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.

2,616.

Shifting cultivation in agriculture involves?

A.

intensive cultivation in a highly populated region

B.

cultivating alternative plots to allow natural regeneration

C.

cultivating food crops on subsistence basis

D.

cultivating cash crops principally for export

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,617.

A mineral that is essential in cement production is?

A.

talc

B.

coal

C.

gypsum

D.

quartzite

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,618.

The main mineral composition of lateritic soils are?

A.

sodium and nickel

B.

magnesium and zinc

C.

potassium and calcium

D.

iron and aluminium

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,619.

One distinguishing characteristics of ferruginous soils is the?

A.

occurence of iron concreation in the B horizon

B.

predominance of clay in the A horizon

C.

well-developed A and B horizons

D.

high content of organic matter in all the horizons

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,620.

If the temperature of a place is 68°F, what is its equivalent in degree centigrade?

A.

08°C

B.

48°C

C.

36°C

D.

20°C

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.