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.

1,961.

Flooding can be prevented by

A.

building houses and embarked roads in flood plains to prevent overflow of river water

B.

dumping of refuse in drainage channels for onward transportation to ocean deeps

C.

building strong fence round residential houses,office blocks and school compounds

D.

planning towns and cities,especially in humid regions

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,962.

Which of the following does not cause coastal erosion?

A.

solvent action

B.

corrasion

C.

hydraulic action

D.

deflation

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,963.

Which of the following factors least affects the location of manufacturing industries?

A.

availability of capital

B.

supply of labour

C.

nearness to market

D.

availability of transport

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,965.

The thin layer of unconsolidated mineral particles and organic matter covers land surface is called

A.

soil

B.

sialic rock

C.

earth's crust

D.

biosphere

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.