POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the likely effect of the river's meandering on the surrounding landscape?
Correct A. The river's meandering will lead to the formation of oxbow lakes.
B. The river's meandering will result in the creation of new floodplains.
C. The river's meandering will cause the surrounding landscape to become more rugged.
D. The river's meandering will lead to the formation of waterfalls.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
What is the primary factor that determines the formation of a soil's texture?
A. The amount of organic matter present in the soil.
Correct B. The size and shape of the soil particles.
C. The pH level of the soil.
D. The amount of water present in the soil.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's major rivers. Which river is the longest?
Correct A. The Niger River.
B. The Benue River.
C. The Kano River.
D. The Sokoto River.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
What is the term for the process by which the Earth's plates move apart?
A. Plate convergence.
Correct B. Plate divergence.
C. Plate subduction.
D. Plate collision.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. What is the likely effect of the mountain's uplift on the surrounding landscape?
A. The mountain's uplift will lead to the formation of a new river.
B. The mountain's uplift will result in the creation of new floodplains.
Correct C. The mountain's uplift will cause the surrounding landscape to become more rugged.
D. The mountain's uplift will lead to the formation of waterfalls.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Identify the type of landform that is likely to be formed at point X.
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Alluvial Fan

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A rock sample has a density of 2.5 g/cm³ and a volume of 10 cm³. Calculate the mass of the rock sample.
A. 25 g
Correct B. 50 g
C. 75 g
D. 100 g

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria. Identify the location of the Niger Delta.
Correct A. South-South
B. South-East
C. North-Central
D. North-West

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
A farmer in a tropical region is considering planting a crop of maize. The average temperature in the region is 25°C, and the average rainfall is 800 mm/year. What type of climate does this region have?
Correct A. Tropical Savanna
B. Tropical Rainforest
C. Desert
D. Temperate Grassland

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a hill. Identify the type of landform that is likely to be formed at point Y.
A. Butte
Correct B. Cuesta
C. Monocline
D. Syncline

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
A map projection is a representation of the Earth's surface on a flat surface. Which of the following map projections is known for preserving angles and shapes?
A. Mercator Projection
Correct B. Gall-Peters Projection
C. Robinson Projection
D. Azimuthal Equidistant Projection

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles. Which of the following is a type of rock that is resistant to weathering?
Correct A. Granite
B. Sandstone
C. Shale
D. Limestone

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The Niger Delta is a major economic region in Nigeria. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and Gas
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The process of soil erosion involves the removal of soil particles from one location to another. Which of the following is a major cause of soil erosion?
Correct A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Urbanization
D. Climate Change

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The process of landform development involves the creation of new landforms through geological processes. Which of the following is a type of landform that is formed through the movement of glaciers?
A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Mountain
Correct D. U-shaped Valley

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The process of internal landform development involves the creation of new landforms through geological processes. Which of the following is a type of landform that is formed through the movement of tectonic plates?
A. Volcano
Correct B. Mountain
C. Valley
D. Plateau

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The process of external landform development involves the creation of new landforms through external geological processes. Which of the following is a type of landform that is formed through the action of wind?
Correct A. Dune
B. Valley
C. Mountain
D. Plateau

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles. Which of the following is a type of rock that is rich in nutrients?
A. Granite
B. Sandstone
Correct C. Shale
D. Limestone

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The Niger Delta is a major economic region in Nigeria. Which of the following is a major economic activity in the Niger Delta?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and Gas
D. Manufacturing

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The process of internal landform development involves the creation of new landforms through geological processes. Which of the following is a type of landform that is formed through the movement of tectonic plates?
A. Volcano
Correct B. Mountain
C. Valley
D. Plateau

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The savannas of West Africa are characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary factor responsible for this seasonal variation?
A. Latitude
B. Altitude
Correct C. Precipitation patterns
D. Temperature gradients

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
A river flowing through a region of hard, resistant rocks will likely exhibit which of the following landforms?
A. Meandering
B. Straight
Correct C. Canyon
D. Delta

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The formation of soil is influenced by several factors, including climate, vegetation, and topography. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
A. Climate
B. Vegetation
C. Topography
Correct D. Gravity

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The Niger Delta is a region of significant economic importance in Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity that takes place in this region?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and gas production
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
A map showing the distribution of population density in Nigeria would likely exhibit which of the following characteristics?
A. High population density in the north
Correct B. High population density in the south
C. Equal population density throughout the country
D. No population density variation

Correct Answer: B

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