Waec Geography 2005 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• WAEC 2005

Which of the following is not a process of wind erosion?

A. Abrasion
B. Attrition
C. Hydraulic action
D. Deflation

Question 17:

• WAEC 2005

Compressional forces are mainly responsible for the formation of

A. Fold mountain
B. Volcanic mountains and lava plateau
C. Residual maountains and plants
D. Block mountains

Question 18:

• WAEC 2005

The instrument used for measuring the speed of wind is called

A. Cup anemometer
B. Speedometer
C. Wind vane
D. Prismatic compass

Question 19:

• WAEC 2005

Coastal erosion can be prevented by

A. Increasing the volume of water in the ocean
B. Increasing the volume of water around the coast
C. The stabilization of sandy and muddy beaches by coastal vegetation
D. The removal of sandy and muddy beaches along the coast

Question 20:

• WAEC 2005

Coastlines washed by cold currents normally have

A. High temperature
B. Scanty rainfall
C. Excessive rainfall
D. Moderate rainfall