Topographic Quiz Review

What is the correct definition for contour interval?

• The lines on a topographic map

• The value of the spaces between the lines

• The hilltop

• The triangle at the top of the hill

What does the triangle at the top of the hill mean?

• The base of the mountain

• The triangle shows which way the water flows

• The triangle shows the exact height of a mountain

• The triangle is part of a secret cult

Which shows a steep slope?

• The image on the right

• the image on the left

Which shows an image of a gentle slope?

• The image on the left

• The image on the right

How are steep slopes shown on topographic maps?

• Lines that are spread far apart

• Lines that are all around the same distance

• Lines that are vertical

• Lines that are close together

How are gentle slopes shown on a topographic map?

• Lines that are far apart

• Lines that are all around the same distance

• Lines that are vertical

• Lines that are close together

What are contour lines?

• Vertical lines on hills

• Lines on topographic maps with equal elevation

• The same line on a topographic map with different elevation

• The value of the spaces between the lines

Is it possible to have one contour line with two different elevations?

• Yes

• No

What is the contour interval?

• 10

• 20

• 30

• 40

This is most likely a picture of a ...

• river

• hole

• mountain

• tree