Maps Earth Science

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​Map Review for Earth Science

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We study large objects, like the Earth and it's ecosystems with Maps! They can tell us so much! ​

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Parts of a map

• Title

• Key or legend

Parts of a map

• Compass Rose

Parts of a map

• Scale

​Topographic Map

​Topographic maps show us the elevation of an area.

The lines on a topographic map are called Contour Lines.

the closer they are together, the more step the gradient of that landform.

Gentle slopes are shown by lines that are further apart.

Topographic maps with have a set interval (number of meters) between each contour line. ​

Multiple Choice

10) Which point on the diagram correctly locates 15° S and 30° W?

• Z

• Y

• X

• W

Multiple Choice

The ___________________________ shows the cardinal directions (Never Eat Soggy Waffles).

• Title

• Scale

• Compass Rose

Multiple Choice

You can use a scale on a map to:

• Find out how much the map weighs
• Determine the distance from one point to another
• Understand the meaning of the map's symbols
• Dance the night away

Multiple Choice

The purpose of a map legend (or key) is:

• To explain the history of the map

• To figure out the distance from one place to another

• To identify the meaning of symbols on the map

Multiple Choice

What is this object known as?

• map symbol
• map key
• map scale
• compass rose

Multiple Choice

What is this called?

• Compass Rose

• Map Key

• Map Scale

• Compass

Multiple Choice

4) What is the approximate latitude and longitude of the sunken ship?

• 20.5° S , 70° W

• 20.5° S. 70° E

• 20.5° N, 70° W

• 20.5° N, 70° E

Multiple Choice

The playground is ______ of the park.

• South
• North
• West

Multiple Choice

Robbie made a scale drawing of a neighborhood park. A soccer field in the park is 14 cm long in the drawing. The actual field is 98 metres long. What is the scale of the drawing?

1 centimetre = ___ metres.

• 1372

• 500

• 1400

• 700

Multiple Choice

What is the elevation of point B?

• 800 ft
• 850 ft
• 900 ft
• 1000 ft

Multiple Choice

The image shows a topographic map.

Which statement best describes the location marked by the X?

• It is at the bottom of a large pit.

• It is at the top of a hill.

• It is on the side of a mountain.

• It is in a deep cave.

Multiple Choice

Determine the contour interval:

• 5 m
• 10 m
• 15 m
• 20 m

Multiple Choice

What does it tell you about a hill if the contour lines on the East side of the hill are very close together on a topographic map?

• The West side of the hill is very steep
• The East side of the hill is very steep.
• The north side of this hill has a river on it
• The East side of this hill is very flat

Multiple Choice

In which direction is Mill River flowing?

• Southeast
• Southwest
• Northeast
• Northwest

Multiple Choice

What type of map would be most helpful if you were looking for a steep trail to hike?

• Geologic Map

• Projection Map

• 3D Map

• Topographic Map

Multiple Choice

What type of map would be useful to find an area where a geologist would be able to drill to find oil?

• Geologic Map

• Projection Map

• Topographic map

• 3D Map

Multiple Choice

The pink area represents ________________ people/km²

• 430-990

• 230-420

• 110-220

• 1000-3230