Topographic Maps Assessment

An area's height above sea level is its - 

• topography 
• relief
• elevation
• GIS

The difference in elevation between two contour lines is known as the -

• Gradual 
• Steep
• Contour interval
• Index contour

Lines on a topographic map that connect points of equal elevation are called - 

• contour lines
• contour intervals
• index contours
• contour loops 

What is the contour interval on this map?

• 10 m
• 20 m
• 50 m
• 100 m

What is the contour interval on this map?

• 20 ft
• 30 ft
• 40 ft
• 50 ft

What is the most likely elevation of the top of the mountain shown in this map? (hint: first find the contour interval)

• 774 meters
• 871 meters
• 922 meters
• 985 meters

If a hiker travels up this mountain from point D to point C, what is his change in elevation?

• 500 ft
• 600 ft
• 700 ft
• 800 ft

What is the change in elevation from point X to the top of the hill in the topographic map shown?

• 303 m
• 203 m
• 250 m
• 253 m