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.

3,536.

The period when the earth is furthest from the sun is

A.

aphelion

B.

summer

C.

perihelion

D.

spring

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,537.

When the gradient of a river channel changes from a steep to a gentle angle, the main activity of the river will be

A.

depositing

B.

eroding

C.

deepening

D.

terracing

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,538.

A typical example of landforms produced by marine erosion is a

A.

beach

B.

spit

C.

mud-flat

D.

stack

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,539.

The main use of the Abney Level in surveying is to determine the

A.

angle of inclination

B.

relative location

C.

area coverage

D.

spot height

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,540.

The main advantage of the chain survey over the prismatic compass survey is that the former

A.

yields relatively more accurate results

B.

involves highly more portable equipment

C.

does not require a base map

D.

closes its boundaries with no correction

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.