WAEC Geography 1996 Question 35

Question 35

Nigeria: Physical Setting

One important consequence of the location of Nigeria between latitudes 4° and 14° North of the equator is that

  1. A.some parts of the country enjoy a hot, wet, tropical climate throughout the year
  2. B.the south westerly winds blow only across the coastal areas
  3. C.all parts of the country receive rainfall throughout the year
  4. D.all parts of the country have a luxuriant vegetation
  5. E.the northern part of the country enjoys land and sea breezes
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (some parts of the country enjoy a hot, wet, tropical climate throughout the year)

Explanation

Being near the equator, southern Nigeria is hot and wet nearly all year.