Waec Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 91:

• WAEC 1989

Which of the following Nigeria rivers provides the longest distance of internal waterways?

A. Cross
B. Benue
C. Siluko
D. Ogun
E. Wase

Question 92:

• WAEC 1989

Jos experiences a moderate temperature compared with other places on the same latitude in Nigeria because it

A. Is close to the River Niger which exerts some moderating influence on its weather
B. Is on a high altitude
C. Receives relief rain most of the time
D. Lies at the convergence of two different air masses
E. Is surrounded by dense vegetation

Question 93:

• WAEC 1989

Textiles industries are best located in the northern part of Nigeria because of the

A. Availability of cotton
B. High demand for cotton materials
C. Availability of capital
D. Availability of heavy machinery
E. Easy accessibility to the area

Question 94:

• WAEC 1989

The greatest hydro-electricity potential in Nigeria is found in the

A. Cross-River Basin
B. Sokoto plains
C. Niger Benue Trough
D. Eastern highlands
E. Chad Basin

Question 95:

• WAEC 1989

Busy following ensures that

A. Artificial fertilizers are used
B. Only one crop is cultivated at a time
C. The land regains its fertility naturally
D. Modern agricultural machinery are used
E. More labour is employed