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.

3,166.

The shaba Province in Zaire is noted for producing copper and

A.

silver

B.

lead

C.

gold

D.

uranium

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,167.

A common problem of the land-locked states of Africa is that?

A.

they have the least developed internal transport network

B.

they are the poorest countries of Africa

C.

imported goods cost twice their normal prices

D.

they are dependent on the coastal neighbours for access to the sea

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,168.

Why are the major Africa rivers of limited value for transportation?

A.

The river courses are too narrow for vessels

B.

Rail transport is cheaper than water transport

C.

The rivers flow through sparsely populated areas

D.

The rivers channels interrupted by rapids, falls and sandbars

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,169.

There are few natural harbors on the African coastline because the?

A.

continent is a shield

B.

coastline is regular

C.

continent shelf of Africa is narrow

D.

coasts are rocky

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,170.

Africa has the largest potential for hydro-electric power generation in the world because?

A.

it is a large continent

B.

it has a high annual rainfall

C.

it rivers have many falls

D.

the rivers flow over extensive areas

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.