Topographic Maps

If contour lines are close together, then the slope is

• gentle
• steep
• flat
• going up and down

What are the curved lines on a topographic map called?

• contour lines
• contour intervals
• slope
• elevation

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

If contour lines are close together, then the slope is

• gentle
• steep
• flat
• going up and down

On a topographic map of a mountain, you walk a longer distance to get to the top when the contour lines are

• spread out
• close together
• going down
• going up

What is the highest elevation this hill could possibly have? (might not be labeled)

• 1040
• 1060
• 1079
• 1009

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What is the contour interval on this map?

• 100
• 10
• 15
• 20

Tags

NGSS.4-ESS2-2