cameroon gce A level June 2024 geography 2
cameroon gce A level June 2024 geography 2
SECTION A:
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY •i, , i , t
ha) Distinguish between:
(i) The processesofconvection am) conduction of energy transfer*frpm the Barth’s surface to the atmosphere.
(II) Tropical CoiflinehtaTand Tropical Monsoon climates’.
b) Explain how any three different human activities on the Earth’s surface would affect the drainage basin
hydrological cycle.
c) Briefly explain how climatic differences in Cameroon affect river regimes.
(8 marks)
(8 marks)
v (9,marks)
TotaI= (25 marks)
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2. a) Describe and explain TWO major landforms produced at constructive margins
b) Briefly describe any TWO hazards associated with weathering and suggest any two measures that
can be used to cope with the hazards.
c) Show how the reliefof the Western Highlands is characterized by a diversity of landforms
(6 marks)
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Total= (25 marks)
3.a) Distinguish between the pedogenic processes of ferralIitisation and calcification (8 marks)
b) Briefly explain why the food chain occurs as a pyramid and state its implication in the sustainability
of ecosystems (ecosystem’s equilibrium).
c) (i) On the outline map of Cameroon provided, illustrate the distribution of the major grassland _
and forest biomes south of the Adamawa Plateau. ,
(3+6 = 9 marks)
Total= (25 marks)
(ii) Account for TWO characteristics of the forest biomes identified in c(i) above. t
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SECTION B:
HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
4. a) For countries with expansive population pyramids, discuss THREE measures adopted to check
rapid population growth.
b) Using TWO arguments, how far do you agree with the assertion that the global population problem js
no longer one of rapid population growth but is one of population decline
c) Examine THREE physical factors that have influenced the distribution of population in the Western
Highlands of Cameroon.
(6 marks)
(10 marks)
(9 marks)
Total= (25 marks)
5. a) How would a fanner maximise the use of his land where there is land scarcity? (5 marks)
b) Discuss THREE reasons why an economic operator dealing with timber would prefer railway over
road transport.
c) Explain how the major industries in the Northern Lowlands of Cameroon are linked to their sources of
raw materials.
(9 marks)
(11 marks)
Total= (25 marks)
6.a) Describe THREE ways by which technological changes or innovations over time have reduced the
importance of the factors that influenced the location of early settlement.
b) Examine THREE ways of solving the problems of inner city decay.
c) Describe TWO urban problems facing towns and cities in Cameroon today and explain how they
be remedied
(8 marks)
(9 marks)
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(8 marks)
Total= (25 marks)
Mohamed Ahamd
November 17, 2024
Geography