Topographic Maps

Determine the contour interval:

• 5 m
• 10 m
• 15 m
• 20 m

What is the difference in elevation between Point X and Point Y?

• 120 m
• 240 m
• 360 m
• 340 m

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.3

Find the contour interval:

• 10 ft
• 20 ft
• 25 ft
• 100 ft

How many mountain tops does this map have?

• one
• two
• three
• four

Which side is steeper?

• The left side of the hill

• The right side of the hill

Each contour line is used to connect points that have the same elevation, therefore, they 

• Always cross
• Never cross 

Which point on the map would be the flattest area?

• A
• B
• C
• D

Determine the contour interval

• 10 m
• 20 m
• 50 m
• 100 m

What do the v-shaped contour lines represent?

• mountains
• steep areas
• gradual areas
• rivers

What is the contour interval of this map?

• 10

• 20

• 30

• 40