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.

241.

Which of the following is best defined as the movement of people from one geographical area to another involving permanent or temporary residence or settlement?

A.

Transportation

B.

Civilization

C.

Migration

D.

urbanization

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

242.

The following are advantages of overpopulation except?

A.

Quick information dissemination

B.

Socialization

C.

Large labour

D.

Insufficient food

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

243.

The following are seaports used in the North Atlantic sea route except

A.

Lagos-Hamburg

B.

Lagos-New york

C.

Lagos-Rotterdam

D.

Lagos-Southampton

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

244.

______ is a surveying instrument used for measuring the angles of ground slopes

A.

The optical square

B.

The watkin's clinometer

C.

The offset staff

D.

The gunter's chain

Correct answer is B

The watkin's clinometer is used to measure the angles of ground slopes

245.

When the traverse connects two stations, whose positions are known, what type of traverse is this?

A.

closed traverse

B.

open traverse

C.

station traverse

D.

leg traverse

Correct answer is A

When the framework forms a closed figure or when the traverse connects two stations, whose positions are known, it is called a closed traverse