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.
Which of the following is a limitation of rail transport in developing countries?
Lack of technical know-how
low cost of construction
It is too fast
low cost of maintenance
Correct answer is A
Lack of technical know-how and poor maintenance is a limitation or problem of rail transport in developing countries
_______ transport is the slowest and the cheapest means of transort
Air
Water
Rail
Pipeline
Correct answer is C
Rail transport is the slowest and cheapest means of transort
Which of the following types of rock is a source of energy?
Sandstone
Coal
Granite
Graphite
Correct answer is B
Coal emits heat energy when heated
Which of the following statements is right?
In West Africa, colonial masters encouraged plantation agriculture
In West Africa, plantation are on fertile lowlands
In East Africa, management of plantations is less efficient than in West Africa,
In East Africa, uniformity of climate has made for limited variety of crops
Correct answer is B
The only correct statement is that in West Africa, plantation are on fertile lowlands. All other statements are false
Which of the following important fruits is produced in North-West Africa?
Pineapples
Tangerines
Pears
Vine
Correct answer is B
Tangerines are produced in North-west Africa