Geography Mock exam AQA Geography GCSE

In what type of climate will Tropical Rainforests thrive?

• Very hot

• Warm and wet

• Warm and dry

• Very hot and dry

Which of the following is not a reason for deforestation in tropical rainforests?

• Logging

• Road building

• Tourism

• Commercial farming

What are the impacts of deforestation? (Choose all that apply)

• Soil erosion

• Loss of biodiversity

• Contribution to climate change

• Loss of jobs

How can tropical rainforests be managed sustainably? (Choose all that apply)

• Selective logging and replanting

• Commercial ranching

• Conservation and education

• Mineral extraction

Which of the following is an economic gain from deforestation in the tropical rainforest?

• Hydro-electric power providing cheap electricity

• Shopping centers creating jobs

• Plants bringing medicinal benefit

• Ecotourism

Where does a river start?

• Mouth

• Source

• Confluence

• Tributary

What are the characteristics of the upper course of a river?

• Wide, deep channel

• Shallow, narrow channel

• Widest, deepest channel

• All of the above

Identify the characteristics of the middle course of a river.

• Medium gradient, gently sloping valley sides with a wider, deeper channel.

• Gentle gradient, very wide, almost flat valley, very wide and deep river channel.

• Steep gradient, v-shaped valley, steep sides and narrow, shallow channel.

Where is vertical erosion the most dominant along the long profile of a river?

• Upper course

• Middle course

• Lower course

When soluble particles are dissolved into the river it is called:

• Hydraulic Action

• Abrasion

• Saltation

• Solution