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GEOGRAPHY STANDARD FIVE EXAMS SERIES

THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE – REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

ANNUAL EXAMINATION  GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT – STANDARD FIVE

Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes 

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Answer all questions in Sections A, B and C.
  2. Read each question carefully.
  3. Write your answers correctly.

SECTION A: 20 MARKS

1. Choose the letter of the correct answer for each item. (10 marks)

i. Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

  1. Water
  2. Petroleum
  3. Wind
  4. Sunlight
  5. Rainfall

ii. Where is tanzanite found in Tanzania?

  1. Geita
  2. Mwadui
  3. Uvinza
  4. Mererani
  5. Bulyanhulu

iii. On which river was the Mwalimu Nyerere Hydropower Dam constructed?

  1. Rufiji
  2. Ruvuma
  3. Pangani
  4. Wami
  5. Kagera

iv. Which activity is associated with the blue economy?

  1. Coal mining
  2. Keeping cattle in mountainous areas
  3. Sustainable marine fishing
  4. Tanzanite mining
  5. Cutting down trees

v. Why do many people settle in mining areas such as Geita?

  1. Because of snow
  2. Because of employment opportunities
  3. Because of drought
  4. Because of extreme cold
  5. Because of lack of services

vi. Which measure helps reduce environmental degradation in densely populated areas?

  1. Cutting down all trees
  2. Indiscriminate waste disposal
  3. Unplanned construction
  4. Proper land-use planning
  5. Burning forests

vii. What is the scientific study of weather called?

  1. Geology
  2. Astronomy
  3. Meteorology
  4. History
  5. Biology

viii. Which type of cloud is associated with heavy, prolonged rainfall?

  1. Cumulus
  2. Cirrus
  3. Stratus
  4. Cumulonimbus
  5. Nimbostratus

ix. Which conditions are most suitable for poultry keeping?

  1. Moderate temperature and adequate ventilation
  2. Extreme cold and high humidity
  3. Strong winds all the time
  4. Continuous rainfall
  5. Excessively high temperatures

x. Which measure helps address the effects of climate change?

  1. Increasing charcoal use
  2. Dumping waste into rivers
  3. Planting trees and using clean energy
  4. Cutting down trees
  5. Burning forests

2. Match the items in List A with the correct answers in List B. (5 marks)

List A
List B
  1. Lake Victoria
  2. An area with a high population due to employment opportunities
  3. An instrument used to measure temperature
  4. An instrument used to measure wind speed
  5. Drought affecting agriculture
  1. Anemometer
  2. Shortage of water for crops
  3. Kenya and Uganda
  4. Thermometer
  5. Mining area
  6. Barometer
  7. Indian Ocean

3. Fill in the blanks using the correct words from the box. (5 marks)

Rufiji | congestion | climate | drains | land | barometer
  1. Two important resources for agriculture are water and __________.
  2. An increase in the number of people in one area can cause population __________.
  3. The average weather conditions of an area over a long period are called __________.
  4. Atmospheric pressure is measured using a __________.
  5. Roads are constructed with proper __________ to allow rainwater to flow away.

SECTION B: 20 MARKS

4. Arrange the following steps in the correct order. (10 marks)

  1. In conserving forest resources: planting seedlings, selecting a site, preparing holes, watering seedlings.
  2. In planning land use in a densely populated area: implementing the plan, identifying challenges, preparing a plan, collecting information.
  3. In recording temperature: writing down the results, reading the thermometer, placing the thermometer in a suitable location, waiting for the reading to stabilise.
  4. In preparing for heavy rainfall: clearing drains, monitoring weather forecasts, taking precautions, identifying high-risk areas.
  5. In dealing with drought on a farm: using water carefully, identifying water shortages, choosing an irrigation method, carrying out irrigation.

5. Answer the following questions briefly. (10 marks)

  1. State two benefits of mineral resources to the economy of Tanzania.
  2. Explain two effects of population growth on the use of natural resources.
  3. Name two types of clouds and the weather conditions associated with each.
  4. Explain two reasons why studying and forecasting weather is important.
  5. State two ways of reducing the effects of drought on agriculture.

SECTION C: 10 MARKS

6. Study the following diagram and answer the questions. (5 marks)
  1. What is the name of the instrument shown in the diagram?
  2. What does this instrument measure or indicate?
  3. Which direction is represented by NORTH in the diagram?
  4. Which direction is represented by EAST in the diagram?
  5. State one importance of knowing wind direction.

7. Read the following situations and answer the questions briefly. (5 marks)

  1. People in a village live near a lake. State one economic activity they can carry out using this resource sustainably.
  2. The population of a town has increased rapidly. Suggest one measure to prevent environmental degradation.
  3. A farmer has observed thick rain clouds. State one precaution the farmer can take.
  4. Fishermen are planning to go to sea. Explain why they should listen to weather forecasts.
  5. A village is experiencing prolonged drought. Suggest one way to support crop production.

END OF EXAMINATION

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PRIME MINISTER'S OFFICE, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

STANDARD V MIDTERM-2 EXAMINATION

GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENT

TIME: 1:30 HOURS AUG. SEPT. 2026

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. This paper consists of four questions.
  2. Answer all questions.
  3. Read the instructions in each question carefully.

1. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given.

(i) Which of the following is a renewable natural resource?

  1. Gold
  2. Coal
  3. Natural gas
  4. Water
  5. Oil

(ii) Which mineral is found only in Tanzania?

  1. Diamond
  2. Gold
  3. Tanzanite
  4. Coal
  5. Uranium

(iii) Which of the following is the longest river in Tanzania?

  1. Ruvuma River
  2. Wami River
  3. Pangani River
  4. Rufiji River
  5. Ruvu River

(iv) Which national park is well known for the migration of large herds of wildebeest?

  1. Gombe
  2. Serengeti
  3. Tarangire
  4. Katavi
  5. Mikumi

(v) Which of the following is an element of weather?

  1. Minerals
  2. Population
  3. Humidity
  4. Soil fertility
  5. Infrastructure

(vi) Which instrument is used to measure temperature?

  1. Rain gauge
  2. Thermometer
  3. Anemometer
  4. Wind vane
  5. Hygrometer

2. Match the items in LIST A with the correct answers in LIST B. Write the letter of the correct answer.

LIST A LIST B
  1. Tanzanite
  2. Rufiji River
  3. Serengeti National Park
  4. Rain gauge
  1. Instrument used to measure rainfall
  2. National park famous for wildebeest migration
  3. Mineral found only in Tanzania
  4. River that empties into the Indian Ocean through the Rufiji Delta
  5. Instrument used to measure temperature
  6. National park famous for chimpanzee research
  7. River that forms a natural border between Tanzania and Mozambique
  8. Mineral mainly found at Mwadui

3. Choose the correct answer from the words in the box and write it in the blank space.

weather    natural resources    renewable    meteorologist    environmental conservation    mining    humidity    water

(i) Things and raw materials found in the natural environment that can be used by human beings for different purposes are called ____________________.

(ii) Resources that can constantly regenerate themselves relatively in short periods after being used are called ____________________ resources.

(iii) The condition of the atmosphere of a specific area recorded over a short period is called ____________________.

(iv) A person who is knowledgeable about weather is called a ____________________.

(v) The act of using available resources in the environment sustainably is called ____________________.

4. Answer the following questions briefly.

(i) List down four natural resources found in Tanzania.

(ii) Mention four uses or benefits of water resources to people and the economy.

(iii) State four factors that influence population distribution.

(iv) Mention four methods of environmental conservation.

(v) List down four elements of weather.

5: Study the figure and answer the questions that follow.

(i) What type of population distribution is shown in the figure?

(ii) Mention two characteristics of the population distribution shown in the figure.

(iii) State two reasons why people may live far from one another in an area like the one shown in the figure.

(iv) Mention two natural resources that people may use in an area with sparse population distribution.

(v) Explain two advantages of this population distribution in the use and conservation of natural resources.

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TERMINAL EXAMINATION FOR STD FIVE 2026

SUBJECT- GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENT 

SECTION A: GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENT (26MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. For each of the items (i) – (xv), choose the correct answer and write its letter in the box provided: 

i. Which of the following is not classify as a natural resource in the vegetable farming projects?

  1. Land 
  2. water
  3. labour 
  4. seed 
  5. minerals

ii. Which resource directly enables the actual growth of vegetable crops?

  1. Money 
  2. machinery 
  3. seeds 
  4. labour 
  5. storage facilities

iii. A community in Tanzania wants to develop a sustainable income source from their local forest. Which forest-related activity would best provide income while preserving the forest’s environmental functions?

  1. Clear-cutting all trees for timber scale 
  2. Establishing a beekeeping project in the forest
  3. Converting the forest into agricultural farmland 
  4. Mining minerals inside the forest area
  5. Using the forest only for firewood collection without replanting

iv. The Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) needs to decide which action will most effectively protect the “big five” wildlife in a national park. Which management action is most appropriate?

  1. Allowing unrestricted tourist hunting of big five 
  2. Expanding agricultural zones inside the park
  3. Creating stricter anti-poaching patrols and habitat protection 
  4. Relocating the big five to private farms 
  5. Reducing the park’s protected area size

v. Some children have a tendency of defecating and urinating in water sources. What is the effects of that act?

  1. Increase of fish 
  2. Increase of water 
  3. spread of diseases 
  4. purify water 
  5. treat water

vi. Mr. Njate climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and reached the summit after three days. What did he see on the top of the Mountain?

  1. Ocean and dam 
  2. Manmade snow 
  3. Stone’s house only 
  4. Snow 
  5. accumulation of mud

2. Answer items (i) – (v) by matching the location of the national parks found in Tanzania in List A with their name in List B and write the letter of the correct response in the bracket provided.

LIST A

Answer

LIST B

i. North-western (Mara, Arusha, Simiyu)

A. Serengeti

B. Tarangire

C. Kondoa Irangi

D. Lake Manyara

E. Ngorongoro

F. Ruaha

G. Gombe

ii. Northern (Manyara, Arusha, Dodoma?

iii. Northern ( Arusha and Manyara)

iv. Southern western (Iringa and Mbeya)

3. i. What is the contribution of Gold to Tanzania economy ?

  1. _______________________________________
  2. _______________________________________

ii. Tanzania is also rich in renewable resources. Mention any two renewables resources.

  1. _______________________________________
  2. __________________________________

iii. To promote the blue economy sector, what sustainable use of resources should we focus on?

  1. ________________________________________
  2. ______________________________

4.Study the following map and then answer question (a) – (d) by writing the correct answer in the space provided.

A MAP OF MSANGALALE WARD

  image 

 

Questions:

a) How many mountains are there on map above?

________________________________________________________

b) Name any two man- made features shown on the map.

i) _______________________________________

ii) _________________________________________

c) What is the direction of the mosque from the church?

_________________________________________________________

d) How many bridges are there on the map above?

_________________________________________________________

e) What symbol from the map stand for the natural feature of the mountain? Draw the symbol.

__________________________________________________________

SECTION B: SPORT AND ARTS ( 24MARKS)

5. Choose the correct answer and write its letter in the box provided.

 i. The following are drawing tools except

A: Duster B: A water C: A pencil D: Table and chair 

ii. Which types of performing art is popular with pupils?. 

(A)Story telling (B)music (C) Recitation (D) Modelling

iii. What is the name of the clothes used by actors during performances? 

(A) Costume(B) Make up (C) Materials (d) clothes

iv .________is the art of portraying a character is a story or on a stage. 

(A) praying ( B) Acting (C) Running (D) Jumping

6. Match the items in list A against those in list B by writing the letter of the correct sentences beside the item number.

COLUMN A

COLUMN B

I

Rattle


A. Struck instruments

B. Cup

C. Kayamba

D. Flute

F. A traditional game played by two people using small seeds or shells

G. A game that is played by using hands by tree people

H. Percussion instrument

Ii

Drum


iii

Bao


iv

Wind instruments


v.

Rede


7. (a) Mention two main things to consider when acting out with actions and sound.  

(i)_________________________________________ 

(ii)_________________________________________

b.The children seen in the picture below are actors preparing to perform.

QUESTIONS 

i. What are people who do performing arts called? __________________________  

ii. What is that play called?._____________________________________________

iii. What are the clothes they are wearing called? ___________________________________

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