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.

41.

The distance between Umughara and Ndifu Achara as the crow flies is approximately

A.

8 km

B.

18 km

C.

11 km

D.

23 km

Correct answer is B

To get distance:
i. Measure using a thread
ii. Compare your result with the scale

42.

The feature marked P in the mapped area can best be described as a

A.

knoll

B.

valley

C.

mountain

D.

ridge

Correct answer is D

A ridge is a strip of highland which is elongated and narrow. The contours run almost parallel to each other

43.

Which of the following towns is not intervisible from Agubia?

A.

ABADA

B.

Nsuba

C.

Ameka

D.

Ndifu Achara

Correct answer is B

Agubia and Nsuba are not intervisible because of the contour line which separates them, i.e a steep slope

44.

Stone crushing is an economic activity at 

A.

Noyo

B.

Ameka

C.

Ameka

D.

Agub

Correct answer is C

Umughara, having the highest contour line is suspected to be mountainous and stone crushing is common around mountain.

45.

What is the highest contour line in the mapped area?

A.

400 metres

B.

600 metres

C.

500 metres

D.

300 metres

Correct answer is C

On the map, the highest contour line is 500m