Topographic Maps

If contour lines are close together, then the slope is

• gentle
• steep
• flat
• going up and down

When you move from one contour line to another, the elevation

• stays the same
• goes up or down
• disappears
• is below sea level

What are the curved lines on a topographic map called?

• contour lines
• contour intervals
• slope
• elevation

In which direction is Mill River flowing?

• Southeast
• Southwest
• Northeast
• Northwest

What is the elevation of Y?

• Between 120-140 meters
• Between 100-120 meters
• Between 140-160 meters
• Between 80-100 meters

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What is the highest elevation on this map?

• Over 320 meters
• Over 450 meters
• Over 220 meters
• Over 380 meters

Which side of Holland Hill is the steepest?

• North
• South
• East 
• West

What feature is at the arrow?

• volcano
• mountain
• cliff
• river

Which topographic map matches formation C?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What is the elevation of point B?

• 800 ft
• 850 ft
• 900 ft
• 1000 ft

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3