Jamb Geography 1978 Past Questions and Answers

Question 46:

• JAMB 1978

Estimate the highest of trigonometry station.

A. 315 metres
B. 320 metres
C. 325 metres
D. 345 metres
E. 365 metres

Question 47:

• JAMB 1978

What is the most likely cause for the paucity of surface streams on the eastern half of the area?

A. No rainfall
B. Rugged topography
C. Flat terrain
D. Poor vegetation
E. Nature of the rocks

Question 48:

• JAMB 1978

Which of the following phrases best describes the entire area on the right bank of River Ere?

A. A dissected upland
B. A dissected plateau
C. A glaciated mountain
D. An undulating land
E. A scarp land

Question 49:

• JAMB 1978

The scarcity of settlements on the eastern half of the area is probably due to

A. Absence of roads
B. Scarcity of surface water
C. Rough topography
D. Swampy land surface
E. Insect pests

Question 50:

• JAMB 1978

Which of the following pairs best accounts for the importance of Ere? 1. Road junction. 2. Industries 3. Commerce 4. River Ere.

A. 1 and 3
B. 3 and 4
C. 1 and 4
D. 2 and 3
E. 2 and 4