Fieldwork techniques — KCSE Geography

KCSE Geography · 42 practice questions · 4 syllabus objectives

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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.

Describe the stages involved in planning and conducting a geographical fieldwork investigation

Identify and apply data collection methods used in fieldwork: questionnaires, interviews, observation, transects and sampling techniques

Present and analyse fieldwork data using appropriate graphical, statistical and mapping techniques

Fieldwork techniques

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easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Name three stages involved in planning a geographical fieldwork investigation. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Identifying the research question or hypothesis (1 mk)

Selecting the study area and sampling methods (1 mk)

Preparing data collection tools and materials (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER2 marks

State two methods of collecting primary data during fieldwork in geography. (2 marks)

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Part (a) — 2 marks

Surveys or questionnaires to gather opinions and information (1 mk)

Direct observations of geographical features or processes (1 mk)

easyCalculation3 marks

A map has a scale of 1:25,000. What length on the ground is represented by 6cm on the map? Give your answer in metres. [3 marks]

State three uses of contours on a topographical map. [3 marks]

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