POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2024 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. Which of the following best describes the primary reason for the region's high population density?
A. Fertile soil and abundant rainfall
Correct B. Access to the Atlantic Ocean and trade opportunities
C. Presence of oil and gas reserves
D. Proximity to major cities and urban centers

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
The Benue Trough is a major geological feature in Nigeria that stretches from the Jos Plateau in the north to the Niger Delta in the south. What is the primary type of rock formation found in this region?
Correct A. Sedimentary
B. Igneous
C. Metamorphic
D. Hydrothermal

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The savannas of Nigeria are characterized by a unique combination of climate and vegetation. Which of the following best describes the primary reason for the region's dry season?
Correct A. Low precipitation and high evaporation rates
B. High temperatures and low humidity
C. Seasonal changes in wind patterns
D. Human activities such as deforestation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The Niger River is a major economic resource in Nigeria, providing hydroelectric power and irrigation for agriculture. What is the primary type of economic activity found in the Niger Delta region?
Correct A. Agriculture
B. Industry
C. Services
D. Tourism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its unique geological features, including the Jos Fault. What is the primary type of landform found in this region?
Correct A. Plateau
B. Valley
C. Mountain
D. Delta

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
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 7
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 2 years?
A. 110,250
Correct B. 115,625
C. 120,000
D. 125,000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
A farmer in the savannah region of Nigeria is considering two types of crops to plant: maize and sorghum. Which crop is more suitable for the region?
A. Maize
Correct B. Sorghum
C. Both are suitable
D. Neither is suitable

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The Niger Delta region is characterized by a high level of soil erosion due to the following factors:
A. Heavy rainfall and flooding
B. Deforestation and land degradation
Correct C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The following diagram shows a cross-section of a river valley. What is the name of the landform labeled 'A'?
Correct A. Valley
B. Plateau
C. Hill
D. Mountain

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of the North Star (Polaris) in the sky due to the Earth's
Correct A. precession
B. wobble
C. axial tilt
D. orbital eccentricity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The process of plate tectonics that results in the formation of mountains is primarily caused by
A. continental drift
B. sea-floor spreading
C. orogenesis
Correct D. subduction

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13
The concept of 'carrying capacity' in population studies refers to the maximum number of individuals that an environment can support without
Correct A. degrading the environment
B. increasing the population
C. reducing the population
D. stabilizing the population

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river delta. What is the primary process responsible for the formation of this delta?
A. sedimentation
B. erosion
Correct C. deposition
D. resuspension

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The diagram below shows a simple model of the Earth's atmosphere. What is the primary function of the stratosphere?
A. to regulate temperature
B. to filter out pollutants
Correct C. to protect the Earth from radiation
D. to support weather patterns

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
The process of soil formation involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical and chemical weathering. Which of the following is an example of a physical weathering process?
A. Chemical weathering
Correct B. Freeze-thaw weathering
C. Erosion
D. Biological weathering

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's meandering path?
A. The river flows in a straight line
Correct B. The river flows in a meandering path
C. The river flows in a braided path
D. The river flows in a straight line with no bends

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The population of a city is growing at a rate of 5% per annum. If the current population is 100,000, what will be the population after 5 years?
A. 125,000
B. 150,000
C. 175,000
Correct D. 200,000

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's major rivers. Which of the following rivers is NOT a tributary of the Niger River?
A. Benue River
B. Kaduna River
Correct C. Osun River
D. Hadejia River

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The diagram below shows a graph of the relationship between population density and economic development. Which of the following is a characteristic of the graph?
Correct A. The graph shows a positive correlation between population density and economic development
B. The graph shows a negative correlation between population density and economic development
C. The graph shows no correlation between population density and economic development
D. The graph shows a direct relationship between population density and economic development

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
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 will erode the surrounding landscape more quickly.
B. The river will deposit sediment in the valley.
C. The river will change its course more frequently.
D. The river will not affect the surrounding landscape.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A company is considering the environmental impact of its operations. Which of the following is a key principle of environmental management?
A. The precautionary principle.
B. The polluter pays principle.
Correct C. The principle of sustainable development.
D. The principle of environmental justice.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's major rivers. What is the primary function of the Niger Delta?
A. To provide a habitat for aquatic life.
B. To support agriculture and irrigation.
Correct C. To regulate the flow of water and sediment.
D. To provide a source of freshwater.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn affects global weather patterns. What is the primary impact of the Coriolis effect on weather?
A. It causes high and low-pressure systems to form.
Correct B. It influences the direction of wind and ocean currents.
C. It affects the formation of clouds and precipitation.
D. It has no impact on weather patterns.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. What is the primary process that shapes this landscape?
A. Weathering and erosion.
Correct B. Plate tectonics and orogenesis.
C. Volcanic activity and lava flows.
D. Glacial activity and ice sheets.

Correct Answer: B

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