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.

1,011.

Months J F M A M J J A S O N D

TempoC 21.1 21.1 20.0 17.2 15.0 13.3 12.8 13.3 14.4 16.1 17.2 20.0

Precipitation 18 15 23 48 97 114 94 86 58 41 28 20

In what climate type is the station with the above data?

A.

Temperate continental

B.

Tropical monsoon

C.

Tropical continental

D.

Mediterranean

E.

Tropical marine

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,012.

Two points on a river are 10.4km apart and one stands 400metres above the other. What is the gradient along the river between the points?

A.

1 in 20

B.

1 in 24

C.

1 in 26

D.

1 in 32

E.

1 in 36

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,013.

Which of the following groups of activities are most likely to be important in this area?

A.

Animal husbandry and mining

B.

Trade and commerce

C.

Mining and commerce

D.

Arable farming and lumbering

E.

Lumbering and mining

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,014.

Which of the following pairs best accounts for the importance of Ere? 1. Road junction. 2. Industries 3. Commerce 4. River Ere.

A.

1 and 3

B.

3 and 4

C.

1 and 4

D.

2 and 3

E.

2 and 4

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,015.

The scarcity of settlements on the eastern half of the area is probably due to

A.

Absence of roads

B.

Scarcity of surface water

C.

Rough topography

D.

Swampy land surface

E.

Insect pests

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.