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.

3,136.

Which of these is a major controlling factor of the climate of a place?

A.

Temperature

B.

Rainfall

C.

C.

D.

Humidity

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,137.

In which of the following types of climate are cyclones most prevalent?

A.

Hot Desert climate

B.

Equtorial climate

C.

Tropical Monsoon climate

D.

warm Temperate climate

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,138.

Which of the following factors explains the temperature difference between Dakar and Ouaga-dougou?

A.

Latitude

B.

Distance from the sea

C.

Altitude

D.

Vegetation cover

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,139.

Salinity in Black Sea is generally lower than the average for the oceans on the same latitudes because?

A.

there is higher evaporation of the sea water

B.

precipitation is exceptionally high

C.

large rivers empty into the sea

D.

the sea water does not mix freely

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,140.

When subjected to sufficient stress, rocks break and sometimes move along the plane of fracture and are displaced. This process is known as?

A.

faulting

B.

warping

C.

folding

D.

jointing

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.