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2026 Form Four Geography mid-term exam (013)
Time: 2:30 hours · Section A: 16 marks · Section B: 54 marks · Section C: 30 marks · Map extract of Sikonge (Sheet 137/2)
Instructions: Answer all questions in Sections A and B and any two from Section C. Map extract of Sikonge (Sheet 137/2) is provided in the original paper.
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SECTION A (16 marks) — Multiple Choice
(i) One reason for the movement of ocean currents is:
(ii) Keeping animals in a permanent place without moving is called:
(iii) An area of low pressure with high temperature is called:
(iv) An overhead sun occurs on the Tropic of Cancer at:
(v) Temperature at Bagamoyo (500 m) if Same (1500 m) is 15 °C:
(vi) Absence of drainage on the surface of a limestone region is a consequence of:
(vii) Energy from inorganic materials (plants and animals) broken down by bacteria in an oxygen-free environment is:
(viii) Large masses of volcanic rocks that often form the root of fold mountains are called:
(ix) A socio-economic advantage of a reserved forest is:
(x) The correct sequence of the three eras of the geological time scale is:
SECTION A — Matching (6 marks)
Match the types of rocks in List A with their corresponding explanations in List B.
| # | List A |
|---|---|
| i | Igneous rocks |
| ii | Metamorphic rocks |
| iii | Hypabyssal rocks |
| iv | Sedimentary rocks |
| v | Plutonic rocks |
| vi | Volcanic rocks |
Correct matches (marking scheme): i-D, ii-A, iii-E, iv-B, v-H, vi-G
- i → Melting, cooling and solidification of magma within and out of the Earth’s crust
- ii → Modified rocks either by great heat or pressure
- iii → Rocks formed near the surface of the Earth
- iv → Formed in strata and contain fossils
- v → Formed at great depth within the crust
- vi → Solidified lava
SECTION B (54 marks)
3. Map extract of Sikonge (Sheet 137/2): (a) Dominant type of rock and reason. (b) Three main human activities with evidence. (c) Distance of dry-weather road 738828–759882. (d) Method of showing relief at 796849.
(a) Sedimentary rocks — sparse contours and seasonal swamps indicate lowland areas where sedimentary rocks are common.
(b) Crop cultivation (scattered cultivation); lumbering (woodland); grazing (scrubs, swamps, scattered settlement); transportation (dry-weather and all-weather roads).
(c) Distance ≈ 9.2 km (measured with linear scale).
(d) Trigonometric station / point.
4. (a) For the data set: 8, 22, 18, 16, 8, 4, 18, 10, 15, 16, 20, 16, 21, 4, 18, 13, 22, 12, 30, 23, 10, 20, 15, 6, 16, 8, 2 — find mean, mode, median and range.
(b) Three applications of statistical data in daily life.
(a) Mean ≈ 14.48; Mode = 16; Median = 16; Range = 30 − 2 = 28.
(b) Assess trends of projects; make better decisions on plans; summarise large data into readable form; simplify research; store data for future use (any three).
5. Lilian’s research on effects of abortion on academic performance of girls (five schools, ten girls each).
(a) Best research approach. (b) Sampling technique. (c) Two reasons for using a sample. (d) Two uses of research output. (e) Three possible constraints.
(a) Qualitative research (to get detailed understanding of the relationship).
(b) Cluster sampling (representatives from each school).
(c) Save time; make the research systematic / manageable.
(d) Improve academic performance of girls; find solutions to reduce abortion; gain knowledge about the problem.
(e) Language barrier; timetable interruption; financial problems; wrong information from respondents; poor cooperation (any three).
6. Chain survey around the school compound.
(a) Three main procedures. (b) Three marking instruments.
(a) Reconnaissance (pre-survey); preparation of tools, surveying and measurements; recording of data and presentation.
(b) Pegs (permanent stations); ranging rods/poles (temporary); arrows (temporary stations).
7. Photograph interpretation: (a) Crop shown. (b) Activity. (c) Scale of production with evidence. (d) Two conditions for growth. (e) Two factors affecting photograph quality.
(a) Sugarcane.
(b) Harvesting.
(c) Large scale — use of modern technology in harvesting.
(d) High temperature (≈ 30–35 °C); fertile soil; tropical climate with adequate rainfall/moisture (any two).
(e) Low quality of camera; poor weather; time of day; skill of photographer; distance from camera to object (any two).
8. Geographical phenomenon of sudden shaking of the Earth.
(a) Name the phenomenon. (b) Four impacts. (c) Three precautionary measures.
(a) Earthquake.
(b) May trigger volcanic eruption; loss of biodiversity; environmental degradation; destruction of property; death; migration (any four).
(c) Mass environmental education; training of rescue teams; avoid living near epicentres; avoid high-rise buildings in risk zones; avoid nuclear testing near fault zones (any three).
SECTION C (30 marks) — Answer any two
9. Negative impacts of tourism in Tanzania (six points).
Environmental pollution; poaching of wildlife; cultural interference / erosion of local culture; loss of biodiversity; encouragement of terrorism or insecurity; spread of diseases (e.g. HIV/AIDS, COVID-19). (Introduction + six points + conclusion.)
10. Areas affected by vulcanism are not all bad — support with six points.
Lava forms fertile soils; mineral deposits (e.g. diamonds); geothermal energy from hot springs; tourist attractions (craters, volcanic mountains such as Kilimanjaro); hot springs used for heating; sources of rivers from volcanic highlands. (Introduction + six points + conclusion.)
11. “People do not live everywhere.” Give six reasons.
People settle where there are good social services (water, education, medical facilities); fertile soils for agriculture; mineral deposits for mining; improved infrastructure; freedom from diseases and dangerous pests; peace and political stability. (Introduction + six points + conclusion.)
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