POST UTME UNILAG 2019 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following landforms is NOT characteristic of this valley?
A. Meandering river
B. Straight river
C. Canyon
D. Delta
Question 2
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a mountain range. Identify the type of landform development that occurred due to the tectonic uplift.
A. Tectonic uplift
B. Volcanic activity
C. Glacial erosion
D. Fluvial erosion
Question 3
The savannas of Africa are characterized by a distinct vegetation belt, which is influenced by the climate. What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of this vegetation belt?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Soil type
D. Topography
Question 4
The Jos Plateau is a region of volcanic activity in Nigeria. What is the primary reason for this volcanic activity?
A. The Jos Plateau is located near the boundary between the African and Eurasian tectonic plates.
B. The region's high elevation and proximity to the equator create a unique combination of geothermal and atmospheric conditions.
C. The Jos Plateau is a region of significant tectonic uplift and faulting.
D. The region's volcanic activity is caused by the movement of magma from the Earth's core.
Question 5
The process of soil erosion is often accelerated by the
A. removal of vegetation
B. addition of organic matter
C. increase in rainfall
D. decrease in temperature
Question 6
The savannas of West Africa are characterized by a distinct wet and dry season. What is the primary reason for this seasonal variation in precipitation?
A. The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) shifts northward during the dry season.
B. The African Easterly Jet (AEJ) strengthens during the wet season.
C. The Sahara Desert to the north creates a rain shadow effect.
D. The Guinea Current to the south brings warm, moist air.
Question 7
A map shows the Niger Delta as a region of high population density. What is the primary reason for this high population density?
A. The Niger River provides fertile alluvial soil and a reliable source of water.
B. The region's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean facilitates trade and commerce.
C. The Niger Delta is a major hub for oil production and refining.
D. The region's mild climate and abundant rainfall make it an attractive place to live.
Question 8
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a complex network of rivers and creeks. What is the primary reason for this complex network?
A. Tectonic activity
B. Weathering and erosion
C. Human activities
D. Sea level rise
Question 9
The concept of 'carrying capacity' is often used in environmental management to describe the maximum number of organisms that an environment can support. What is the primary factor that determines an ecosystem's carrying capacity?
A. The availability of resources
B. The size of the population
C. The rate of population growth
D. The quality of the environment
Question 10
The concept of 'population density' is often used to describe the relationship between the number of people and the
A. area of a city
B. area of a country
C. area of a continent
D. area of a planet
Question 11
A map shows a road network with a grid pattern. If the scale of the map is 1:50,000 and the distance between two consecutive grid lines is 2 cm, what is the actual distance between the two points on the map?
A. 1000m
B. 2000m
C. 3000m
D. 4000m
Question 12
A river's discharge is affected by its slope, which in turn is influenced by the surrounding topography. What is the primary factor that determines the slope of a river?
A. The height of the surrounding hills
B. The length of the river
C. The gradient of the riverbed
D. The volume of water flowing through the river
Question 13
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. 120000
B. 125000
C. 130000
D. 135000
Question 14
The Earth's magnetic field is generated by the movement of molten iron in its outer core. What is the primary process responsible for this movement?
A. Thermal convection
B. Mechanical convection
C. Electromagnetic induction
D. Gravitational convection
Question 15
The Jos Plateau is a region of Nigeria known for its rich mineral resources. What type of rock is primarily found in this region?
A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic
D. Foliated

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