THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA, PRIME MINISTER'S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
FORM THREE TERMINAL EXAMINATIONS
013 GEOGRAPHY
Time: 3:00 Hours MAY 2026
INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION A:(16 marks)
Answer all questions in this section.
1. For each of the items [l] - [x] choose the most correct answer from the given alternative and then write it's letter beside the number in the answer booklet provided.
i. You have been visited the coastal area of Kilwa and you find the forest with deep roots and project above the mud and water to absorb oxygen. What kind of forest is that?
ii. If the time at Kampala Uganda in 15˚ E is 12:00 noon .What could be the longitude of Bujumbura if is 8:00 am ?
iii. Grandfather observed the tilting of the electrical poles and fences on a slope but he was not aware about the process which took place before. Do you think which process could be responsible ?
iv. Chakubanga is university student who conducted his research in the societies where the area is occupied by water that resulted to the lack of land for agriculture and settlements. Which methods should be advised the societies to use to overcome the problem?
v. Due to the elliptical shape of the earth’s orbit, the sun is closer to the earth at one point of the year than at another. How could you term the phenomena ?
vi. Stevenson's screen is painted by white color in order to
Vll. Chalinze at sea level has a temperature of 32' C what is the temperature of Babati 1500M above the sea level
Vlll. Joan wondered to see the objects with heads and bright tails in the sky which were made up of ball ice dusts and gases . According to your understanding what do you think were those objects?
ix. Amina cultivates a piece of land and she leaves it for some years regain to its fertility. She is now expecting to go back for cultivation next year. What is the type of cultivation Amina practicing?
x . Forces that affect the earth's crust leading into formation of anticlines and synclines are called.
2. Match the items in list A with the correct response in list B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the item number in the answer booklet provided.
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| i.Is the arrangement of soil on the slope from the top to the bottom. ii. Are the spaces between particles of the soil materials especially which is undistributed. iii.The vertical sections from the surface to the parent rock characterized by distinct layer. iv. Is the arrangement of soil particles into aggregate compound particles. v. The process of washing down nutrients in the solution from top soil to sub soil layer. vi. The mineral of silica or magnesium used to determine the amount of hydrogen ions in the soil. |
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SECTION B [54 marks]
Answer All questions in this section.
3.The molten material called magma can solidify either inside or outside of the earth's crust. By help of diagrams describe any three intrusive volcanic features associated with cooling of magma.
4.Maua's mother used to cultivate many crops in small area using local seeds and hand hoe and now she is blaming that she harvests nothing in three years and she is complaining that her neighbors are the one who cause that problem. Explain to her five ways on how she can improve her farming system instead of complaining to her neighbors.
5. Form Three students at Muungano Secondary school were assigned to conduct chain survey around their School farm as they were measuring they observed that the line of traverse was not properly stretched.
6. Zamoyoni was talking with his grandfather who believes that the earth’s shape is flat like a table. By using four evidences describe how Zamoyoni will prove to his grandfather that the earth is spherical.
7. You have met with your friend who doesn’t believe on potential use of Geological time scale. By the use of three points, convince him/her to understand its potential.
8. (a) Most of geographers have various perspectives toward classification of rocks, as a form three student who studied geomorphologic process, through the use of diagram classify types of rock according to the mode of formation.
(b) Explain how rocks are important for both social and economic development in our country. Give only five points
SECTION C [30 marks]
Answer only two (2) questions from this section.
9.Mwajuma and Rose are form three students who prefer to study about mass wasting that said to be the movement of weathered materials down the slope due to the gravitational force. As a form three student who studies mass wasting, use examples to explain five(5) factors affecting the rate of mass wasting.
10.Jane’s grandfather believes that studying geography in the current globalized world is just a wastage of time since each and every thing can be accessed through social network, television and internets. As a geography student assist Jane’s grandfather by proving that studying geography is significance in our daily life. Give five (5) points.
11. Jovan was inside the house when he observed a house shaking due to vibration of Earth's surface caused by natural forces operating beneath the Earth's crust. With examples, explain five effects of that hazard.
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FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY EXAM SERIES 259
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES,
TERMINAL EXAMINATION-MAY
GEOGRAPHY FORM THREE.
Time: 3Hours
Instructions
SECTON A (16 MARKS)
i. The prediction of the state of the atmosphere can be done through both modern and traditional methods. Which among the following does not fit among the traditional methods used to predict weather.
ii. Form four students at Ngomanight secondary school were making the revision on the concept of land forms formed by vulcanicity. What do you think was the correct classification of volcanic landforms?
v. Form two students at a certain school in Tanzania were taught that tourism can be done by observing minimum negative impact to the environment. Which type of tourism falls into this kind of practice?
vi. During December holiday Caren and Kellyne decided to visit Azam company Limited in Dar es salaam where different products are made.They could see Mangoes being changes into juice and milk into Azam ice-cream. In what type of human activity does the Azam Company Limited activities falls?
(i) Which among the following layers of the atmosphere is characterized by 16 kilometers -thick at the equator and its temperature decreases with an increase in altitude?
(ii) Suppose you are living in urban center and you are interested in keeping livestock. What type of livestock keeping would be suitable for you?
(v) Robert is living near the mountain within the time he noticed the bending of truck of trees and fences downward the slope. Identify the type of process occurred
(vi) Kadege and Anna were debating on the section of a river characterized by a sharp V-shaped valley and interlocking spurs. As you are familiar with those phenomena, select the correct answer to educate them.
(iii) Manchester United team scored a goal at 5:00 pm in England (150 W). At what at Dar es Salaam (450E) the goal was scored?
(iv) Recently in Chile, the land with vegetation was sliding down a slope and people were busy taking photographs and wondering to the situation. Tell them what type of geological process was taking place
2. Match the description of desert land forms in list A with the corresponding names in list B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the item number in the answer booklet(s)
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SECTION B: 54 MARKS
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
3.(a) Differentiate between longitudes and latitudes
(b) Give the importance of longitudes and latitudes
4. Describe the following features found on the ocean floor
5. (a) Explain the relationship between weather and climate
(b) Explain four impacts of climate change on human activities
6. (a) Explain the formation of orographic rainfall
(b) List five factors affecting the climate of a place
7. (a) State and explain three types of rocks according to their mode of formation
(b) Briefly explain economic importance of rocks
8.(a) Using a diagram explain the following features;
(b) Explain four importance of volcanic activities
SECTION B: 30 MARKS
Answer any two questions.
9.(a) Define mass wasting
(b) Explain the factors that affect the speed and nature of mass wasting.
10. Discuss the benefits of Rufiji Basin water Board
11. Describe four positive and four negative impacts of tourism in the world.
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FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY EXAM SERIES 170
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES
FORM THREE TERMINAL EXAMINATION
GEOGRAPHY
TIME:3 HRS MAY, 2023
INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION A (15 marks)
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SECTION B (55 marks)
Answer all questions
b) What are the economic importance of the features you have mentioned in 3(iv) above at least two (02)
4. Cash crops production in Tanzania 2013-2019.
| Years | sisal | cotton | coffee | Tea |
| 2013 | 113 | 42 | 53 | 14 |
| 2014 | 105 | 67 | 45 | 17 |
| 2015 | 92 | 50 | 53 | 17 |
| 2016 | 81 | 56 | 49 | 18 |
| 2017 | 86 | 60 | 48 | 17 |
| 2018 | 74 | 59 | 67 | 16 |
| 2019 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 13 |
(a)Name the two simplest way of presenting the data.
(b)Explain the three advantages and two disadvantages of presenting the data by simple methods mentioned in (a).
(c)Present the given data by using the compound bar graph.
5. a) Explain the meaning of chain surveying.
b) Describes five (5) principles of conducting chain surveying.
6. (a) (i) By using diagram show the three main parts of ground photographs.
(ii) Describe main distinctive features of oblique photographs.
(b) Mr. Msemakweli is a professional photographer at your school, he wanted to produce form four photo-entry form and identification cards for all form four students at your school.
(i) Identify the type of photograph that Mr. Msemakweli was likely to take.
(ii) Describe three advantages and disadvantages of the photograph named in (b) (i) above.
SECTION C (30 Marks)
Answer any two questions from this section.
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FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY EXAM SERIES 126
THE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
COMPETENCE BASED SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES
GEOGRAPHY TERMINAL EXAMINATION
FORM THREE-2022
INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION A (15 Marks)
Answer all questions in this section.
1. For each of the items (i) — (x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter besides the item number in the answer booklet provided.
(i)If Ronaldo scores a goal for his team playing in Colombo (80°E) at 4:00pm local time, what will be the best time at Mtwara (45°E) Tanzania?
(ii)The intensity of an earthquake is measured by an instrument called
(iii)Michewen at sea level has a temperature of 32°C. What is the temperature at Karatu 1500m above sea level?
(iv)Which of the following feature is formed by wind erosion?
(v)Which of the following has a limestone surface feature?
(vi)The sun is overhead at the equator every year on
(vii)A type of river erosion which increases the length of the river channel is called.
(viii)Most building materials in Tanzania originated in which type of rock?
(ix)Exfoliation is the type of weathering which mostly occurs:
(x)Why do two different countries located in different latitudes or hemispheres experience a similar type of natural vegetation? It is because of
2. Match the descriptions of vulcanism in Column A with the corresponding items in Column B by writing the letter of the corresponding answer beside the item number in the answer booklet provided.
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3. With the aid of a well labelled diagram, describe the underground karts region features.
4.Carefully study the table below which show the use of soft drinks in creates at Chapamaji village then answer the questions that follows
| Types of Soft drink | Coca Cola | Fanta | Pepsi | Mirinda | Novida |
| Number of Crates | 300 | 150 | 250 | 100 | 200 |
5. Mr Kazimoto as a chairman of Bajado village conducted a simple chain survey in order to get right measurement of the village farm.
6.Carefully study the weather data for a station in Australia and answer the questions that follow
| Month | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
| Temp(°C) | 28.3 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29 | 26.7 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| Rainfall (mm) | 380 | 330 | 240 | 175 | 170 | 5 | 2.5 | 2.2 | 17 | 50 | 210 | 230 |
7. Carefully study the photograph below and answer the questions that follow

SECTION C (30 marks)
Answer two (2) questions from this section
8.Explain six (6) problems facing peasantry agriculture in Tanzania
9.Explain six (6) limitations and six adverse effects of mining industry in African countries
10. It is known that; the earth rotates on its axis while revolving around the sun. Describe the significance of the Earth’s revolution. (Four (4) points)
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FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY EXAM SERIES 86
THE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SECONDARY EXAMINATION SERIES
GEOGRAPHYTERMINALEXAMINATION
FORM THREE-2021
Time: 3Hours
Instructions.
SECTION A (15 Marks)
Answer All questions in this section.
1. For each of the items (i) — (x), choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter besides the item number in the answer booklet provided.
2.Match the items in list A with the correct description in list B and write the answer in the space provided.
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SECTION B (55 Marks)
Answer all questions in this section.
3. Carefully study the map extract of Hanang (Sheet 84/4) provided and answer the following questions:
(a) Express the map scale as a statement.
(b) Find the bearing of grid reference 720220 to 680180.
(c) Giving three evidences from the map, suggest the climate of the mapped area.
(d) Suggest with evidence, five major economic activities which might take place in the area.
(e) Give four supportive contents of a topographical map provided.
(f) Mention three factors which affected the contents of the map given.
4. Study the following data showing the production of Irish Potatoes in a thousand (“000”) tones in three villages in Tanzania from 2000 to 2002, then answer the questions that follow:
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| 2000 | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| 2001 | 40 | 15 | 10 |
| 2002 | 50 | 20 | 10 |
(a) Construct a compound bar graph to show the production of Irish potatoes in the three villages.
(b) Give three advantages and two disadvantages of the compound bar graph.
(c) Suggest any other methods which could be used to present the data provided in the table.
5. (a) (i) Define chain survey.
(ii) Give four principles of chain survey.
(b) Give one reason for each of the following:
(i) Ranging pole has a pointed metal end.
(ii) Note book is important during field study.
(iii) Back bearings are taken during compass survey.
(iv) During surveying, measurements are called back by the booker.
6.Study the following photograph and answer the questions that follow:

7. (a) What is an earthquake?
(b) Briefly explain five effects of earthquakes.
(c) Describe four ways of reducing the risks of earthquakes.
SECTION C (30 Marks)
Answer two (2) questions from this section.
8. Elaborate eight reasons indicating why the transportation sector is important to the economy of Tanzania.
9. By using concrete examples, explain five negative effects of tourism in East Africa.
10. Examine the best ways which can ensure a sustainable use of forestry resources.
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FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY EXAM SERIES 53
THE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, LOCAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
GEOGRAPHY- TERMINAL EXAMINATION-MAY
FORM THREE
TIME: 3:00HRS 2020
NAME:_______________________________________________ CLASS:___________
INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION A (25 MARKS)
1. For each of the items (i-x), choose the correct answer among the given alternatives and write its letter beside the item number in the box provided.
(i) Great circle refers to:-
(ii) Pangani at sea level has a temperature of 32C, what is the temperature of Arusha 1500M above the sea level?
(iii) Plants with long roots, thorny stems, needle shaped leaves, wax or hair are found in:-
(iv) The slow movement of soil particles which can be recognized by bending of trees and fences is referred to as:-
(v) The secretary general of the U.N addressed the world from New York (75w 42N) at 7:30p.m Tuesday. At what time and day will the people in Dar es Salaam (45E 06S) hear the same speech?
(vi) The barysphere of the earth is made up of:
(vii) The name given to the boundary that demarcates solid materials from the molten mantle is:
(viii) _____________is a point where cold air from the polar regions meet warmer air from lower latitudes
(ix) Which one of the following combinations form chemical weathering?
(x) The earth is said to be oblate spherical because it is:
2. Match the items in list A with the response in list B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the item number.
| LIST A | LIST B |
| (i) The earth’s zone which is made up of nickel and iron (ii) Magma which reaches the earth’s surface and solidifies to form extrusive features (iii) A sheet of magma which lies along the bedding plane (iv) A wall like feature formed when a mass of magma cuts across the bedding plane (v) The uppermost layer of the earth |
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SECTION B (27 MARKS)
3. a) What do you understand by “Earthquake”?
b) Briefly explain five effects of earthquakes
c) Describe four ways of reducing the risks of earthquakes
4. (a) What is data in statistics?
(b) Explain with examples the following terms
5. There are a number of researches conducted from different areas across the world. Suggest four advantages of research findings to Tanzania as a developing country after giving the definition of the word research”
6. a) Define surveying.
b) When someone wants to conduct a survey he/she has to prepare himself/herself before. Explain four (4) important things a surveyor has to prepare before deciding to conduct a chain survey.
7. Study carefully the map extract of ENGARUKA BASIN sheet 54/1 and then answer the questions that follow:
8. Study carefully the photograph provided below then answer the questions that follow:

SECTION C 30 MARKS
9. Explain the factors that influence the exploitation of mineral resources.
10. With vivid examples explain the factors which contribute to the drastic movement of people from rural to urban areas.
11. How does rapid population explosion affect small scale agriculture?
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FORM THREE GEOGRAPHY EXAM SERIES 17