world physical geography section 7 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

Consider the following statements with reference to doldrums:

1. 1. Doldrums comprise the equatorial belt of low atmospheric pressure. 2. The trade winds converge at doldrums.
2. There is strong upward movement of air in doldrums.
3. Doldrums are characterized by turbulent weather.

a) 3 and 4 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1, 2, 3 and 4

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Question : 2

What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt ?

1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells.
2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents.

a) 2 only

b) 1 only

c) Neither 1 nor 2

d) Both 1 and 2

Question : 3

Mount Fujiyama, the highest point in Japan is in

a) Kyushu

b) Hokkaido

c) Honshu

d) Shikoku

Question : 4

Cordillera in North America is a

a) high plateau

b) river basin

c) mountain system

d) inland lake

Question : 5

Which one of the following islands of the East Indies is divided into three countries?

a) Celebes

b) Borneo

c) Timor

d) New Guinea

Question : 6

India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?

a) Oman

b) Iraq

c) Afghanistan

d) Iran