Students were assigned to identify ways in which Geography contributes to technological advancement.

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10. Students were assigned to identify ways in which Geography contributes to technological advancement.
Give two importance of studying Geography. (2 marks)

• i) It helps in understanding the distribution of natural resources and planning for their sustainable use.
• ii) It aids in urban planning and development, including infrastructure and settlement patterns. (Other valid points include: understanding environmental issues, predicting weather patterns, and informing disaster management.)

SECTION B: MAPWORK. (25 marks)

1. Study the map of TAMBACH (1:50,000 Sheet 90/3) provided and answer the following questions.

• a) i) Identify two types of scale used in the map. (2 marks)

  • i) Representative Fraction (RF) scale (e.g., 1:50,000)
  • ii) Linear scale (or Graphic scale)

• ii) Name the title of the map. (1 mark)

  • The title of the map is TAMBACH.

• iii) Give the longitudinal extent of the area covered by the map. (2 marks)

  • This question requires the actual map of TAMBACH (Sheet 90/3) to determine the longitudinal extent. Without the map, this cannot be answered.

• b) i) Identify three relief features found at grid square 0581. (3 marks)

  • This question requires the actual map of TAMBACH (Sheet 90/3) to identify specific relief features within grid square 0581. Without the map, this cannot be answered.

• ii) Measure the length of the dry weather road D329 from the junction at Chebokokwa to the northern edge of the map. (2 marks)

  • This question requires the actual map of TAMBACH (Sheet 90/3) to measure the length of the road. Without the map, this cannot be answered.

• c) Explain how the following factors have influenced settlement in the area covered by the map:

  • i. Relief (1 mark)
    • Gentle slopes or flat areas are generally preferred for settlement due to ease of construction, agriculture, and transport, while steep slopes tend to discourage settlement.
  • ii. Drainage (1 mark)
    • Areas with good drainage (not waterlogged) and access to reliable water sources (rivers, springs) attract settlement, whereas swampy or arid areas are less favorable.