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.

2,866.

Subsistence farming is characterized by?

A.

dominance of cash crops, low capital input and dependence on simple tools

B.

dominance of food crops, small holdings anfd family labour

C.

Dependence on family labour, small holdings and market orientation

D.

Dependence on simple tools, labour intensity and high capital input

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,867.

The most important factors that have promoted urbanization in Africa during the 20th century are?

A.

industrial development, decolonization and modern transport development

B.

modern transport development, commerce and industrialization

C.

trade, improved rural conditions and industrialization

D.

decolonization, poor rural conditions and commercialization

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,868.

Dispersed rural settlements are most likely to be found in areas with?

A.

abundant agriculture land and good surface drainage

B.

limited agricultural land and poor surface drainage

C.

a large agricultural population and restricted accessibility

D.

a small agricultural population and poor surface drainage

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,869.

Which of the following sets of cities has been developed specially as the seat of government?

A.

Abuja, Chicago and Brasilia

B.

New Delhi, Abuja and Calcutta

C.

Chicago, New Delhi, and Abuja

D.

Canberra, Brasilia and Abuja

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,870.

In which of the following regions is the high population density due to industrial development?

A.

China

B.

The Nile Valley

C.

Java

D.

The Rhur Valley

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.