Jamb Geography 2016 Past Questions and Answers

Question 201:

• JAMB 2016

Vegetables are usually grown near markets or their places of consumption because?

A. They are easily perishable
B. They are not susceptible to attack from pests
C. They are meant to be eaten mainly by town dwellers
D. They can withstand heat for a long time
E. They are bulky and weight gaining in transit

Question 202:

• JAMB 2016

Industries can be classified as either light or heavy.
Which of the following groups of industries can be classified as light?

A. Textile, clothing, footwear and printing
B. Iron and steel, cement and sugar
C. N0n-metalic products an chemicals
D. Petroleum, sugar and block-making

Question 203:

• JAMB 2016

What is the most important reason for moving the Federal Capital of Nigeria to Abuja?

A. The area has a central location
B. The area is sparsely populated
C. The area is rich in mineral resources
D. The area has a cool climate

Question 204:

• JAMB 2016

For what specific purpose is the Shiroro Dam on the river Kaduna being constructed?

A. Flood control
B. The develoment of a fishing industry
C. Irrigation
D. Generating electricity
E. Urban water supply

Question 205:

• JAMB 2016

Landforms vary in Africa but there are no examples of?

A. Dolines
B. Drumlins
C. Inselbergs
D. Poljes
E. Scarps