Earth Science Unit 1

What is the absolute location for G?

• 45^oS, 54^oE

• 30^oS, 150^oW

• 150^oS, 30^oE

• 30^oS, 150^oE

What is the contour interval?

• 50

• 100

• 20

• 30

In which direction does Pigeon River flow?

• Northwest

• Northeast

• Southwest

• Southeast

Which variable is measured by the scientist?

• Dependent

• Independent

• Constants

• Control group

Which variable is manipulated by the scientist?

• Independent

• Dependent

• Constants

• Control group

Check all that apply. Which of the following are examples of or describe lines of longitude?

• Meridians

• Parallels

• Equator

• Prime Meridian

Check all that apply. Which of the following are examples of or describe lines of longitude?

• The lines are semicircles that meet at the north and south poles

• The lines are full circles that run west to east

• Gives information about west-east position

• Gives information about north-south position

Which of the following coordinates is east of the point 25°N, 80°E?

• 25°N, 120°E

• 25°N, 75°E

• 15°N, 50°E

• 35°N, 70°E

What is a possible elevation for the blue triangle. The map is in meters.

• 64

• 59

• 56

• 73

The “V” shape on a topographic map can be used to determine which of the following?

• Direction a river flows

• Middle of a map

• Height of a hill

• Contour interval of a map