GEOGRAPHY TOPICAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

What is latitude?

23/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2004 Section A Question 2.

a) What is latitude?

It is the angular distance north or south of the equator. It is an imaginary parallel line drawn from west to east and measured in degrees north or south of the equator.

b) What is the time at Hola on 40°E when the time at Tema on 0° longitude is 12.00 noon?

The earth rotates 15° in 1 hour so Hola will be a head by: 40° 2hrs 40 mins 15° so it will be 2:40 pm at Hola

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Why does the air cools as it rises? Give the reasons why air cools as it rises

17/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 1999 Section A Question 3.

The diagram below represents the flow of air current. Use them to answer questions below

(a) (i) In your answer booklet, name the air current marked E

sea/ lake breeze

(ii) Why does the air cools as it rises

Land losses heat faster than sea. Air upon the land becomes cooler and heavier than that upon the sea. The relatively warmer air upon the sea is lighter and therefore it rises while the cooler heavier air on the land flows towards the sea to replace the rising air.

(b) Give the reason why air cools as it rises

As air rises, it expands thus spreading out its molecules over a wider area and hence becoming cooler.

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What is a line of longitude?

14/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2009 Section A Question 3.

(a) What is a line of longitude?

Line based on It is the angular distance of a place east or west of the Prime Meridian (0°) it is an imaginary line which is drawn on a map from Prime Meridian (0°)

(b) What is the local time at Alexandra 30°E when the local time at Malindi 40°E is 12.00 noon?

The differences in degree of longitude between Alexandra and Malindi is 40° - 30° = 10°
The difference in time between 10 longitudes is 4 minutes
So the total difference in time between the two towns is 10° x 4 minutes = 40 minutes.
Alexandria is west of Malindi so it is behind in time by 40 minutes
Therefore, the local time at Alexandria is 12.00 – 40 minutes = 11. 20 am

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Use the diagram below to answer the questions that follows

14/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2009 Section A Question 2.

Use the diagram below to answer the questions that follows

Outline the process though which the moist winds shown go through to eventually become dry winds

The moist air which is lighter ( forced) ascends) the highland in/ the moist air is subjected to prographic force
The force ascents leads to the expansion of the air
The moisture in the air condenses forming clouds
Descending air is dry wind

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Give three reasons why it is important to study Geography.

11/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 2 2010 Section A Question 1.

Give three reasons why it is important to study Geography.

It provides knowledge about the immediate and the wider environment.
It makes us to understand the earth on which we live.
It creates awareness about the country and the rest of the world.
Promotes international understanding.
It promotes awareness on the sustainable use of resources.
It promotes development of skills and critical thinking.
It prepares one for career opportunities.

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What is the relationship between Geography and Mathematics?

7/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2012 Section A Question 1.

(a) What is the relationship between Geography and Mathematics?

Mathematics principles/formulae are used in Geography to calculate distance/ areal population density.
Geography information can be analysed/presented accurately through the application of mathematical techniques.
Geographical concepts are applied in calculating direction/bearing in mathematics.

(b) State four reasons why it is important to study Geography.

helps to develop mental skills.
enables learners to understand/appreciate different environmental influences.
encourages international awareness/co-operation.
helps learners to appreciate important social values, such as time management/responsibility.
promotes positive attitudes towards protection/conservation of resources.
leads to development of career opportunities.
helps learners to manage time properly.
enables learners to explain the origin/formation of the earth/landforms.

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Describe the solar system.

2/2/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2014 Section B Question 7.

(a) (i) Describe the solar system.

It is the sun, planets and other celestriai bodies. They are held together by the force of gravity.
The celestrial bodies revolve / orbit the sun.
Most celestrial bodies are spherical in shape.

(ii) The local time at Manaul 60° W is 11.30 a.m. What is the time in Nairobi 37° E?

The difference in longitude is 60 + 37 = 97°
1° = 4 minutes

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How does a sea breeze occur?

29/1/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2016 Section A Question 1.

(a) How does a sea breeze occur?

During the day, the land heats faster than the sea
The air over the land rises
Cooler air from the sea blows towards the land to replace the rising air
The cool air from the sea is called the sea breeze

(b) Use the map of Africa below to answer question (b) (i)

(i) Name the ocean currents marked H, J and K.

H-Mozambique/Agulhas
J-Benguela
K-Guinea

(ii) State two effects of a warm ocean current on the adjacent coastlands.

It warms up the adjacent land
It increases the humidity of the adjacent land
It may lead to rainfall on the adjacent land

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State three reasons why it is important to study Geography.

28/1/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2017 Section A Question 1.

(a) State three reasons why it is important to study Geography.

It helps develop mental skills.
It enable learners understand/appreciate different environmental influences.
It encourages international awareness/cooperation.
It help learners appreciate important social values such as time management/responsibility.
it promotes positive attitude towards protection/conservation of resources.
It leads to development of career opportunities.
It enables learners to explain the origin/foundation of the earth/landforms.

(b) Identify three ways in which Geography is related to Agriculture.

Geography deals with the study of climate and weather which is important in planning agricultural activities such as planting and harvesting.
Geography studies the relief/topography of an area which helps identify suitable areas for various agricultural activities.
Geography describes and explains agricultural systems, their distribution and differences in terms of development.
Geography studies / deals with different types of soils which influences types of crops grown in an area! agricultural activities.

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Define the term atmosphere.

27/1/2021

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KCSE Geography Paper 1 2018 Section A Question 1.

(a) Define the term atmosphere.

This is the layer of gases and vapour which surrounds the earth.

(b) State the composition of the inner core.

It is composed of iron and nickel.
It has very high temperature / about 5 000°C to 6000°C,
The average density is 13-1 7gm/cc./very high density
It is solid in nature.

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Distinguish between Geography and Environment.

17/1/2021

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KCSE Geography Past Paper 2019 Paper 1 Qn1.

(a) Distinguish between Geography and Environment.

Geography refers to the study of the distribution of natural and human features/phenomenon and their interrelationship on the earth surface while environment refers to external conditions that surround an organism and has influence on its behaviors

(b) Identify the two branches of Geography.

Physical Geography
Human Geography
Practical Geography

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