Geography 1984 Jamb Past Questions and Answers

Question 16 :

• JAMB 1984

Which of the following soil properties can be easily observed in the field?`

A. Permeability
B. Fertility
C. Texture
D. Acidity
E. Colour

Question 17 :

• JAMB 1984

A line joining points equal atmospheric pressure on a map is called an?

A. Isopach
B. Isopleth
C. Isobar
D. Isohyet
E. Isotherm

Question 18 :

• JAMB 1984

One of the ways in which the deciduous forest differs from the coniferous forest is that?

A. It has a greater variety of tree species
B. It is found only in the tropics
C. It grows on poorer soils
D. The trees are evergreen
E. It has a sparser undergrowth

Question 19 :

• JAMB 1984

The greatest threat to wildlife in the African savannah in recent times is?

A. Mechanized agriculture
B. Cattle grazing
C. Shiffting cultivation
D. Bush burning
E. Hunting

Question 20 :

• JAMB 1984

Which of the crops listed below is BEST suited to the following condition? 1. Well-drained soil 2. High humidity 3. Average monthly temperature of 18°C 4.Annual rainfall of between 1500 and 1700mm.

A. Cocoa
B. Sugar
C. Sisal
D. Tea
E. Oil Palm