Geography 1996 Waec Past Questions and Answers

Question 11 :

• WAEC 1996

which of the following is a disadvantage of water transport?

A. Causes atmospheric pollution
B. Is used for carrying agricultural commodities only
C. Is not flexible
D. Is not suitable for international trade
E. Cannot carry bulky goods

Question 12 :

• WAEC 1996

One important consequence of the location of Nigeria between latitudes 4⁰ and 14⁰ North of the equator is that

A. Some parts of the country enjoy a hot, wet, tropical climate throughout the year
B. The south westerly winds blow only across the coastal areas
C. All parts of country receive rainfall throughout the year
D. All part of the country have a luxuriant vegetation
E. The northern part of the country enjoys land sea breezes

Question 13 :

• WAEC 1996

A specialized mode of transportation used in carrying coal from Enugu to Oji River is the

A. Pipeline
B. Transmission line
C. Rope way
D. Rail cart
E. Jumbo plane

Question 14 :

• WAEC 1996

Which of the geographical regions of Nigeria contains volcanic plugs, inselbergs and crater lake?

A. Eastern scarplands
B. Western highlands
C. North-central highland
D. Eastern highlands
E. Chad Basin

Question 15 :

• WAEC 1996

The location of the oil refinery at Kaduna is best explained by the

A. Deliberate government policy and market
B. Presence of power supply and market
C. Availability of raw material and capital
D. Adequate transportation and labour
E. Presence of raw material and government policy