POST UTME ESUT 2021 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis force, which in turn influences global atmospheric circulation patterns. What is the primary effect of the Coriolis force on global wind patterns?
A. Deflection of winds towards the equator
Correct B. Deflection of winds towards the poles
C. No effect on wind patterns
D. Increased wind speed

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A rock sample is collected from a sedimentary basin. What type of rock is most likely to be present in this sample?
A. Igneous
Correct B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria. What is the primary economic activity that drives the region's economy?
A. Agriculture
B. Mining
Correct C. Oil and gas production
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
A diagram of the Earth's climate zones is shown below. What is the primary characteristic of the tropical rainforest climate zone?
Correct A. High levels of precipitation throughout the year
B. Seasonal variation in precipitation
C. Low levels of precipitation throughout the year
D. No distinct seasons

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
A diagram of a simple hydraulic system is shown below. What is the primary function of the pump in this system?
Correct A. To increase the pressure of the fluid
B. To decrease the pressure of the fluid
C. To increase the flow rate of the fluid
D. To decrease the flow rate of the fluid

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
Using the concept of isostasy, explain why the Himalayan mountain range is still rising despite the fact that the Indian plate has already collided with the Eurasian plate.
A. The Indian plate is still moving towards the Eurasian plate.
B. The Himalayan mountain range is still rising due to the process of orogenesis.
Correct C. The weight of the Himalayan mountain range is still being compensated by the buoyancy of the mantle.
D. The Himalayan mountain range is still rising due to the process of erosion.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
A rock sample is collected from a location with a latitude of 20°N and a longitude of 80°E. If the rock sample is dated using the potassium-argon method, what is the approximate age of the rock sample in years?
A. 10,000 years
B. 50,000 years
C. 100,000 years
Correct D. 500,000 years

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
A map shows a river flowing through a valley with a slope of 1:100. If the river flows for 100 km, what is the total change in elevation of the river?
A. 100 m
B. 500 m
Correct C. 1000 m
D. 5000 m

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
A farmer in Nigeria wants to grow maize in a region with a mean annual rainfall of 800 mm. If the farmer wants to irrigate the crop, what is the minimum amount of water required to grow the crop?
A. 500 mm
Correct B. 1000 mm
C. 1500 mm
D. 2000 mm

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
A geologist wants to study the structure of a rock outcrop. If the rock outcrop is 100 m high and the geologist wants to study the structure of the rock at a depth of 50 m, what is the angle of the drill hole?
A. 30°
B. 45°
Correct C. 60°
D. 75°

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor in soil formation?
Correct A. Gravity
B. Climate
C. Topography
D. Vegetation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
In the context of economic geography, which of the following is an example of a primary economic activity?
A. Agriculture
B. Manufacturing
C. Tourism
Correct D. Mining

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Meander
B. Oxbow Lake
C. Delta
D. Floodplain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The population of a city is increasing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,000
B. 120,000
C. 130,000
Correct D. 140,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a geological map of a region. What is the name of the rock formation labeled 'B'?
A. Granite
Correct B. Basalt
C. Sandstone
D. Limestone

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The diagram below shows the distribution of vegetation belts in Nigeria. Which of the following vegetation belts is NOT found in the Niger Delta region?
A. Tropical Rainforest
B. Tropical Savanna
C. Mangrove
Correct D. Desert

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The diagram below shows the formation of a delta. Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of the delta?
Correct A. Deposition
B. Erosion
C. Weathering
D. Plate Tectonics

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The diagram below shows the distribution of rocks in Nigeria. Which of the following rocks is NOT found in the Basement Complex?
A. Granite
B. Gneiss
C. Basalt
Correct D. Sandstone

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The diagram below shows the distribution of environmental issues in Nigeria. Which of the following environmental issues is NOT a major problem in the Niger Delta region?
A. Oil Spill
B. Deforestation
C. Climate Change
Correct D. Pollution

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The diagram below shows the distribution of economic resources in Nigeria. Which of the following economic resources is NOT found in the Niger Delta region?
A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
Correct D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
What is the primary factor controlling the formation of the Niger Delta?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic eruptions
Correct C. River sedimentation
D. Sea level changes

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
What is the primary cause of the desertification of the Sahel region?
Correct A. Climate change
B. Overgrazing
C. Soil degradation
D. Population growth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
What is the primary factor controlling the formation of the Benue Trough?
Correct A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic eruptions
C. River sedimentation
D. Sea level changes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
What is the primary cause of the flooding of the Niger Delta?
A. Heavy rainfall
B. Sedimentation
C. Sea level rise
Correct D. Human activities

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
What is the primary factor controlling the formation of the Jos Plateau?
Correct A. Tectonic activity
B. Volcanic eruptions
C. River sedimentation
D. Sea level changes

Correct Answer: A

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