Geography in General Studies : Practice MCQ Questions & Answers with Explanations

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General StudiesEasyGeographyOcean Currents

Which of the following currents is a cold ocean current?

Gulf Stream

Agulhas Current

Labrador Current

Alaska Current

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Correct Answer: C — Labrador Current

Explanation:

The Labrador Current is a cold current in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Gulf Stream is a warm current in the western North Atlantic. The Agulhas Current is a warm current generated by the Mozambique and East Madagascar Currents. The Alaska Current is a warm-water current along the west coast of North America.

General StudiesMediumGeographyClimate Zones

Match the following:

Zone | Temperature Condition

A. Torrid Zone | 1. Moderate Temperature

B. Temperate Zone | 2. Temperature very cold

C. Frigid Zone | 3. Maximum Temperature

A-2, B-1, C-3

A-1, B-3, C-2

A-3, B-1, C-2

A-3, B-2, C-1

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Correct Answer: C — A-3, B-1, C-2

Explanation:

The correct answer is C: A-3, B-1, C-2.

Torrid Zone (between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn) receives direct sunlight year-round and has maximum temperatures. Temperate Zone (between tropics and polar circles) experiences moderate temperatures with distinct seasons. Frigid Zone (around the poles) has extremely cold temperatures year-round due to the low angle of sunlight.