Jamb Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 2081:

• JAMB 2016

One of the following indicates why the best fishing grounds of the world are located in mid-temperate latitudes

A. There is abundant food for fish
B. The climate is suitable
C. An extensive continental shelf exists
D. The coincidence of A,B and C
E. Man rarely tampers with fish in these areas

Question 2082:

• JAMB 2016

The major disadvantage of the River Nile as a trade route is that

A. It passes through desert areas
B. It has several cataracts
C. It passes through several countries
D. It is slow-flowing
E. It is very muddy

Question 2083:

• JAMB 2016

Which of the following conditions is not conducive to the cultivation of tea?

A. Heavy rainfall throughout the year
B. High elevation
C. A spell of dry weather in season
D. Good drainage
E. Cheap labour

Question 2084:

• JAMB 2016

Which of the following is not characteristic of major world cities?

A. Coastal location
B. Air, water and noise pollution
C. Inadequate transportation facilities
D. Dependence on primary activities
E. Moral Decadence

Question 2085:

• JAMB 2016

What is the name of the river marked X on the map?

A. River Gongola
B. River Shermankar
C. River Rima
D. River Katsina-Ala
E. River Kaduna