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WAEC Geography 2013 Question 48

Question 48

Transport, Trade and Tourism

Through which of the following sea routes is crude oil from West Africa transported to European markets?

  1. A.The Panama Canal route.
  2. B.The Cape route.
  3. C.The Suez Canal route.
  4. D.The North Atlantic route.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (The Cape route.)

Explanation

The Cape route links Western Europe with West Africa and goes on round the Cape of Good Hope. Tankers carrying crude oil from Nigeria and other West African countries to Europe use this route. The North Atlantic route joins Europe and North America.