MI_2008Prelim H2Geog P1 question paper

1 Preliminary Examination 2008 Pre-university 3 H2 GEOGRAPHY 9730 PAPER 1 9730/1 Tuesday 16 Sep 3h Additional materials: Answer paper Insert World outline map INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES Write your name, admission number and class in the spaces at the top of this page and on any separate answer paper used. Section A Answer all questions. Section B Answer two questions, each from a different topic. At the end of the examination, fasten the sheets together. INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part question. You are advised not to spend more than one hour 30 minutes on Section A. You should make reference to appropriate examples studied in the field or the classroom, even where such examples are not specifically requested by the question. Sketch maps and diagrams should be drawn wherever they serve to illustrate an answer. The world outline map may be annotated and handed in with relevant answers. You are reminded of the need for good English and clear presentation in your answers. Class Adm No Candidate Name: __________________________________ This question paper consists of 4 printed pages. [Turn over

2 Section A Answer all questions from this section. Questions 1, 2 and 3 carry 12 marks and Question 4 carries 14 marks. You should allocate your time accordingly. Lithospheric Processes, Hazards and Management 1. Fig. 1 shows the location of some recently activ e volcanoes in the region around North and South America and the Pacific Ocean. a) Draw an annotated cross sectional diagram of tra nsect AB on Fig.1, identifying key features and processes. [4] b) Referring to Fig. 1, describe and account for th e structural and behavioural differences between a stratovolcano and a shield volcano. [8] Atmospheric Processes, Hazards and Management 2. Fig. 2A shows the regions where hurricanes form, and the typical paths they follow. Fig. 2B displays the structure of a mature hurricane. a) With the help of Fig. 2B, explain how hurricanes derive their energy. [2] b) Using examples, explain the measures taken to mi tigate the social impacts of a hurricane if it hits an inhabited area. [4] c) Describe and account for the spatial occurrence of hurricanes shown in Fig. 2A. [6] Hydrologic Processes, Hazards and Management 3. Fig. 3A shows the flood stage hydrograph of the Tar River for the period 1 Sept 1999 – 31 Oct 1999. Fig. 3B details the flood frequency data of the Tar River in North Carolina, USA for the period 1887-1998. a) Using Figs 3A and 3B, explain how the recurrence interval of the peak flow experienced in the aftermath of Hurricane Floyd can be calculated and obtained. [4] b) Explain and evaluate the usefulness