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Geography Paper 2, May/June 2014  
Questions:   1 2 3 4 5 6   Main
General Comments
Weakness/Remedies
Strength


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CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES

(1) Inadequate Preparation

Some candidates did not prepare fully for the examination as evidenced by the scanty presentation of points.  Some candidates did not read the factors that accounted for the world rapid population growth.  Thus, they were writing on factors that influence population distribution.

(2) Mere listing of points

Some candidates merely listed points that were answers to the questions when full explanations were required from them.  Answers to most Geography questions require fuller explanations than just mere listing of points.

(3) Poor map illustrations

Some candidates drew very poor maps that had no keys.  The required features were also not properly located, probably because of the poor map outlines.

(4) Misinterpretation of questions

Some candidates misinterpreted some questions, for instance, rather than specifying the characteristics of rivers in Nigeria, some candidates were writing on uses of rivers.

 

 

 

SUGGESTED REMEDIES TO OVERCOME THE WEAKNESSES

1. Early Preparation

Candidates should start preparing for their examinations on time. This will enable them to fully cover the syllabus before the commencement of the examination.

2. Fuller explanation of points

Candidates should fully explain the points raised rather than merely listing them.  This will enable them score higher marks.

3. Practising the act of map drawing

Candidates should read their books, learn how to draw sketch maps and locate geographical features as well.  This will result in mastery of the production of sketch maps.

4. Proper interpretation of questions      

 Candidates should spend time reading questions to the point of understanding before attempting to answer them.

 

 

 

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