Map Skills for Year 5 Geography: Interactive Quizzes and Learning

Question 1

What's the main reason we use symbols on maps?

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To show real-world things like roads or rivers.

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To show where north is.

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To give the map a name.

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To show how big or small things are.

Question 2

Which imaginary line divides the Earth into two equal halves?

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Equator

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Prime Meridian

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Tropic of Cancer

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Tropic of Capricorn

Question 3

When using a ruler to measure the distance between two places on a map, which line should you align the ruler with?

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The straight line between the two places

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The shortest path between the two places

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The curved line between the two places

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The route you would take to travel between the two places

Question 4

When traveling, maps can be very useful. What is one advantage of using a map while traveling?

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It can help you find the quickest way to get to where you're going.

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It can tell you what animals live in a certain area.

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It can give you a list of all the restaurants in a city.

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It can translate foreign languages for you.

Question 5

Which of these is a feature of mountains or hills shown on a map, but is NOT a type of contour line?

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Hachure

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Index contour

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Intermediate contour

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Supplementary contour

Question 6

A map shows that 4 centimeters represents 80 kilometers in real life. How many centimeters on the map would represent 120 kilometers in real life?

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6 centimeters

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2 centimeters

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3 centimeters

Question 7

When using a map, what is the most important thing to know?

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The map's scale

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The map's title

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The map's symbols

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The map's grid lines

Question 8

What do contour lines on a map show?

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The height of the land

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The direction of water flow

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The location of roads

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The boundaries of countries

Question 9

Which imaginary line circles the Earth exactly halfway between the North Pole and the South Pole?

Accepted Answer

Equator

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Tropic of Cancer

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Tropic of Capricorn

Question 10

On a map, which symbol usually shows areas with trees?

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Green circle

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Blue circle

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Yellow star

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Red square

Question 11

In a four-figure grid reference, which number tells you the vertical position of a place on a map?

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The first number

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The second number

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The third number

Question 12

When choosing a map, what is the most important thing to consider?

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The level of detail shown

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The size of the map

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The age of the map

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The cost of the map

Question 13

Which lines on a map connect points that are at the same height above sea level?

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Contour Lines

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Latitudes

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Longitudes

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Altitude

Question 14

What does the compass rose on a map help you find?

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North, south, east, and west, and the directions in between

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How far apart different places are

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The size of things on the map

Question 15

Which line of latitude is 60 degrees north of the Equator?

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60 degrees North

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Tropic of Cancer

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Arctic Circle

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Tropic of Capricorn

Question 16

On a map, contour lines join up points that have the same:

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Elevation

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Temperature

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Humidity

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Rainfall

Question 17

Which symbol on a map typically shows a forest?

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A group of green trees

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A green triangle

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A brown square

Question 18

What does the scale on a map show?

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The distance between two points on the map and the ground

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How detailed the map is

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The direction of north on the map

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The size of the map

Question 19

In a six-figure grid reference, what does the final number represent?

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The distance in meters within a one-kilometer square

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The distance in kilometers from the Prime Meridian

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The letter code for the map sheet

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The height above sea level

Question 20

What do contour lines on a map connect?

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Points of equal elevation

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Points of equal temperature

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Points of equal rainfall

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Points of equal population

Question 21

Which specialized computer program is designed to store and display information about locations on Earth?

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Geographical Information System (GIS)

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Word processor

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Spreadsheet

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Web browser

Question 22

Which map scale will show you the most detail about a town?

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1:10,000

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1:100,000

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1:1,000,000

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1:10

Question 23

Which of these is not a type of map projection?

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Perspective

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Cylindrical

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Conical

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Interrupted

Question 24

Which type of image on a map shows a 2D view of the Earth's surface taken from high up, usually using planes or satellites?

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Aerial photograph

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Satellite image

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Topographic map

Question 25

On a map, which symbol shows a hospital?

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Red cross

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Green triangle

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Blue square

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Yellow circle

Question 26

You are facing north on a map. Which direction is to your left?

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West

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East

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South

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North

Question 27

What do the colors and patterns in a map legend usually show?

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Land use, vegetation, or other features

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Different types of roads

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The height or elevation of the land

Question 28

Which of these units of measurement is commonly used to show distances on maps in the United Kingdom?

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Miles

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Centimetres

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Metres

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Kilometres

Question 29

Which symbol on a map typically represents something made by humans?

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A red triangle

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A wavy blue line

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A brown circle

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A green blob

Question 30

On a map, what does a triangle with a tree inside usually show?

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Forest

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Hospital

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Church

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Car park

Question 31

To pinpoint the exact location of a place on a map, which of the following is essential?

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Coordinates (latitude and longitude)

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Map symbols and legends

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Compass points and direction

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Aerial photographs and satellite images

Question 32

In a map with squares, how do you find a specific place?

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Using a grid reference

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Using latitude and longitude

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Using a compass

Question 33

You're planning a bike ride using a map with a scale of 1:25,000. The distance between the start and finish of your route on the map is 5 cm. How far will you actually ride in kilometers?

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1.25 kilometers

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1 kilometer

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2 kilometers

Question 34

What is a disadvantage of using maps?

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Maps can be out of date.

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Maps provide a visual representation of an area.

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Maps show the location of different places.

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Maps can be used to measure distances.

Question 35

When choosing a map for your camping trip, which scale would provide the most detailed information to help you find the best campsite?

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1:25,000

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1:50,000

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1:100,000

Question 36

You're going on a hike with your family through forests, hills, and streams. Which map would be best for planning your route?

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A map showing elevation and landforms

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A map showing country borders

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A map showing roads and highways

Question 37

Why might a map not always show you everything you need to know?

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Maps are often simplified to make them easier to use.

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Maps are always 100% accurate.

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Maps are always drawn by hand.

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Maps are not updated regularly.

Question 38

When using a map to find a place, what is the purpose of the triangulation method?

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To locate a place by drawing lines from two or more known points until they meet.

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To create a new map by dividing an area into triangles and adding details.

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To measure the distance between two points on a map.

Question 39

When making a thematic map, what's the most important thing to think about when choosing data and colors?

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The purpose of the map and who it's for

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How much data is available and which colors look best

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How big the map is and which colors contrast well

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How much it costs to make the map and which colors are easiest to print

Question 40

How can maps be helpful when planning the layout of a new town?

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Maps can show good areas to build houses.

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Maps can show where to put roads and transport.

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Maps can help find good places for businesses.

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Maps can track animal movement.

Question 41

Which of these is NOT a type of map used to provide information about the world?

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Treasure map

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Physical map

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Political map

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Navigation map

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a type of map?

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Animal map

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Physical map

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Political map

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Contour map

Question 43

What is the purpose of a map key?

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To explain what the symbols on the map represent

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To show the direction of north

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To indicate the scale of the map

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To provide information about the location of places

Question 44

What is the scale of a map that shows 1 cm on the map represents 10 km in real life?

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1:100,000

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1:10,000

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1:1,000

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1:100

Question 45

Which of the following directions is represented by the letter 'E' on a compass?

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East

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North

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South

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West

Question 46

What is the term for a three-dimensional representation of the Earth?

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Globe

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Atlas

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Map

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Diagram

Question 47

What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?

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London

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Paris

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Rome

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Madrid

Question 48

Which of these is not a type of map?

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Painting

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Physical map

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Political map

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Topographic map

Question 49

What information does the scale of a map provide?

Accepted Answer

The distance represented by a unit on the map

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The size of the map

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The direction of north

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The symbols used on the map

Question 50

What is the purpose of a map key?

Accepted Answer

To explain the symbols used on the map

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To show the scale of the map

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To provide directions for getting to places

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To indicate the elevation of different areas

Question 51

What does the contour line on a topographic map represent?

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The height of the land

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The distance to the nearest water body

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The direction of the slope

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The type of vegetation in the area

Question 52

On a map, which picture would you look for to find a park?

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Image of trees

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Image of a house

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Image of a person with arms raised

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Image of a church

Question 53

What is the main purpose of a map key?

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To help you understand the symbols on a map

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To measure the distance between two points

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To calculate the area of a region

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To find the location of landmarks

Question 54

Which symbol on a map usually represents a river?

Accepted Answer

A blue line

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A black dot

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A red cross

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A green triangle

Question 55

Which direction is shown at the top of a map?

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North

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South

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East

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West

Question 56

What is the purpose of a compass rose on a map?

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To show the main directions

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To show the distance to different places

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To help you draw lines on the map

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To find the location of mountains

Question 57

Which of these is NOT usually shown on a physical map?

Accepted Answer

Cities

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Mountains

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Rivers

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Forests

Question 58

What do contour lines on a topographical map represent?

Accepted Answer

Lines of equal height

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Lines of equal distance from a landmark

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Lines of equal temperature

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Lines of equal rainfall

Question 59

Which of these is NOT a main compass direction?

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Up

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North

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East

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South

Question 60

What is a map legend for?

Accepted Answer

To explain the symbols on the map

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To show distances between places

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To provide a story about the map

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To show the directions on the map

Question 61

Which of these on a map is a scale?

Accepted Answer

A line that shows the distance represented by a certain length on the map

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A list of symbols used on the map

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A description of the area shown on the map

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An explanation of the colors used on the map

Question 62

Which of these is NOT a use of maps?

Accepted Answer

Practicing math skills

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Planning journeys

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Finding the location of places

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Understanding the weather

Question 63

What is the most important reason for using a grid reference on a map?

Accepted Answer

To locate an exact place on the map

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To show the direction to travel

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To find the distance between two places

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To understand the size of the area on the map

Question 64

Which of these is a natural feature that you might find marked on a map?

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Mountain

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Hospital

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Post office

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School