Geography Form 1 Paper 2 End-of-Year Examination
Time Allowed: 2 Hours
Total Marks: 100
Section A: Physical Geography (40 marks)
Question 1: (10 marks)
(a) Define the term weathering. (2 marks)
(b) State and explain the three types of weathering. (8 marks)
Question 2: (10 marks)
(a) Define erosion and explain its importance in shaping the Earth's surface. (3 marks)
(b) Describe the main types of erosion that occur in rivers. (7 marks)
Question 3: (10 marks)
(a) Define climate and explain the difference between weather and climate. (4 marks)
(b) Name and describe the main factors that influence the climate of an area. (6 marks)
Question 4: (10 marks)
(a) Describe the process of precipitation. (4 marks)
(b) Identify and explain three different types of precipitation. (6 marks)
Section B: Human Geography (30 marks)
Question 5: (15 marks)
(a) Define the term population density and state how it is calculated. (3 marks)
(b) Explain three factors that influence population distribution. (6 marks)
(c) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a high population density. (6 marks)
Question 6: (15 marks)
(a) Define the term urbanization and explain the causes of urbanization in Zimbabwe. (6 marks)
(b) Describe the problems that arise from rapid urbanization in Zimbabwe. (9 marks)
Section C: Resource Management (30 marks)
Question 7: (15 marks)
(a) Define natural resources and give examples. (4 marks)
(b) Discuss how natural resources are important to the economy of Zimbabwe. (6 marks)
(c) Identify and explain three ways in which natural resources can be conserved. (5 marks)
Question 8: (15 marks)
(a) Define sustainable development. (3 marks)
(b) Explain why sustainable development is important for future generations. (4 marks)
(c) Discuss three challenges to sustainable development in Zimbabwe. (8 marks)
