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.

61.

A block mountain is formed as a result of

A.

fission

B.

vulcanisity

C.

differential erosion

D.

faulting

Correct answer is D

Block mountains are formed as a result of lateral or vertical earth movement. They are also formed when the earth cracks due to faulting. Faulting may result from tensional forces or compressional forces.

62.

What is the temperature around an aeroplane flying at an altitude of 4000metres if the temperature on the earth's surface is \(40ºc\)?

A.

\(14^0C\)

B.

\(66^0C\)

C.

\(26^0C\)

D.

(\12^0C\)

Correct answer is A

Lapse rate is simply described as 0.65°C per 100m of ascent or 6.5ºC per 1000m of ascent. Therefore 4000m of ascent= 6.5ºC x 4000m/1000m=26.0ºC Then, the temperature around the aeroplane is = 40ºC - 26ºC = 14°C

63.

The major crop grown in the El juf Basin of Mali is

A.

Cotton

B.

cashew

C.

cocoa

D.

coffee

Correct answer is A

Agriculture is the dominant economic sector in the country of Mali. In El-Djoul basin, cotton production is very commonly practiced

64.

Barchan dunes move

A.

at right angle to the prevailing wind

B.

in the same direction as the prevailing winds

C.

in the same direction as the prevailing winds

D.

in a circular direction

Correct answer is A

A barchan is a cresentic or moon-shaped structure. A barchan is formed when an obstacle like rocks impedes or prevents the movement of wind

65.

The sun is vertically overhead at the tropic of Caprison in

A.

September 23rd

B.

March 21st

C.

June 21st

D.

December 22nd

Correct answer is D

On December 22nd, the sun is overhead at the Tropic of Capricon, resulting in December winter solstice which means that the southern hemisphere will have its longest day and shortest night