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O Level Geography - Multiple Choice Practice Quest

The document contains multiple-choice practice questions for O Level Geography, covering topics such as Weather & Climate, Rocks, Weathering, Settlement, Rivers, and Population Studies. Each question provides four answer options, with a focus on key geographical concepts and processes. It serves as a study aid for students preparing for their exams.

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O Level Geography - Multiple Choice Practice Quest

The document contains multiple-choice practice questions for O Level Geography, covering topics such as Weather & Climate, Rocks, Weathering, Settlement, Rivers, and Population Studies. Each question provides four answer options, with a focus on key geographical concepts and processes. It serves as a study aid for students preparing for their exams.

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O LEVEL GEOGRAPHY – MULTIPLE CHOICE PRACTICE

QUESTIONS

Topics: Weather & Climate, Rocks, Weathering, Settlement, Rivers,


Population Studies
Instructions: Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) for each question.

1.The main difference between weather and climate is that:


A. Weather refers to long-term patterns, while climate refers to short-term
conditions.
B. Climate refers to long-term patterns, while weather refers to short-term
conditions.
C. Weather is predictable, while climate is not.
D. Weather is measured by temperature, while climate is measured by
rainfall.

2.Which of the following is a characteristic of tropical rainforest climate?


A. Hot and dry with seasonal rainfall
B. Hot and humid with heavy rainfall throughout the year
C. Cold winters with snow
D. Mild temperatures with rainfall in winter

3.The wettest areas on Earth are located near:


A. The poles
B. The equator
C. 30° latitude
D. 60° latitude

4.Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing climate?


A. Latitude
B. Altitude
C. Proximity to water bodies
D. Soil type

5.The process in which rocks break down into smaller pieces by physical
forces is known as:
A. Erosion
B. Weathering
C. Sedimentation
D. Deposition
6.Which of the following is a feature of sedimentary rocks?
A. They are formed under high pressure and temperature.
B. They are made from the cooling and solidification of molten lava.
C. They are formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.
D. They contain fossils formed from minerals.

7.Which of the following is an example of chemical weathering?


A. Freeze-thaw action
B. Oxidation of iron in rocks
C. Wind abrasion
D. Exfoliation

8.The main cause of mechanical weathering is:


A. The chemical reaction between minerals and water
B. The expansion of minerals due to heat
C. The freezing and thawing of water in cracks
D. The growth of plant roots

9.Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of


limestone caves?
A. Freeze-thaw weathering
B. Chemical weathering through dissolution
C. Physical weathering by wind
D. Glacial erosion

10.The function of the root system in plant weathering is:


A. To break rocks into smaller pieces
B. To absorb water for photosynthesis
C. To cause cracks in rocks as roots grow and expand
D. To transport nutrients from rocks to the soil

11.A key feature of a nucleated settlement is:


A. The spread of buildings over a wide area
B. Buildings are clustered around a central point, such as a market or
church
C. The settlement grows along a riverbank
D. Buildings are arranged in a linear fashion

12.The main reason for the development of a linear settlement is:


A. Availability of fertile land
B. Presence of a natural resource like water or a road
C. A desire for privacy
D. A dominant agricultural activity
13.Which of the following is most likely to cause urban sprawl?
A. Limited access to transport networks
B. High land prices in city centers
C. Strict zoning laws in rural areas
D. Population decline in urban areas

14.Which of the following best describes a function of rural settlements?


A. Industrial production
B. Provision of services to city dwellers
C. Provision of local services such as schools and markets
D. Manufacture of goods for export

15.The most important factor in the location of settlements in a coastal


area is:
A. Access to fresh water
B. Fertility of the soil
C. Proximity to other settlements
D. Availability of flat land

16.The shape of a river’s valley is primarily influenced by:


A. The volume of water flowing in the river
B. The type of soil along the river
C. The types of rocks the river flows through
D. The temperature of the river water

17.The point at which a river meets the sea is called a:


A. Delta
B. Mouth
C. Source
D. Tributary

18.Which of the following processes is responsible for the formation of a


river’s V-shaped valley?
A. Erosion by glaciers
B. Lateral erosion of the riverbed
C. Vertical erosion by the river flow
D. Deposition of sediment in the valley

19.The process of a river losing its energy and depositing material is


called:
A. Erosion
B. Transport
C. Deposition
D. Attrition
20.A river’s load consists of:
A. The water flowing through the river
B. The pollutants in the water
C. The materials transported by the river
D. The nutrients in the water

21.The population density of a country is calculated by:


A. Dividing the total population by the area of the country
B. Dividing the number of people living in urban areas by rural areas
C. Counting the number of people per unit of arable land
D. Calculating the population growth rate per year

22.A population pyramid with a broad base and narrow top indicates:
A. High life expectancy and low birth rate
B. High birth rate and high death rate
C. High birth rate and low death rate
D. Low birth rate and low death rate

23.Which of the following is NOT a consequence of overpopulation?


A. Strain on natural resources
B. Increased economic growth
C. Poor living conditions in cities
D. Increased pollution levels

24.In which stage of the demographic transition model does a country


experience both high birth and high death rates?
A. Stage 1
B. Stage 2
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 4

25.Which of the following factors is most likely to influence migration


patterns?
A. Availability of flat land
B. Access to education and healthcare
C. Climate and weather patterns
D. Proximity to natural resources

26. A population structure with low birth rates and low death rates is
typical of:
A. Stage 1 of the demographic transition model
B. Stage 2 of the demographic transition model
C. Stage 3 of the demographic transition model
D. Stage 4 of the demographic transition model
27.Which of the following would most likely cause a decrease in the
death rate of a country?
A. Improved healthcare
B. Increased birth rate
C. High unemployment rates
D. Poor sanitation

28.The most common feature of areas of high population density is:


A. Access to clean water
B. High levels of industrialisation
C. Proximity to major cities
D. Fertile soils

29.Which of the following is a consequence of rapid urbanization?


A. Increased access to healthcare
B. Increased demand for housing and services
C. Decreased energy consumption
D. Improved public transport systems

30.Which of the following is a measure of economic development in a


country?
A. Population density
B. Literacy rate
C. Birth rate
D. Migration rate

31.The main cause of deforestation in tropical rainforests is:


A. Natural disasters
B. Agricultural expansion
C. Urban development
D. Climate change

32.Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a river’s upper


course?
A. Steep gradients
B. Fast-flowing water
C. Wide floodplains
D. Narrow valleys

33.A floodplain is most likely to form in which part of the river course?
A. Upper course
B. Middle course
C. Lower course
D. Mouth
34.Which of the following is the most significant factor in determining
the course of a river?
A. Vegetation type
B. Availability of tributaries
C. Rock type and geology
D. Rainfall intensity

35.A tributary is:


A. A river that flows into a larger river
B. A part of the river’s drainage basin
C. A feature formed by the deposition of sediment
D. The mouth of the river

36.Which of the following factors most affects the rate of population


growth?
A. Education level
B. Proximity to natural disasters
C. Quality of public transport
D. Availability of recreational facilities

37.Which type of migration occurs when people move to a new area for
better economic opportunities?
A. Forced migration
B. Economic migration
C. Political migration
D. Seasonal migration

38.The process of river erosion that involves the removal of material from
the riverbed is called:
A. Hydraulic action
B. Abrasion
C. Attrition
D. Solution

39.Which of the following processes involves the breaking down of rock


particles into smaller pieces by mechanical forces?
A. Chemical weathering
B. Physical weathering
C. Biological weathering
D. Erosion

40.Which factor is least likely to influence population growth?


A. Health care provision
B. Government policies
C. Land fertility
D. Educational opportunities

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