POST UTME ESUT 2022 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. Which of the following is a major economic activity in this region?
A. Oil and Gas Exploration
B. Agriculture
C. Fishing
D. Tourism
Question 2
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of fluvial erosion?
A. Meander
B. Oxbow lake
C. Delta
D. Glacier
Question 3
The Niger Delta is a major economic hub in Nigeria, with significant oil and gas reserves. What is the primary environmental issue associated with the Niger Delta?
A. Oil spills
B. Deforestation
C. Soil erosion
D. Water pollution
Question 4
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is known as _______.
A. Erosion
B. Weathering
C. Soilification
D. Pedogenesis
Question 5
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. Using the exponential growth model, calculate the population after 5 years.
A. 1900
B. 2000
C. 2100
D. 2200
Question 6
A rock sample has the following composition: SiO2 = 60%, Al2O3 = 20%, FeO = 10%, and CaO = 10%. What is the type of rock that this sample represents?
A. Granite
B. Basalt
C. Sandstone
D. Limestone
Question 7
The population of Nigeria is projected to reach 440 million by 2050. What is the primary driver of this growth?
A. High Fertility Rate
B. Rapid Urbanization
C. Improved Healthcare
D. Increased Life Expectancy
Question 8
A soil profile in the savanna region of Nigeria shows a distinct layer of laterite at a depth of 50 cm. What is the most likely reason for the formation of this laterite?
A. Weathering of rocks in the presence of water and oxygen
B. Leaching of soluble minerals from the soil
C. Deposition of iron and aluminum oxides from groundwater
D. Erosion of the soil surface by wind and water
Question 9
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a delta. Which of the following landforms is NOT a result of deltaic deposition?
A. Mudflat
B. Sandbar
C. Glacier
D. Delta
Question 10
Using the concept of isostasy, explain the relationship between the elevation of the Jos Plateau and the surrounding terrain.
A. The elevation of the Jos Plateau is higher than the surrounding terrain due to isostatic rebound.
B. The elevation of the Jos Plateau is lower than the surrounding terrain due to isostatic depression.
C. The elevation of the Jos Plateau is the same as the surrounding terrain due to isostatic equilibrium.
D. The elevation of the Jos Plateau is unrelated to the surrounding terrain due to isostatic compensation.
Question 11
Using the concept of economic base theory, explain the relationship between the primary sector and the tertiary sector in the Nigerian economy.
A. The primary sector is the base of the economy, while the tertiary sector is the superstructure.
B. The primary sector is the superstructure, while the tertiary sector is the base of the economy.
C. The primary sector and the tertiary sector are equally important in the economy.
D. The primary sector and the tertiary sector are unrelated in the economy.
Question 12
The Earth's climate system is influenced by several factors, including the amount of solar radiation it receives. What is the primary factor responsible for the variation in solar radiation received by the Earth?
A. Earth's distance from the Sun
B. Earth's axis tilt
C. Atmospheric composition
D. Ocean currents
Question 13
The graph below shows the relationship between temperature and precipitation in a savanna region. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the graph?
A. Temperature increases with precipitation
B. Precipitation decreases with temperature
C. Temperature and precipitation are directly proportional
D. Temperature and precipitation are inversely proportional
Question 14
The map below shows the distribution of major rivers in Nigeria. Which of the following rivers is NOT a tributary of the Niger River?
A. Benue River
B. Kaduna River
C. Hadejia River
D. Kano River
Question 15
The Jos Plateau is a major agricultural region in Nigeria. What is the primary crop grown in this region?
A. Maize
B. Rice
C. Cassava
D. Sorghum

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