Waec Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 96:

• 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

Question 97:

• WAEC 1989

Which of the following favours the growth of olives in the Mediterranean region of Africa?

A. High temperature and humidity
B. Heavy rainfall
C. Abundant supply of skilled labour
D. Cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers
E. Moderately stiff loam or clayey soil

Question 98:

• WAEC 1989

All the following are true of ECOWAS except that

A. It is an internationtional organisation
B. It is open to all countries of West Africa
C. Its aim is to promote economic cooperation among member countries
D. It allows citizens of member countries to stay for at least ninety days within any country
E. Non-payment of annual subvention by any member country leads to loss of membership

Question 99:

• WAEC 1989

(a) Draw a diagram to show the four major positions of the earth during its revolution around the sun
(b) describe the effects of the revolution of the earth

Question 100:

• WAEC 1989

(a) Give an account of the economic importance or rocks
(b) Describe the characteristics and mode of formation of igneous rocks