F.4/Geography (1)/Q.P.

S.K.H. LAM KAU MOW SECONDARY SCHOOL

FIRST TERM EXAMINATION (2011-2012)
Form: 4

Time allowed: 75 min.

Subject: Geography

Full mark: 48

Paper: 1
Total No. of pages: 18
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. This paper consists of two sections.
Section A - consists of 30 multiple-choice questions Answer ALL questions in this section.
Section B consist of 2 data / skill-based / structured questions. Choose any ONE question only in
this section.
2. You are advised to spend about 45 minutes on Section A and 30 minutes on Section B respectively.
3. Draw sketch maps and diagrams to supply additional, relevant information when appropriate.
4. A map extract is provided in this paper.
5. Answers to Section A should be marked on the Multiple-choice Answer Sheet while answers to
Sections B should be written on the supplementary Answer Sheet.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SECTION A

1. Read the instructions on the Answer Sheet carefully.
2. When told to open this question set, you should check that all the questions are there. Look for the
words END OF SECTION A after the last question.
3. All question carry equal marks.
4. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. You are advised to use an HB pencil to mark all the answers on
the Answer Sheet, so that wrong marks can be completely erased with a clean rubber.
5. You should mark only ONE answer for each question. If you mark more than one answer, you
will receive NO MARKS for that question.
6. No marks will be deducted for wrong answers.

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Section A:

There are 30 questions in this section. Answer ALL questions in this section.
All the answers must be marked on the Multiple-choice Answer Sheet.

Questions 1 to 5 refer to the map extract of Hong Kong provided.

1. Which of the following best represents the long profile of the longest river flowing from Tin Ha
Shan (grid square 2065) to Po Toi O (grid square 2165)?

2. Based on the long profile in Question 1, calculate the gradient of the river channel.
A.

1 in 8

B.

1 in 3.5

C.

1 in 2

D.

1 in 0.3

3. Joanne is standing at the trigonometric station 344 (203680) and looking around. The visibility at
present is 1,000 m. Which of the following places can she see with her normal eye sight?
(1) Point Y at 202673
(2) A temple at 212682
(3) A sewage treatment works at 191680
A.

(1) only

B.

(2) only

C.

(1) and (2) only

D.

(1), (2) and (3)

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4.

Which of the following relief features can be found in grid square 2067 and 2068?
(1) Ridge
(2) Valley
(3) Saddle
(4) Steep slope
A.

(1) and (2) only

B.

(1), (3) and (4) only

C.

(2), (3) and (4) only

D.

(1), (2), (3) and (4)

5. Why is there no depositional feature formed at Po Toi O (grid square 2165)?

6.

(1)

The rivers flowing down are short.

(2)

The depth of water in the bay is shallow.

(3)

The bay is exposed to prevailing winds.

(4)

The drainage basin to the south of the bay is covered by dense woodland.

A.

(1) only

B.

(4) only

C.

(2) and (3) only

D.

(1) and (4) only

Which of the following statements about the earths crust are CORRECT?
(1)

The crust rests on the mantle.

(2)

The crust is about 10-20 kilometres thick under the ocean.

(3)

The crust is thickest under continents and mountains.

(4)

The crust is made up of a number of tectonic plates.

(2) and (3) only

(1) and (4) only

(1), (3) and (4) only

(1), (2), (3) and (4)

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7. The figure below shows the structure of the earth. Which of the following comparisons between X
and Y are CORRECT?

Characteristics

(1)

Name

Core

Mantle

(2)

Density

Lower

Higher

(3)

Temperature

Higher

Lower

(4)

Thickness

Thicker

Thinner

8.

(1) and (2) only

(2), (3) and (4) only

(1), (3) and (4) only

(1), (2), (3) and (4)

Compared with continental crust, oceanic crust is relatively young. This is because
(1)

plate tectonics did not begin until 200 million years ago.

(2)

oceanic crust is constantly being created at mid-oceanic ridges.

(3)

older oceanic crust has been subducted beneath ocean trenches.

(4)

older oceanic crust has been uplifted into mountain ranges.

(1), (2) and (3) only

(2), (3) and (4) only

(1) and (4) only

(2) and (3) only

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9.

Which of the following materials may be ejected during vent eruptions?

(1)

Ash

(2)

Magma

(3)

Poisonous gas

(4)

Rock fragments

(1), (3) and (4) only

(1), (3) and (4) only

(1), (2) and (4) only

(2), (3) and (4) only

10. The diagram below shows four major features formed by intrusive vulcanicity. Which of the
following is the CORRECT match?

Laccolith

Sill

Dyke

Batholith

Laccolith

Dyke

Sill

Batholith

Batholith

Sill

Dyke

Laccolith

Batholith

Dyke

Sill

Laccolith

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11. What is Feature X in the map below?

The East African Rift Valley

The Andes in South America

C The North African Rift Valley

D The Central African Rift Valley

12. Which landforms can be found at constructive plate boundaries?

(1)

Rift valleys

(2)

Ocean trenches

(3)

Reverse faults

(4)

Mid-oceanic ridges

(1), and (3) only

(2) and (3) only

(1) and (4) only

(2) and (4) only

13. Which of the following are CORRECTLY matched?

(1)

Tensional force mid-oceanic ridges

(2)

Lateral force tear faults

(3)

Compressional force volcanic island arcs

(1), and (2) only

(2) and (3) only

(1) and (3) only

(1), (2) and (3)

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14.

Which of the following diagrams shows the resultant landform if tension is exerted on both sides of
the block above?

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15. Refer to the diagram below. What will happen to the rock if strong compressional force comes
from the right side?

Symmetrical fold will form.

Overfold will form.

Recumbent fold will form.

Overthrust fold will form.

16. Which of the following comparisons between the Andes and the Himalayas are CORRECT?
(1)

Both the Andes and the Himalayas are young fold mountains.

(2)

Marine fossils could be found at both the Himalayas and the Andes.

(3)

The Andes are located in North America while the Himalayas are located in Asia

(4)

Volcanic activities are active at both the Andes and the Himalayas.

(1) and (3) only

(2) and (3) only

(1), (2) and (4) only

(2), (3) and (4) only

17.

The map above shows the world distribution of

A

ocean trenches.

active volcanoes.

tsunamis.

fold mountains.

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18. Refer to the map below. Which of the following about Landform A are CORRECT?

(1)

Marine fossils can be found on Landform A.

(2)

It is a fold mountain range made up of

sedimentary rocks.

(3)

It is formed by repeated volcanic eruptions.

(4)

It is formed on a constructive plate boundary.

(1) and (2) only

(2) and (3) only

(2) and (4) only

(1), (3) and (4) only

19. Which of the following are examples of hazard-proof structures?

(1)

Sea-walls built along shores

(2)

Vertical evacuation in some hotels on the coast

(3)

Reinforced steel foundation

(4)

Buildings made of brick and stone

(2), and (3) only

(1), (2) and (3) only

(2), (3) and (4) only

(1), (2), (3) and (4)

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20.

Which of the diagrams below represents the CORRECT watershed of a drainage basin?
B

21.

Which of the following relationships found in a water cycle are CORRECT?

(1) transpiration precipitation
(2) interception surface run-off
(3) plant absorption infiltration
(4) infiltration water table

(1) and (3) only

(2) and (4) only

(1), (2) and (4) only

D. (2), (3) and (4) only

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22.

Which of the following river channels has the highest velocity?

A
Cross sectional area = 7 m2
B
Cross sectional area = 3.5 m2
C
Cross sectional area = 3.75 m2

D
Cross sectional area = 4 m2

23.

The above photo shows the X course of a river because Y.

X

upper

it has a meander

upper

it is found in a valley with rough river bed

lower

it has a flat plain

lower

it has fine sediment

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24.

Which of the following comparisons between the upper course and the lower course of a river
are CORRECT?
Upper course

Lower course

(1)

Load

Less

More

(2)

Gradient

Steeper

Gentler

(3)

Discharge

Larger

Smaller

(4)

Velocity

Higher

Lower

(1) and (2) only

(3) and (4) only

(1), (3) and (4) only

D (1), (2), (3) and (4)

25.

Which of the following paths of river flow represents the highest velocity?
A

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26.

The river is a __________ order stream.

27.

2nd

B.

3rd

4th

5th

Which of the following is the impact brought about by the reclamation of lakes?
(1)

flooding

(2)

pollution of lake water

(3)

decrease in surface storage of water

(4)

serious soil erosion on the upstream

(3) and (4) only

(1), (2) and (3) only

(1), (2) and (4) only

(1), (2), (3) and (4)

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28.

Which of the diagrams below shows the CORRECT sequence of fluvial deposits at the mouth of
a river?

29.

Refer to the photo below. What are the changes after the natural river has been modified?

(1) The river is straightened.

(2) The channel friction is higher.
(3) The speed of river flow is lower.
(4) The amount of river load is smaller.
A

(1) and (3) only

(1) and (4) only

(2) and (3) only

(3) and (4) only

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30.

The diagram below shows a hydrograph of a river.

Which of the following measures can cause the value of X to rise?

(1)

deforestation

(2)

silting on the river bed

(3)

operation of a new water dam upstream

(4)

tapping of underground water

(1) and (2) only

(3) and (4) only

(1), (2) and (3) only

D. (1), (3) and (4) only

END OF SECTION A

Proceed to Section B

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Section B: Answer any ONE question from this section. Each question carries 18 marks.
1. Figure 1 shows the world distribution of earthquakes and active volcanoes. Table 1 shows the
information of countries P and Q in Figure 1.
Figure 1

Table 1
Country P
Population density (2008)

2 people per km

338 people per km2

US$1,680

US$38,210

Gross national income per capita

(2008)

Employment structure

Country Q
2

Primary industry: 41.9%

Primary industry: 4.7%

Secondary industry: 15.5%

Secondary industry: 29.1%

Tertiary industry: 42.6%

Tertiary industry: 66.2%

(2004)

(2003)

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(a) Describe the general distribution of earthquake belts and volcanic zones.

(1 mark)

(b) Identify landform X and the island chain at Y.

(2 marks)

(c) In a table form, contrast the location, related internal force and internal process of Landform X
and the island chain at Y.

(6 marks)

(d) With map evidence, evaluate the potential threat of tectonic hazards in Country P.

(3 marks)

(e) Country Q is a hazard-prone country. Do you think people of Country Q are willing to migrate to
Country P? Why?

(6 marks)

2. Figure 2 shows a river and its surrounding areas.

Figure 2

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(a) Draw a river profile XY with the vertical scale as 1cm to 20m.

(4 marks)

(b) Sketch the cross-section of the river channel at A-B. Indicate how different works of water are
shaping the channel.

(4 marks)

(c) (i) Why does the area below 20 metres have a high risk of flood? Support your answer with map
evidence.

(4 marks)

(ii) How can people manage the river to reduce the risk of flood?

(d)

(3 marks)

Assess the impacts of converting the farming land use into an urban area on the drainage system.
(3 marks)

END OF SECTION B
END OF PAPER

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FIRST TERM EXAMINATION (2011-2012)

F.4 Geography (1) Marking Scheme
Section A

(30, 1@)
0

Section B

(18)

Question 1
(a) - They are found along plate boundaries.

(1)

(b) - Landform X: mid-oceanic ridge/Mid-Atlantic Ridge

- Island chain at Y: volcanic island arc

(1)

(1)

(c)
Landform X
Location

Internal force involved

Internal process involved

Island chain at Y
-

at constructive plate

at destructive plate
boundary

(1)

above sea level

(1)

compressional force

(1)

(1)

folding

(1)

(1)

faulting

(1)

vulcanicity

(1)

boundary

(1)

under the sea

(1)

tensional force

(1)

lateral force

(1)

faulting

vulcanicity

(any pair for each comparison: 1+1, Max. 6)

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(d)

Evaluation:
- the threat is low

(1)

Evidence:
- it is in the continental interior of the Eurasian Plate
- which is far away from the major plate boundary
- it does not lie on the major earthquake zone
- there is no active volcano

(e)

(1)
(1)

(1)

(1)

(Any 2, 1@)

Evaluation:
- No, they are not willing to migrate

(1)

Evidence:
- volcanic ash and the weathered lava produce fertile soil for farming

(1)

- volcanic ash and the weathered lava produce fertile soil for farming

(1)

- internal processes create beautiful scenery, which attracts many tourists

- for example, volcanoes (Mount Fuji) and hot springs

(1)

(1)

- beautiful volcanic sceneries create job opportunities (1)

- people have strong ties to their motherland and ancestors

(1)

- the economic structure in Country P is different from that of Country Q

(1)

- about 90% of people in Country Q are engaged in secondary and tertiary industries

(1)

- Country Q is a more developed country. People have good jobs and high income. Economic
interests there attract them to stay. (1)
- Country P is a less developed country. It is not attractive to people living in Country Q.
- it is difficult for them to find new jobs in Country P.

(1)

(1)

- the government of Country Q has sufficient capital and technology to provide protection,
warning, evacuation and relief work

(1)

- Country P is found inland, where the climatic condition is more extreme than Country Q. (1)
(Any 5, 1@)

Max. 18

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Question 2
(a)

The river profile of XY

Title & Labels (1)

(b)

Vertical scale (1)

Drawing & Accuracy (2)

A sketch of the cross-section of river channel at A-B

(c) (i)
- the land is almost flat
- the channel winds wider
- presence of marshes / braided streams
- show that speed of river flow is low
- two tributaries join the main river between 20 - 40 m
- this results in a sudden increase of discharge
- and amount of load downstream
- silting of river may occur / river bed may be raised
- the river probably had overflowed in the past
- it is because farmland and settlement are absent below 20 metres

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(c) (ii)
- building stronger / higher dykes
- dredging of the river bed
- afforestation to check soil erosion
- straightening of the river channel
- river channelization

(d)

(Any 3, 1@)

- interception / transpiration decreases

- infiltration decreases
- surface runoff increases
- higher river energy
- soil erosion increases
- the risk of flood / silting becomes more serious

(Any 3, 1@)

Max. 18

THE END

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