POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2025 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation through the weathering of rocks is an example of a _______ process.
A. mechanical
B. chemical
C. biological
D. physical
Question 2
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of distributaries and distributary channels. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. The Niger Delta region is a low-lying area with a high water table.
B. The Niger River has a high sediment load, which causes frequent changes in its course.
C. The region has a high rate of subsidence due to compaction of sediments.
D. The Niger Delta region has a high rate of tectonic activity.
Question 3
The process of plate tectonics is primarily responsible for the formation of which of the following landforms?
A. Mountain ranges
B. Volcanic islands
C. Continental shelves
D. River deltas
Question 4
The diagram below shows a graph of population growth over time. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of growth?
A. It is exponential
B. It is linear
C. It is logarithmic
D. It is sigmoidal
Question 5
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of distributaries and distributary channels. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. The Niger Delta region is a low-lying area with a high water table.
B. The Niger River has a high sediment load, which causes frequent changes in its course.
C. The region has a high rate of subsidence due to compaction of sediments.
D. The Niger Delta region has a high rate of tectonic activity.
Question 6
The process of plate tectonics is responsible for the formation of many of the Earth's landforms. What is the primary mechanism by which plate tectonics causes landform formation?
A. The movement of plates causes the formation of mountains through the process of orogenesis.
B. The movement of plates causes the formation of volcanoes through the process of subduction.
C. The movement of plates causes the formation of canyons through the process of erosion.
D. The movement of plates causes the formation of deltas through the process of deposition.
Question 7
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. What is the primary function of the stratosphere?
A. The stratosphere is the layer where most of the Earth's weather occurs.
B. The stratosphere is the layer where the ozone layer is located.
C. The stratosphere is the layer where the Earth's magnetic field is strongest.
D. The stratosphere is the layer where the Earth's atmosphere is thickest.
Question 8
The city of Lagos is one of the largest cities in Africa and is located in the southwestern part of Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the rapid growth of Lagos?
A. The city of Lagos is growing rapidly due to its strategic location on the coast.
B. The city of Lagos is growing rapidly due to its high standard of living.
C. The city of Lagos is growing rapidly due to its high rate of industrialization.
D. The city of Lagos is growing rapidly due to its high rate of urbanization.
Question 9
The equation ( rac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 2 rac{dy}{dx} + y = 0 ) represents a _______ differential equation.
A. linear
B. non-linear
C. homogeneous
D. non-homogeneous
Question 10
The Amazon rainforest is a vast ecosystem that spans across several countries in South America. What is the primary reason for the high level of biodiversity in this region?
A. High levels of precipitation
B. Unique geological features
C. Diverse range of plant species
D. Abundant wildlife habitats
Question 11
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following is a characteristic of the deltaic environment?
A. High sedimentation rates
B. Low water levels
C. High salinity
D. High nutrient levels
Question 12
The diagram below shows a map of a city with its surrounding areas. What is the name of the city?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Kano
D. Ibadan
Question 13
The concept of soil formation is closely linked to the physical properties of soil. What is the primary factor that influences soil formation?
A. Soil texture
B. Soil structure
C. Soil organic matter
D. Soil water content
Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of landform?
A. It is formed by the deposition of sediment
B. It is a type of mountain range
C. It is a type of volcanic island
D. It is a type of continental shelf
Question 15
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. What is the primary reason for the high level of oil exploration in this region?
A. High population density
B. Abundant oil reserves
C. Strategic location for trade
D. Fertile agricultural land

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