Jamb Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 2136:

• JAMB 2016

Nigeria's proposed Iron and steel industry based on the direct reduction would be located at;

A. OSHOGBO
B. Port-Harcourt
C. Enugu
D. Warri

Question 2137:

• 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 2138:

• 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 2139:

• 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 2140:

• 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