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.

1,611.

All the following are characteristics of a nucleated settlement except that

A.

social amenities are provided there

B.

it has a compact patter

C.

its inhabitants are heterogenous

D.

it is served by a good transport system

E.

it is eslf-sufficient

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,612.

A continuous urban or industrial stretch resulting from the merging of cities is called

A.

a satellite town

B.

a squatter settlement

C.

a conurbation

D.

a holiday resort

E.

an urban centre

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,613.

Which of the following countries is noted for its problem of population pressure?

A.

Canada

B.

India

C.

Nigeria

D.

Libya

E.

USA

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,614.

The world population is estimated at about

A.

2.0 billion

B.

4.0billion

C.

6.0 billion

D.

8.0 billion

E.

10.0 billion

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,615.

Urban population growth problems include all the following except

A.

Birth control

B.

Unemployment

C.

Poor housing

D.

Insufficent food supply

E.

Ihadequate health facilities

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.