PRESIDENT'S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM THREE ANNUAL EXAMINATION

013 GEOGRAPHY 

TIME: 3:00 Hours November, 2025

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of eleven (11) questions.
2. Answer all questions in section A, B and two (2) questions from section C.
3. Section A carries sixteen (16) marks, section B fifty-four (54) marks and section C thirty (30) Marks.
4. Map extract of LIWALE sheet 280/4 is provided.
5. All working must be in blue or black ink, except for diagrams that must be drawn in pencil.
6. All communication devices, and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.
7. Write your name on every page of your answer sheet (s)

SECTION A (16 Marks) 

Answer all questions in this section

1. For each of the item (i) – (x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the answer sheet (s) provided

(i) All the following are famous tourist attraction sites in Tanzania except; 

1. Mikumi wildlife, Tarangire and Ruaha reserve.
2. Serengeti national park, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mikumi
3. Selous reserve, Tarangire and Mikumi Park
4. Tsavo, Turkana and Oldonyo Lengai
5. Tarangire, Ruaha reserve and Serengeti national park

(ii) SIMA and SIAL are separated by the zone called;

1. Sialic 
2. Mohorovic discontinuity 
3. Mesosphere
4. Conrad discontinuity
5. Gutenberg discontinuity

(iii) Chemical weathering is most dominant in areas of;

1. High temperature and high humidity 
2. Low temperature and low humidity 
3. High temperature and low humidity
4. Low temperature and high Humidity
5. Only high temperature

(iv) The prediction of the state of atmosphere in a region for 24 to 48 hours is known as;

1. Weather elements 
2. Weather report 
3. Weather instruments
4. Weather station
5. Weather forecasting

(iv) The temperature of Dodoma at 1200 meters above the sea level is 20℃. What will be the temperature of Mbeya at 2000 meters above sea level?

1. 16℃ 
2. 18℃ 
3. 15.2℃ 
4. 14.8℃ 
5. 30.4℃

(v) A channel diverging from the main river and flowing into the sea or lake by a separate mouth is known as;

1. Watershed 
2. Distributary 
3. Tributary 
4. Ox – bow lake, 
5. A stream

(vi) Suppose the local time at Greenwich meridian is 12:00 noon, what is the local time at Msepe which is 10°S 40°E?

1. 12:20 AM 
2. 2:00PM 
3. 2:20 PM 
4. 2:40 PM 
5. 2:40 AM

(vii) Suppose you are living in urban center and you are interested in keeping livestock. What type of livestock keeping would be suitable for you?

1. Nomadism 
2. Ranching 
3. Transhumance 
4. Pastoralism 
5. Sedentary

(viii) If the location of a point on a map is given by grid reference 365490, then;

1. 490 are northings 
2. 490 are Eastings 
3. 365 are degrees
4. 365 are northings
5. 365 are longitudes

(x) Soil is among factors which determines economic activities together with;

1. Climate 
2. Type of zone 
3. Nature of people
4. Agricultural activities
5. Equatorial zones

2. Match the descriptions of River rejuvenation features in Column A with the corresponding features in Column B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the item number in the answer sheet (s) or booklet(s) provided.

SECTION B (54 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section.

3. Carefully Study the map extracts of Liwale sheet 280/4 provided, then answer the questions that follow

1. With supporting evidence from the map, describe settlement pattern of the mapped area.
2. By giving the evidence from the map, name four socio-economic activities carried out in the area 
3. Calculate the area covered by forest using square method. Give your answer in Km².
4. Change the scale of the map into a statement scale
5. By giving evidence from the map, describe two main types of transport found in the mapped area.

4. Study the table below showing production of coffee in Tanzania in“000”tons 1990 to 1996.

1. Construct a divergent line graph to represent the data above 
2. Give an alternative method that can be used to show the above data. 
3. What are the two merits and two demerits of the method used?

5. Carefully study the following statistical data and then answer the questions that follow;

a. What do you understand by the following statistical terms?

1. Mode
2. Median
3. Mean

(b) What are the uses of statistical graphs and diagrams? Give four (4) points.

6. (a) After learning different types of simple land survey students were asked to explain fruits of studying chain survey but only Yoweri failed to explain. Assume you are a student who understood the lesson, how will you help him to explain fruits of chain survey? (Any five points)

7. Study the following photograph below then answer the questions that follow:

1. With two reasons, name the type of photograph shown above
2. State the title of the photograph
3. Mention four famous regions in Tanzania where this crop is grown
4. Mention two condition necessary for the growth of crop you have mentioned in (a) above e. State the scale of photograph
5. With evidence show two contribution of crop shown to the economy of Tanzania

8. Juma and Baraka conduct a dialogue about the shape of the earth, Juma said that ‘the shape of the earth is flatted sphere’ but Baraka argue that ‘the shape of the earth is spherical’ with six (6) points, justify the Juma’s argument

SECTION C (30 MARKS) 

Answer two (2) questions from this section

9. Construction of Nyerere dam helps Tanzanians to earn advantageous than disadvantageous, as a student who studied regional focal studies in form two what you think Tanzanians will enjoy for that project.

10. Plantation is the most common form of agriculture practiced in tropical region of Africa, Asia and South America. Justify six (6) characteristics of plantation agriculture practiced these areas.

11. The Minister of national resources and Tourism in Tanzania has been so much active in promoting tourism sector. “Despite the economic significance of the sector, there are negative impacts to our country”. Elaborate this statement by giving six (6) points.

THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA PRESIDENT’S OFFICE – REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT 

FORM THREE ANNUAL EXAMINATION – 2025 

GEOGRAPHY 

TIME: 3 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of three sections A, B and C.
2. Answer all questions in sections A and B and two (2) questions from section C.
3. Cellular phones and unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.
4. Write your answers in the spaces provided.
5. All drawings should be neat and well-labeled.

SECTION A (16 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1. Multiple Choice Questions (10 marks)

• Choose the correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter in the answer booklet.

(i) Which of the following instruments is used to measure wind direction? 

1. Thermometer 
2. Anemometer 
3. Wind vane 
4. Barometer

(ii) Rift valleys are mainly formed due to: 

1. Erosional activities 
2. Compressional forces 
3. Tensional forces 
4. Denudation

(iii) Which type of climate is characterized by rainfall throughout the year and high humidity? 

1. Mediterranean climate 
2. Equatorial climate 
3. Desert climate 
4. Tundra climate

(iv) Which of the following is a secondary source of geographic information? 

1. Aerial photographs 
2. Topographic maps 
3. Field observation 
4. Textbooks

(v) The line that joins all places of equal rainfall on a map is called: 

1. Contour 
2. Isobar 
3. Isohyet 
4. Isotherm

(vi) Which of the following minerals is non-metallic? 

1. Gold 
2. Iron 
3. Limestone 
4. Copper

(vii) The process through which sand and pebbles grind against the riverbed and banks is known as:

1. Attrition 
2. Abrasion 
3. Solution 
4. Hydraulic action

(viii) Which one of the following is a human factor influencing population distribution? 

1. Fertility of soils 
2. Climate 
3. Political stability 
4. Relief

(ix) The boundary between the Earth’s crust and the mantle is called: 

1. Asthenosphere 
2. Mohorovičić discontinuity 
3. Core-mantle boundary 
4. Lithosphere

(x) Which of the following renewable energy sources is mostly developed in Tanzania? 

1. Wind power 
2. Solar power 
3. Hydroelectric power 
4. Geothermal power

2. Matching Items (6 marks)

Match the descriptions in List A with the correct terms in List B by writing the letter of the correct response. Each choice may be used once only.

SECTION B (54 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section. Each question carries 9 marks .

3. Carefully study the map extract of Kigoma sheet (92/3) and answer the questions that follow

(a) Calculate the length of Uvinza road in kilometers from grid reference 020635 to grid reference 950648

(b) Describe with evidence two methods used to show relief features from the map

(c) Citing evidence from the map, suggest three economic activities and two social activities that are taking place on the mapped area

(d) With evidence from the map describe any three functions of Kigoma town

(e) With evidence outline three types of settlement patterns from the map

(f) State three factors that might affect the content of a topographical map given.

4. Survey

During a school fieldwork exercise, students were assigned to carry out a chain survey around the school compound. (a) Explain three reasons why chain survey is suitable for such a task.

(b) Mention two challenges the students might encounter while using the chain survey method. (c) Describe two precautions to be taken when booking field data.

5. Photography

Study the photograph below and answer questions that follows;

(a) Differentiate between ground photographs and aerial photographs. (b) Suggest three human activities taking place in the area shown. (c) Explain two advantages of using photographs in geographical studies.

6. Statistics

The table below shows the production of maize in a certain district (in tonnes) from 2020 to 2024.

(a) Draw a simple line graph to represent the data. 

(b) Describe the trend of maize production from 2020 to 2024. (c) State two advantages of presenting data using graphs.

7. Forces Affecting the Earth

(a) Distinguish between endogenic and exogenic forces. 

(b) With examples, explain two effects of volcanic activities on human environment. (c) Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of earthquakes.

8. Structure of the Earth

(a) Outline three characteristics of the earth’s core. (b) Explain two roles of the atmosphere in supporting life. (c) Suggest two ways in which the biosphere interacts with the lithosphere.

SECTION C (30 Marks)

Answer two (2) questions from this section. Each question carries 15 marks .

9. Sustainable Mining Activities

Mining is one of the major economic activities in Tanzania but has led to several environmental problems. With reference to specific examples, discuss six sustainable mining practices that can promote both economic development and environmental conservation.

10. Sustainable Forestry

Deforestation is a serious environmental challenge in many parts of Africa. Using case studies from Tanzania , analyze the causes of deforestation and propose five strategies for promoting sustainable forestry .

11. Sustainable Use of Power and Energy Sources

Energy is vital for economic development, but unsustainable use of power sources contributes to global warming. With relevant examples, evaluate the importance of sustainable use of power and energy resources in Tanzania and suggest five measures to ensure their sustainability.

THE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM THREE ANNUAL EXAMINATION

GEOGRAPHY

TIME: 3 HOURS       NOVEMBER 2024 

Instructions

1. This paper consists of three sections A, B and C with a total of eleven (11) questions. 

2. Answer all questions in sections A and B and two (2) questions from section C. 

3. Section A carries sixteen (16) marks, section B carries fifty-four (54) marks and section C carries thirty (30) marks. 

4. Map extract of LIWALE (Sheet 280/4) is provided. 

5. Cellular phones and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room. 

6. All writings should be in blue or black ink while drawings should be in pencil. 

7. Write your Examination Number on every page of your answer booklet(s) 

SECTION A (16 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this sections

1. For each of the item (i)-(x); choose the correct answer from the among the given alternatives and write its letter in the box provided

(i) Why does the sun appear larger than other stars that are seen at night? 

A. The capacity of our eyes does not view far during the night 

B. Starlight bends as it passes planets 

C. The earth’s atmosphere filters out light from other stars 

D. Day light brightens the sun making it appear larger 

E. The sun is closer to the earth than other stars 

(ii) If the temperature of Dar es Salaam at 100m above the sea level is 30oC, identify the temperature of Moshi at 3200m above the sea level. 

A. 30oC 

B. 29oC 

C. 10.8oC 

D. 11.4oC 

E. 19.2oC 

(iii) Ngotho and Kamau observed the rain water which penetrate in the ground during the rain season. Which term describes that process? 

A. Evaporation 

B. Evapotranspiration 

C. Infiltration 

D. Condensation 

E. Precipitation 

(iv) Form six students at Maliangumu Secondary School were taught that the Southern Tourist circuit or centre in Tanzania promotes ecotourism. Which of the following is not encouraged in the promotion of ecotourism in the area? 

A. Discouraging forest fire 

B. Environmental conservation 

C. Afforestation 

D. Coastal attraction 

E. Protecting endangered species 

(v) Msemo is working in soaps and toothpastes manufacturing industry as a machine operator. In which type of industry does he work among the following? 

A. Food processing industry 

B. Metallurgical industry 

C. Chemical industry 

D. Craft industry 

E. Beverage industry 

(vi) Tourists from Katoro Kagera visited Amboni Cave. They were excited to see mass of limestone deposits that hang from the roof of the cave. Which features did they see? 

A. Stalagmites 

B. Stalactites 

C. Polje 

D. Natural pillar 

E. Uvala 

(vii) When agricultural officer visited in our farm said that “This soil has high ability to support plant growth and produce high yield.” Which term relates with that statement? 

A. Soil pH 

B. Soil porosity 

C. Soil fertility 

D. Soil shape 

E. Soil water 

(viii) My uncle travelled from Dar es Salaam to Mtwara by using “Buti la Zungu” luxury bus. Which element of weather can easily affect that means of transport? 

A. Wind 

B. Humidity 

C. Precipitation 

D. Temperature 

E. Pressure 

(ix) “The deadly Mudslide claimed 65 lives and left 115 others injured in Hanang.” Daily news reported. Which term describes that event? 

A. Weathering 

B. Earthquake 

C. Floods 

D. Mass wasting 

E. Volcanic eruption 

(x) Despite its importance, airport activities are contributing to the environmental pollution. Which type of pollution it generates? 

A. Soil and water pollution 

B. Air and soil pollution 

C. Noise and air pollution 

D. Radiation and noise pollution 

E. Air and radiation pollution 

2. Match the description of features formed by wind erosion in Column A with corresponding features in column B by writing the letter of correct answer beside item number in answer booklet provided.

SECTION B (54 Marks) 

Answer all questions in this section 

3. Carefully study the extract map of Liwale sheet 280/4 then answer the following questions: 

(a) Find the area covered by forest in km2 north of 200. 

(b) With evidences from mapped area, state the direction of river Liwale. 

(c) Describe two (2) methods used to show the relief on the mapped area. 

(d) With two (2) reasons to what extent settlement and transport affect vegetation of the mapped area? 

4. Olabisi constructed a pie chart showing a favourite soft drinks used by 72 customers on her shop. The angles of the pie chart used are given below: 

(a) Calculate actual number of customers who liked soft drinks shown on the table above. 

(b) Use the simplest method by means of bar to show the actual value of the soft drinks liked by customers obtained in (a) above. 

(c) Describe two (2) demerits of the method used by Olabisi to show the favourite soft drinks. 

5. The Municipal survey team in Tanga City is expecting to measure the length of the street roads that have been affected by heavy rainfall for improvement. 

(a) What is the first step to be carried out before actual measurements? 

(b) Why that step is important? (Two (2) points) 

(c) Apart from measuring devices, point out five (5) equipment with their uses. 

6. The villagers from Oldonyo Lengai observed an eruption of molten rocks (magma/lava) that flows outside the earth’s crust. After sometime the molten rock cooled and solidified. 

(a) Name the type of rocks found in that village. 

(b) Describe three (3) characteristics of the rocks named in (a) above. 

(c) Highlight three (3) economic importance of the rocks found in that area. 

7. Carefully study the following photograph and answer the questions that follow: 

(a) With one reason identify the type of photograph. 

(b) Give the name of the phenomenon which has taken place in the photograph. 

(c) With two (2) points explain how urbanization influences the above phenomenon. 

(d) Describe two (2) possible solutions would be taken to overcome that problem. 

8. Form three students visited the river mouth of Rufiji River and they found the river pours in water into the Indian ocean by spreading many small channels called distributaries covering a wide flat land with alluvium deposit forming a triangular shaped feature

(a) Identify feature observed by form three students

(b) Describe four (4) condition necessary for the formation of a feature named above in (a) above

(c) Briefly explain four importance of a feature in (a) above

SECTION C (30 Marks)

Answer only two (2) questions in this section 

9. Despite the challenges the mining sector faces, it has advantages to our economy. With six (6) points support the statement. 

10. Form four students of Maji ya Chai secondary school visited three different places and identified different types of soil with variation of physical and chemical properties. Explain six(6) Physical properties of soil they observed.

11. Propose ways of conserving and preserving natural forest for sustainable development

THE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES

ANNUAL EXAMINATION, NOV -2023

FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY

INSTRUCTIONS  TIME:2: 30

1. This Paper Consist Two Section A & B With A Total Of Twelve (12) Questions.
2. Answer All Questions In Section ‘’A ‘’ And Two Question From Section ‘’B’’
3. Section “A” Caries Seventy (15) Marks, Section B’’ Thirty (30) Marks.
4. Programmable Calculator, Cellular Phones And Any Unauthorized Materials Are Not Allowed In The Examination Room.
5. Write Your Name On Every Page Of Your Answer Sheet.

SECTION A (16-MARKS)

1. For each of items (i) – (ix), choose the most correct answer from among given alternatives given and write its letter on your answer sheet beside item number

1. One of the following is a set of factors affecters climate

1. Ocean Current, altitude sleet and Barometer
2. Distance from sees rainfall, cloud cover, latitude
3. Prevailing wind, latitude, rainfall, hygrometer aspect
4. Altitude, Temperature, and Earth notation
5. Humidity, dew point, atmosphere pressure raingauge

2. Soil has physical, chemical and Biological properties which of the following are physical properties of soil

1. Colour, clay, texture, structure and porosity
2. Porosity, colour, texture, density and structure
3. Texture, silt, structure, porosity and sand
4. Porosity, profile, structure, Texture and fertility
5. Fertility, structure, texture, porosity and colour

3. Which statement is true regarding air transport

1. It facilitates integration of global economy
2. It is the fastest means of transport in the world
3. It is the most appropriate means of transport for perishable goods
4. It is categorized into local and domestic
5. It is one of the most expensive means of Trans sport

4. If the minimum temperature recorded in a day to 12°C and maximum temperature recorded in C day is 38°C. Find daily range temperature.

1. 50°C
2. 26°C
3. 50°C
4. 26°C
5. 55°C

5. The following are aspects of physical geography except

1. Natural features of the earth
2. Structure of the earth
3. Distribution of plants and animal
4. Population growth and distribution
5. Formation and Distribution of land forms

6. Suppose you want to invest and engage in commercial livestock-keeping. Which three categories of Commercial livestock-keeping will you consider?

1. Pastoralism, sedentary, nomadism
2. Traditional, modem and pure livestock keeping
3. Traditional livestock keeping, cattle keeping, diary keeping
4. Beef livestock; Dairy livestock keeping and sheep keeping
5. Pastoralism, cattle keeping, and sedentary animal keeping

7. Which of the following is an example of residual mountain

1. Sekenke hills in Singida
2. Kibo in Kilimanjaro
3. Uluguru in Morogoro
4. Usambara in Tanga
5. Meru in Arusha

8. What is the best name of a form of energy that is created by force of flowing water from mountains or high land form?

1. Geothermal energy
2. Non-renewable energy
3. Hydro-electric power
4. Waterfalls energy
5. Wind energy

9. A physical feature in which a piece of land enters the ocean is called

1. Cape
2. Peninsula
3. Gulf
4. Straight
5. Tributary

10. Which of the following is not a component of the solar system

1. Sun
2. Planet
3. Plateau
4. Meteoroid
5. Asteroid

2. Match the description of features formed by wind in LIST A with corresponding feature in LIST B by writing the letter of correct answer beside item number in answer booklet provide.

3. Form four students from Anwarite girls secondary school were conducting a land Survey in order to determine linear measurement to establish vegetable gardens and determine bounder of the school land for different uses. In light of this statement answer questions below

1. Identify the survey techniques used by students
2. Give two importance of survey technique used above
3. Explain why survey technique identified above is referred to as simplest method of surveying give 2 reasons
4. What was the first step employed in the survey technique you have identified above and why do you think the step is important to survey team?
5. Suppose in process of surveying in survey technique. You have identified above, the survey team encountered a river as an obstacle, with aid of well labeled diagram, suggest a suitable method they used to overcome the obstacle.

4. Study the following photograph and answer a question that follows.

1. With two (2) evidence, name the type of photograph
2. What is the name of dominant vegetation shown on photographed area?
3. With one evidence from the photograph, suggest the climate of photographed area
4. In three (3) points show how vegetations depicted on the photograph adapt to climatic condition of the area
5. Name the feature appearing on the back ground of the photograph and describe the geomorphic process responsible for its formation.

5. Study the following table which indicates Electricity generation in giga watts per hour at Kinyerezi power plant in Tanzania from 2016 to 2020

1. Draw a multiple bar graph and precisely comment on the graph
2. Give two (2) advantage and two (2) disadvantages of using multiple bar graph
3. Identify two (2) alternative method which may be used to present statistical information from given table

6. Study the map extract of SIKONGE (Sheet 13712) and then answer the questions

1. Using the given RF scale, determine the length of the road in Kilometers from grid reference 740829 to grid reference 760881
2. Determine the area at the right hand side of northing 800 in km²
3. With examples, name two (2) ways used to show height of the land on the mapped area
4. Under what climatic region is mapped area found?

7. Draw and label eight features of ocean floor
8. Explain six (6) challenges facing green tourism

SECTION C. (30 MARKS)

Answer any two (2) questions

9. Solar energy is the friendliest source to environment. However it is not harnessed in large quantities on other sources. What might be reasons for the problem and possible solutions give six points

10. Tanzania is known to have a conducive and prospective geological environment with abundant potential of mineral deposits. In six (6) points explain the importance of mining sector to economy of Tanzania

11. In six points, explain factors affecting soil formation in Ngara District.