Jamb Geography 1993 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1993

The tundra region is sparsely populated because of?

A. Scarcity of water
B. Harsh environmental conditions
C. Low natural resources base
D. Low level of avaiable technology

Question 17:

• JAMB 1993

Which of the following BEST accounts for rural-urban migration in West Africa?

A. Limitless job opportunities in urban centres
B. Improved agricultural productivity in rural areas
C. Limited opportunities in rural areas
D. Social unrest in rural areas

Question 18:

• JAMB 1993

A linear settlement is most likely to develop on a?

A. Plain
B. Routeway
C. Hill top
D. Highland

Question 19:

• JAMB 1993

Which of the following factors is MOST important in bringing about a rapid increase in urban population?

A. High birth rate
B. Low death rate
C. International migration
D. Migration from rural areas

Question 20:

• JAMB 1993

The phenomenon whereby the population and functions of a single town in a country far exceed those of others is referred to as?

A. Primacy
B. Dominance
C. Agglomeration
D. Conurbation