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.

3,611.

Identify the pair of forces/processes which may be responsible for the formation of rift valleys 1. Centrifugal 2. Erosional 3. Compressional 4. Magnetic 5. Faulting.

A.

1 and 5

B.

2 and 3

C.

3 and 4

D.

3 and 5

E.

1 and 3

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,612.

Identify the non-fuel mineral among the following

A.

Petroleum

B.

Cassiterite

C.

Lignite

D.

Anthracite

E.

Peat

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,613.

Rainfall caused by the movement of air over a mountain is termed

A.

orographic rainfall

B.

cyclonic rainfall

C.

frontal rainfall

D.

thunder shower

E.

convectional rainfall

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,614.

The Qattara Depression in Egypt is the product of

A.

wind deflation

B.

glacial gouging

C.

volcanic activity

D.

river gullying

E.

down-warping

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,615.

Along which latitude will the day-time be longest on Christmas day?

A.

30°N

B.

30°S

C.

D.

45°N

E.

45oS

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.