Waec Geography Past Questions and Answers

Question 351:

• WAEC 1994

Which of the following regions in Nigeria has an average height of over 100 metres above sea level?

A. Biu Plateau
B. North-Central Highlands
C. Adamawa Highlands
D. Udi Plateau
E. Western Highlands

Question 352:

• WAEC 1994

The development of hydro-electric power in Nigeria is least affected by the

A. Rapid increase in demand for electricity
B. A regular supply of water
C. Availabilty of suitable sites for dams
D. Presence of high mountains
E. High cost of construction

Question 353:

• WAEC 1994

Which of the following are best explains the drift of population from rural to the cities in Nigeria?

A. The cost of living in the cities is very high
B. There are more job opportunities in the cities
C. There is food scarcity in the rural areas
D. Better recreational facilities are available in the cities
E. Opportunities for higher education are only available in the cities

Question 354:

• WAEC 1994

Which of the following least influences population density in Nigeria?

A. Mining
B. Fertile agricultural land
C. Thick forest vegetation
D. Tsetsefly infestation
E. Industrialisation

Question 355:

• WAEC 1994

All the following are advantages of the bush fallowing system in West Africa except that it

A. Allows land to regain its fertility during fallow
B. Is very economical in the use of land
C. Reduces the need for the use of artificial fertilizers
D. Could lead to soil erosion
E. Requires little technological input