Geography questions and answers

Geography Questions and Answers

So you think you know the world around you? Challenge yourself and learn new things with these Geography questions and answers. This Test is ideal for fellows preparing for Geography exams or just for your general knowledge and fun.

86.

The coastal regions of Sierra Leone record an annual rainfall of over

A.

5,000mm

B.

3000mm

C.

4,800mm

D.

6,500mm

Correct answer is C

Annual rainfall in Sierra Leone coastal regions is over 4,800m, which makes it the wettest country in West Africa.

87.

The highest concentration of industries in Nigeria is found in the

A.

South-eastern zone

B.

North-central zone

C.

Western zone

D.

Mid-western zone

Correct answer is C

The highest concentration of industries in Nigeria is found in the Western zone. This is due to factors such as the availability of resources, infrastructure, and a large market. The other zones do not have as high a concentration of industries.

88.

A major function performed by rural settlement is

A.

commercial

B.

industrial

C.

administrative

D.

agriculture

Correct answer is D

Agriculture i.e farming is usually the main occupation of the villagers who are involved in the production of food for human consumption.

89.

Plateaux formed together with fold mountains are best described as

A.

dissected

B.

tactonic

C.

intermoutau

D.

piedmout

Correct answer is C

Fold mountains are usually created where two of earth's tectonic plates are prushed

90.

A settlement where two rivers meet is called a

A.

nodal town

B.

linear settlement

C.

nucleated settlement

D.

confluence town

Correct answer is D

A confluence is the meeting of two or more bodies of water. It refers to the point where two streams flow together, merging into a singke stream.