WAEC Geography 1993 Question 26

Question 26

Vegetation

Which of the following forest types is characterised by trees which are adapted to cold winters and have needle-shaped leaves with little undergrowth?

  1. A.Coniferous forest
  2. B.Deciduous forest
  3. C.Tropical rain forest
  4. D.Swamp forest
  5. E.Mediterranean forest
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Answer: A (Coniferous forest)

Explanation

Coniferous trees have needles that resist cold and snow.