Geography 1990 Waec Past Questions and Answers

Question 16 :

• WAEC 1990

The instrument used for recording the direction of the prevailing wind of a place over a period of one month is called?

A. A wind vane
B. An anemometer
C. Speedomoter
D. A wind rose
E. A hygrometer

Question 17 :

• WAEC 1990

A rain gauge is kept in an open place in the observatory because?

A. It is much more easily accessible to the observer
B. Rain drops get into the funnel without any obstruction
C. Rain falls heavily in the open space
D. Rain drops are deflected by the wind in an open place
E. The funnel is easily filled with rain water

Question 18 :

• WAEC 1990

Foliage is ever green with thin undergrowth,the leaves are small, thick, leathery and needle-shaped. This description is that of the?

A. Tropical rainforest
B. Temperate woodland
C. Coniferous forest
D. Temperate grassland
E. Deciduous forest

Question 19 :

• WAEC 1990

The soil in a typical natural rainforest remains fertile and suitable for arable agriculture because?

A. The vegetation is luxuriant
B. There is abundant supply of sunshine and rainfall which leach the soil
C. The soil nutrient is continously being replenished y the decay of the dense undergrowth and fallen leaves
D. There is absence of plant cover
E. The soil is well-drained

Question 20 :

• WAEC 1990

Which if the following crops below requires the following conditions for successful cultivation?
i Heavy rainfall of between 1270mm (50 ins) and 2000mm (80 ins) during the 4 to 6 months growing periods.
ii High mean temperature of 18° to 27°C (65° to 80°F) no cold season.
iii A warm, dry period for harvesting.
iv Loamy or clayey soil and an almost level ground.
V Cheap and abundant labour.

A. Maize
B. Cotton
C. Rice
D. Cocoa
E. Millet