Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Climate

Climate — practice question

(a(i))[2]

On Fig. 1 of the outline map of Pakistan, shade and label two places that receive annual rainfall of 125 mm or less.

(a(ii))[1]

State the crop that is chiefly grown in these low-rainfall areas.

(a(iii))[3]

Explain the difficulties faced by people who live in areas with low rainfall.

(b(i)A)[3]

Compare the monthly rainfall amount and pattern in Hyderabad with that in Dera Ismail Khan.

(b(i)B)[3]

Give three reasons that account for any similarities or differences in the two rainfall patterns.

(b(ii))[4]

Explain the effect of flooding on the local economy and transport links in settlements along the River Indus.

(c)[3]

Give a named example of a dry port and explain why it is situated where it is.

(d)[6]

It has been suggested that a new motorway should be built in Sindh from Hyderabad via Thatta to Keti Bandar on the Indus Delta, a town with a population of less than 25 000. Explain why this motorway might be needed. To what extent would this proposal be possible?

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This 25-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Two places on the outline map of Pakistan with annual rainfall of 125 mm or less are shaded correctly within the map outline.

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