WAEC Geography 1997 Question 8

Question 8

Relief and Map Interpretation

Use the map of ORANGE DISTRICT to answer this question. Orile is located on a

Diagram for this question
  1. A.valley
  2. B.spur
  3. C.headland
  4. D.flood plain
  5. E.scarp
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (spur)

Explanation

Orile stands where the contours bend outwards from the higher ground, i.e. on a spur.