Map Making with Computers: Interactive Quizzes for Year 4 Geography

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of data often used in GIS?

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Details of important events in history

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Information about people living in an area

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Data showing how land is being used

Question 2

A popular software program used for GIS is:

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ArcGIS

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Google Earth

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Microsoft Maps

Question 3

A 'map projection' is:

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A way of showing the Earth's surface on a flat map

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A tool for measuring distances on a map

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A type of GIS data layer

Question 4

A 'metadata' file in GIS is:

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Information that describes a GIS dataset

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A type of map layer

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A tool for editing GIS data

Question 5

What is the difference between vector data and raster data?

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Vector data is made up of points, lines, and shapes, while raster data is made up of a grid of squares.

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Raster data is made up of points, lines, and shapes, while vector data is made up of a grid of squares.

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Vector data is used to show continuous information, while raster data is used to show discrete information.

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Raster data is used to show continuous information, while vector data is used to show discrete information.

Question 6

What is the difference between 'where things are' and 'what things are like' information in a GIS?

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'Where things are' shows locations, while 'what things are like' describes those locations.

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'Where things are' is in numbers, while 'what things are like' is in words.

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'What things are like' is more important than 'where things are'.

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There is no difference between them.

Question 7

What do maps do in GIS?

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Show 'where things are' information

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Store 'what things are like' information

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Help analyze information

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Do calculations

Question 8

What does GIS stand for?

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Geographical Information System

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Global Information System

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Geographic Information Science

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Global Information Service

Question 9

GIS can be used to solve many real-world problems. Which of these is an example of a real-world problem that GIS can help solve?

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Finding the quickest way to get to school

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Telling us what the weather will be like tomorrow

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Making a map of your neighborhood

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Finding your lost dog

Question 10

Which of the following types of data can a GIS store and analyze?

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Both spatial and non-spatial data

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Spatial data only

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Non-spatial data only

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Neither spatial nor non-spatial data

Question 11

What is the purpose of spatial analysis in GIS?

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To find patterns and relationships in data

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To make maps

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To collect information

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To keep GIS systems running

Question 12

What is the term for making a map in GIS?

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Cartography

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Georeferencing

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Geocoding

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Digitizing

Question 13

What is the full meaning of GIS?

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Geographical Information System

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Geography Information System

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Global Information System

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Geospatial Information System

Question 14

What is the difference between a GIS layer and a GIS feature?

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A layer is a group of features, while a feature is a single object on the map.

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A feature is a group of layers, while a layer is a single object on the map.

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A layer and a feature are the same thing.

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There is no difference between a layer and a feature.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of raster data?

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A satellite image

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A map of country borders

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A list of city populations

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A network of roads

Question 16

What is the main difference between spatial data and non-spatial data?

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Spatial data has a location, while non-spatial data does not.

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Non-spatial data has a location, while spatial data does not.

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There is no difference between spatial data and non-spatial data.

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Spatial data is more important than non-spatial data.

Question 17

You have a map of your neighborhood and a map of all the hospitals in your city. How can you use GIS to find the hospital that is closest to your house?

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Put the map of hospitals on top of the map of your neighborhood.

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Write down all the hospitals in your city and where they are.

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Use a GPS to find the nearest hospital.

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Measure the distance from your house to each hospital on the map.

Question 18

What does GIS stand for?

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Geographic Information System

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Global Internet System

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Geospatial Information System

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Graphical Information System

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a common use of GIS?

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Playing video games

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Creating maps

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Analyzing data

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Solving problems

Question 20

What is a layer in GIS?

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A set of related information on a map

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A type of map projection

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A tool for data analysis

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A way to store data

Question 21

What type of map shows data using different colors?

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Choropleth map

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Topographic map

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Road map

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Satellite image

Question 22

What is the difference between spatial and non-spatial data?

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Spatial data has a location, while non-spatial data does not.

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Spatial data is quantitative, while non-spatial data is qualitative.

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Spatial data is stored in a database, while non-spatial data is stored in a spreadsheet.

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There is no difference between spatial and non-spatial data.

Question 23

What's the main reason metadata is important in GIS?

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It explains what the data is about.

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It makes the data look better.

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It's not important.

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It's a type of map.

Question 24

How can GIS help you find the best location for a new shop?

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By showing you where the most people live.

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By showing you where the most trees are.

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By showing you where the most roads are.

Question 25

What is spatial autocorrelation and why is it important in geography?

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It shows how data in nearby places is similar.

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It helps us collect data using maps.

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It is a type of GIS software.

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It helps us create 3D models of the Earth.

Question 26

What is a possible career option for someone with knowledge in GIS?

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Urban planner

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Teacher

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Veterinarian

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Artist

Question 27

What's the main reason we use geospatial metadata in GIS?

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To give more details about the data, like where it came from and when it was made

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To show different things on a map

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To make different maps of different places

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To tell us who made the data

Question 28

Why might you choose to use free GIS software?

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It doesn't cost anything to use.

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It's more accurate than paid software.

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There's more free training available online.

Question 29

What is NOT a typical use of GIS?

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Sharing funny videos

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Understanding patterns and relationships in data

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Mapping complex systems to aid decision-making

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Analyzing data to solve real-world problems

Question 30

Which of the following is a fundamental part of a GIS system?

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Spatial data - information about the location and characteristics of things on Earth

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Historical documents like old maps

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Powerful computer hardware

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Complex mathematical formulas

Question 31

Which of these is an example of a spatial data source?

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Satellite images

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A spreadsheet with numbers

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A book about the history of a place

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A school timetable

Question 32

Which of the following is an advantage of using GIS in geography?

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It allows us to see and understand complex patterns and relationships in data

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It is too difficult to use and understand

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It makes data less accurate and reliable

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It can only be used to create simple maps

Question 33

What is the primary role of a GIS analyst?

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To work with spatial data to identify patterns, solve problems, and make informed decisions

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To collect data using GPS devices

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To design and program GIS software

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To analyze satellite imagery

Question 34

Which of these is NOT a popular GIS software?

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Minecraft

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ArcGIS

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QGIS

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Google Earth

Question 35

What is the purpose of using layers in GIS?

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To organize and display different types of data separately on a map

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To prevent data from being edited or changed

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To combine all data into a single layer

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To make maps look more colorful and attractive

Question 36

Which of these is an example of a real-world application of GIS?

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Helping emergency responders plan for and respond to natural disasters

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Playing video games

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Creating invitations for birthday parties

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Writing poems

Question 37

Why is metadata important in GIS?

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It provides information about the data, such as its source, accuracy, and how it should be used

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It reduces the size of the data files

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It makes the data more visually appealing

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It encrypts the data for security

Question 38

What does the acronym GIS stand for?

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Geographical Information Systems

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Global Information Systems

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Geoinformatics

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Geographic Information Science

Question 39

What is the purpose of using layers in GIS?

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To organize and visualize different types of data

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To increase the accuracy of data

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To speed up data processing

Question 40

Which of the following is an example of a real-world problem that GIS can help solve?

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Planning a new road network

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Painting a picture

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Solving a math equation

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Writing a poem

Question 41

What is the difference between a point, line, and polygon in GIS?

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Points represent locations, lines represent paths, and polygons represent areas.

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All of the above are the same type of spatial data.

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Points represent areas, lines represent locations, and polygons represent paths.

Question 42

What is the importance of using metadata in GIS?

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It provides information about the data, such as its source and accuracy.

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It makes the data more visually appealing.

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It reduces the file size of the data.

Question 43

How can GIS be used to support environmental decision-making?

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By analyzing data on land use, water quality, and other environmental factors.

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By calculating students' grades

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By providing access to online games