 m

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
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. Weathering and erosion
Correct C. Deposition and sedimentation
D. Human activities

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A farmer in the savanna region of Nigeria is concerned about soil erosion. What is the most effective method to prevent soil erosion in this region?
A. Terracing
Correct B. Contour farming
C. Crop rotation
D. Cover cropping

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
The population of Lagos State has been growing rapidly over the past decade. What is the primary reason for this rapid growth?
A. Natural increase
B. Net migration
C. Urbanization
Correct D. Rural-urban migration

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The climate of Nigeria is characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary reason for this seasonal variation?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Ocean currents
Correct D. Trade winds

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The vegetation of Nigeria is characterized by a variety of ecosystems. What is the primary reason for this diversity?
Correct A. Climate
B. Geology
C. Topography
D. Soil type

Correct Answer: A

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