WAEC Geography Past Questions & Answers - Page 91

451.

Through which of the following sea routes is crude oil from West Africa transported to European markets?

A.

the panama canal route

B.

the cape route

C.

the suez canal route

D.

the North Atlantic route

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

452.

Which of the following vegetation belts in Africa is the most extensive?

A.

Mediterranean forest

B.

Temperate grassland

C.

Savannnah

D.

Temperate forest

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

453.

What is the name of the local wind that blows in West Africa between November and February?

A.

Harmattan

B.

Chinook

C.

Monsoon wind

D.

Land breeze

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

454.

What factor accounts for the slow rate of industrial development in Tropical Africa?

A.

Inadequate capital

B.

Availability of essential social services

C.

Adequate skilled labour

D.

Modern technology

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

455.

What method of mining is used for extracting petroleum in Africa?

A.

Crushing

B.

Drilling

C.

Adit

D.

Open cast

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.