Exam-style questions by topic — Edexcel GCSE Geography
One question for each of 63 topics. These are written for this specification by MasteryMind. They are not past-paper questions, and they are not from Pearson Edexcel.
There are geological variations within the UK
Which of the following is a correct example of a geological variation within the UK that directly influences human activity?
Practise There are geological variations within the UKDistinctive river landscapes are the outcome of the interaction between physical and human processes
How does the construction of levees (embankments) along a river typically affect the river's physical landscape?
Practise Distinctive river landscapes are the outcome of the interaction between physical and human processesA variety of physical processes interact to shape glaciated upland landscapes
During the retreat of a glacier in an upland area, a series of ridges of till are deposited across a valley. These ridges are known as recessional moraines. What physical process explains their formation?
Practise A variety of physical processes interact to shape glaciated upland landscapesGlacial erosion and deposition create distinctive landforms within glaciated upland landscapes
Explain the formation of a drumlin. Which statement is correct?
Practise Glacial erosion and deposition create distinctive landforms within glaciated upland landscapesHuman activities can lead to changes in glaciated upland landscapes
How can the construction of a ski resort on a corrie (cirque) affect the glacial landscape?
Practise Human activities can lead to changes in glaciated upland landscapesDistinctive glaciated upland landscapes are the outcome of the interaction between physical and human processes
Which of the following is a sustainable management strategy used in glaciated upland areas to balance tourism and conservation?
Practise Distinctive glaciated upland landscapes are the outcome of the interaction between physical and human processesA number of physical and human processes work together to create distinct UK landscapes
Which of the following combinations of physical and human processes is most responsible for the formation of the distinct terraced landscapes found in the Yorkshire Dales?
Practise A number of physical and human processes work together to create distinct UK landscapesA variety of physical processes interact to shape coastal landscapes
Which combination of processes is most responsible for the formation of a headland and bay coastline?
Practise A variety of physical processes interact to shape coastal landscapesCoastal erosion and deposition create distinctive landforms within the coastal landscape
Which of the following is the most likely sequence of landforms along a coastline with alternating hard and soft rock, from the sea inland?
Practise Coastal erosion and deposition create distinctive landforms within the coastal landscapeHuman activities can lead to changes in coastal landscapes which affect people and the environment
Which of the following human activities is most likely to cause increased erosion of a sandy beach?
Practise Human activities can lead to changes in coastal landscapes which affect people and the environmentDistinctive coastal landscapes are the outcome of the interaction between physical and human processes
Which of the following best explains why a coastal landscape like the Holderness Coast is considered 'distinctive'?
Practise Distinctive coastal landscapes are the outcome of the interaction between physical and human processesA variety of physical processes interact to shape river landscapes
In the middle course of a river, which combination of processes is most likely to create meanders?
Practise A variety of physical processes interact to shape river landscapesErosion and deposition interacting with geology create distinctive landforms in river landscapes
Which of the following landforms is most likely to form where a river flows over a band of hard rock that is underlain by softer rock?
Practise Erosion and deposition interacting with geology create distinctive landforms in river landscapesHuman activities can lead to changes in river landscapes which affect people and the environment
A river is managed by building levees along its banks. What is a likely long-term effect on the river's floodplain?
Practise Human activities can lead to changes in river landscapes which affect people and the environmentThe atmosphere operates as a global system transferring heat and energy
Which of the following is the most significant reason why the equatorial regions receive more solar radiation than the poles?
Practise The atmosphere operates as a global system transferring heat and energyThe global climate was different in the past and continues to change due to natural causes
During the last glacial maximum (about 20,000 years ago), which of the following was true about global sea levels?
Practise The global climate was different in the past and continues to change due to natural causesGlobal climate is now changing as a result of human activity
Which of the following is the primary greenhouse gas emitted by human activities, contributing most to the enhanced greenhouse effect?
Practise Global climate is now changing as a result of human activityThe UK has a distinct climate which has changed over time
Which of the following is a likely future climate change projection for the UK under current trends?
Practise The UK has a distinct climate which has changed over timeTropical cyclones are extreme weather events that develop under specific conditions and in certain locations
Which of the following best explains why tropical cyclones weaken rapidly when they move over land?
Practise Tropical cyclones are extreme weather events that develop under specific conditions and in certain locationsThere are various impacts of and responses to natural hazards caused by tropical cyclones depending on a country's level of development
Which of the following best explains why the economic cost of a tropical cyclone as a percentage of GDP is often higher in an LIC than in an HIC, even if the absolute monetary cost is lower?
Practise There are various impacts of and responses to natural hazards caused by tropical cyclones depending on a country's level of developmentThe causes of drought are complex with some locations more vulnerable than others
Why are regions with a Mediterranean climate more vulnerable to drought than tropical rainforest regions?
Practise The causes of drought are complex with some locations more vulnerable than othersThe impacts of, and responses to drought vary depending on a country's level of development
In an LIC, a common social impact of drought is increased school dropout rates. What is the primary reason for this?
Practise The impacts of, and responses to drought vary depending on a country's level of developmentLarge-scale ecosystems are found in different parts of the world and are important
Why are large-scale ecosystems such as the Amazon rainforest important for the global climate?
Practise Large-scale ecosystems are found in different parts of the world and are importantThe biosphere is a vital system
Which of the following is an example of an abiotic factor that influences the biosphere?
Practise The biosphere is a vital systemThe UK has its own variety of distinctive ecosystems that it relies on
Which of the following is a key characteristic of a UK sand dune ecosystem that makes it distinctive?
Practise The UK has its own variety of distinctive ecosystems that it relies onTropical rainforests show a range of distinguishing features
Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of the tropical rainforest climate?
Practise Tropical rainforests show a range of distinguishing featuresTropical rainforest ecosystems provide a range of goods and services, some of which are under threat
Which of the following is a provisioning service provided by tropical rainforests?
Practise Tropical rainforest ecosystems provide a range of goods and services, some of which are under threatDeciduous woodlands show a range of distinguishing features
Why do deciduous trees shed their leaves in autumn?
Practise Deciduous woodlands show a range of distinguishing featuresDeciduous woodland ecosystems provide a range of goods and services, some of which are under threat
Which of the following best explains why the value of pollination services from deciduous woodland edges is often underestimated?
Practise Deciduous woodland ecosystems provide a range of goods and services, some of which are under threatUrbanisation is a global process
Which of the following statements about the rate of urbanisation is correct?
Practise Urbanisation is a global processThe degree of urbanisation varies across the UK
Which of the following best describes the pattern of urbanisation across the UK?
Practise The degree of urbanisation varies across the UKThe context of the chosen UK city influences its functions and structure
A city that has a function as a major financial centre, such as London, is likely to have which structural characteristic?
Practise The context of the chosen UK city influences its functions and structureThe chosen UK city is being changed by movements of people, employment and services
Which of the following best explains the trend of 'counter-urbanisation' affecting many UK cities?
Practise The chosen UK city is being changed by movements of people, employment and servicesGlobalisation and economic change create challenges for the chosen UK city that require long-term solutions
Which of the following is a major challenge caused by deindustrialisation in UK cities such as Manchester or Birmingham?
Practise Globalisation and economic change create challenges for the chosen UK city that require long-term solutionsThe context of the chosen developing country or emerging country city influences its functions and structure
The structure of many Latin American emerging cities (e.g., Mexico City) often shows a wealthy 'spine' extending from the CBD to the suburbs, with poorer areas on the periphery. This pattern is largely a result of:
Practise The context of the chosen developing country or emerging country city influences its functions and structureThe character of the chosen developing country or emerging country city is influenced by its fast rate of growth
Which of the following is a common environmental challenge directly linked to the fast rate of urban growth in developing countries?
Practise The character of the chosen developing country or emerging country city is influenced by its fast rate of growthRapid growth, within the chosen developing country or emerging country city, results in a number of challenges that need to be managed
Rapid urban growth often leads to the development of shanty towns on steep slopes or floodplains. Why is this particularly dangerous for residents?
Practise Rapid growth, within the chosen developing country or emerging country city, results in a number of challenges that need to be managedDefinitions of development vary as do attempts to measure it
A country has a high GDP per capita but low scores on the Human Development Index (HDI). What does this suggest about the country's development?
Practise Definitions of development vary as do attempts to measure itThe level of development varies globally
Which of the following is the best measure of a country's level of development, as it reflects both economic and social progress?
Practise The level of development varies globallyUneven global development has had a range of consequences
Which of the following is a direct consequence of uneven global development on international migration patterns?
Practise Uneven global development has had a range of consequencesA range of strategies has been used to try to address uneven development
Which of the following is an example of a top-down development strategy?
Practise A range of strategies has been used to try to address uneven developmentThe level of development of the chosen developing or emerging country is influenced by its location and context in the world
Why might a developing country located near a major economic power (e.g., Mexico near the USA) experience faster development than a similar country in a remote location?
Practise The level of development of the chosen developing or emerging country is influenced by its location and context in the worldThe interactions of economic, social and demographic processes influence the development of the chosen developing or emerging country
Which of the following is the most likely reason why the Indian government has invested heavily in education and skill development programmes in recent decades?
Practise The interactions of economic, social and demographic processes influence the development of the chosen developing or emerging countryChanging geopolitics and technology impact on the chosen developing or emerging country
Which of the following is a potential negative consequence of rapid technological advancement (e.g., automation) in an emerging country like India?
Practise Changing geopolitics and technology impact on the chosen developing or emerging countryThere are positive and negative impacts of rapid development for the people and environment of the chosen developing or emerging country
In the context of rapid development, what is a potential long-term negative impact of urbanisation on the environment?
Practise There are positive and negative impacts of rapid development for the people and environment of the chosen developing or emerging countryA natural resource is any feature or part of the environment that can be used to meet human needs
Which of the following is the best example of a natural resource?
Practise A natural resource is any feature or part of the environment that can be used to meet human needsCountries at different levels of development have water supply problems
Which of the following is a common cause of water supply problems in low-income countries (LICs) but is rarely a problem in high-income countries (HICs)?
Practise Countries at different levels of development have water supply problemsMeeting the demands for water resources could involve technology and interventions by different interest groups
In a water-scarce region, a multinational corporation wants to build a bottling plant. Which interest group would most likely argue that the plant should be prevented due to its impact on local water availability?
Practise Meeting the demands for water resources could involve technology and interventions by different interest groupsManagement and sustainable use of water resources are required at a range of spatial scales from local to international
Which of the following is an example of a local-scale water management strategy?
Practise Management and sustainable use of water resources are required at a range of spatial scales from local to internationalThe patterns of the distribution and consumption of natural resources varies on a global and a national scale
A country has a high rate of natural resource consumption per capita but a low total consumption. Which of the following is the most likely explanation?
Practise The patterns of the distribution and consumption of natural resources varies on a global and a national scaleRenewable and non-renewable energy resources can be developed
A government plans to build a new power station. Which combination of factors would most likely lead to choosing a nuclear power plant over a wind farm?
Practise Renewable and non-renewable energy resources can be developedTo meet demand, countries use energy resources in different proportions. This is called the energy mix
Why might a country with abundant coal reserves still choose to import natural gas for its energy mix?
Practise To meet demand, countries use energy resources in different proportions. This is called the energy mixThere is increasing demand for energy that is being met by renewable and non-renewable resources
Which of the following is a significant challenge when increasing the use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar?
Practise There is increasing demand for energy that is being met by renewable and non-renewable resourcesMeeting the demands for energy resources can involve interventions by different interest groups
Evaluate the role of a supranational organisation, such as the European Union, in intervening in energy resource management. Which action is most characteristic of such an organisation?
Practise Meeting the demands for energy resources can involve interventions by different interest groupsManagement and sustainable use of energy resources are required at a range of spatial scales from local to international
Evaluate the effectiveness of local-scale energy management compared to international agreements. Which statement is most accurate?
Practise Management and sustainable use of energy resources are required at a range of spatial scales from local to internationalThe supply of fresh water supply varies globally
Which of the following factors is most likely to increase the availability of fresh water in a region over time?
Practise The supply of fresh water supply varies globallyThere are differences between the water consumption patterns of developing countries and developed countries
In a developed country like the UK, which sector accounts for the smallest proportion of water consumption?
Practise There are differences between the water consumption patterns of developing countries and developed countriesGeographical investigations − fieldwork: Investigating physical environments (river landscapes OR coastal landscapes)
In a river study, you measure the velocity at different depths using a flow meter. At a particular point, the velocity near the surface is 0.8 m/s, at mid-depth it is 0.6 m/s, and near the bed it is 0.3 m/s. What is the mean velocity in the vertical column?
Practise Geographical investigations − fieldwork: Investigating physical environments (river landscapes OR coastal landscapes)Geographical investigations − fieldwork: Investigating human environments (central/inner urban area OR rural settlements)
In a rural settlement fieldwork study, which of the following is a potential limitation of using a questionnaire to investigate residents' views on new housing development?
Practise Geographical investigations − fieldwork: Investigating human environments (central/inner urban area OR rural settlements)The UK's resource consumption and environmental sustainability challenge
Which of the following strategies would be most effective in reducing the UK's environmental impact from food consumption?
Practise The UK's resource consumption and environmental sustainability challengeThe UK settlement, population and economic challenges
What is the main reason for the UK's ageing population?
Practise The UK settlement, population and economic challengesThe UK's landscape challenges
Which of the following is a major challenge facing the UK's upland landscapes?
Practise The UK's landscape challengesThe UK's climate change challenges
Which UK region is most vulnerable to the combined effects of sea-level rise and storm surges?
Practise The UK's climate change challenges
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