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.

261.

Which of the following is not a measure of environmental control?

A.

Preservation

B.

Stabilization

C.

Degradation

D.

Afforestation

Correct answer is C

Degradation refers to the lowering of a fluvial surface, such as a floodplain or streambed, through erosional processes

262.

Interdependence within the ecosystem can best be interpreted to mean that components of the ecosystem

A.

pray on one another

B.

harm one another

C.

regulate one another

D.

interact with one another

Correct answer is D

Interdependence with the ecosystem means the interaction which exist between the biotic and abiotic components of the ecosystem

263.

Which of the following statements is right?

A.

In West Africa, colonial masters encouraged plantation agriculture

B.

In West Africa, plantation are on fertile lowlands

C.

In East Africa, management of plantations is less efficient than in West Africa,

D.

In East Africa, uniformity of climate has made for limited variety of crops

Correct answer is B

The only correct statement is that in West Africa, plantation are on fertile lowlands. All other statements are false

264.

Which of the following important fruits is produced in North-West Africa?

A.

Pineapples

B.

Tangerines

C.

Pears

D.

Vine

Correct answer is B

Tangerines are produced in North-west Africa

265.

Which of the following is not a problem of the Economic Community of West Africa States(ECOWAS)?

A.

Trade liberalization

B.

Language Barrier

C.

Political Instability

D.

Differences in political ideology

Correct answer is A

Through trade liberilazation, ECOWAS has been able to promote trade among member states