Geography Practice Quiz 68

Q1.Which of the following is a characteristic of the land in Mamba's village?

A. Rocky land B. Wide grassy plain C. Hills in the distance D. Fertile soil

Q2.Which of the following areas are normally sparsely populated or uninhabited?

A. Plains and river valleys B. Logging, desert areas, thick forested areas C. Agricultural lands D. Urban areas

Q3.What are the physical factors that determine the use of land?

A. Population and technology B. Topography, soil, climate, minerals and availability of water C. Ownership and community D. Agriculture and forestry

Q4.Which of the following is an example of human factors that determine land use pattern?

A. Topography B. Climate C. Population and technology D. Availability of water

Q5.What is community land also called?

A. Private land B. Common property resources C. Agricultural land D. Commercial land

Q6.Which of the following is a major threat to the environment due to expansion of agriculture and construction activities?

A. Increase in population B. Land degradation, landslides, soil erosion, desertification C. Growth of technology D. Urbanization

Q7.What is the term used for land used for different purposes such as agriculture, forestry, mining, building houses, roads and setting up of industries?

A. Land ownership B. Land use C. Land degradation D. Land classification

Q8.Which type of land is owned by individuals?

A. Community land B. Private land C. Common property resources D. Public land

Q9.What is the main reason for people encroaching common lands in urban areas?

A. To collect fodder and medicinal herbs B. To build commercial areas and housing complexes C. To expand agricultural land D. To create forests

Q10.What is the thin layer of grainy substance covering the surface of the earth called?

A. Land B. Soil C. Rock D. Vegetation

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Geography Practice Quiz 68