T1L1 Lesson Check Review

Match the following terms with their definitions

• the position in degrees east or west of the Prime Meridian

• Longitude

• north, east, south, and west

• Cardinal Direction

• the position north or south of the Equator measured in degrees

• Intermediate Directions

• study of the human and nonhuman features of Earth

• Geography

• a compass direction that lies between the cardinal directions, such as northeast

• Latitude

Match the following definitions with their terms

• pattern

• the organized spread of features in a space

• interaction

• two or more things affecting each other

• distortion

• loss of accuracy

• projection

• way to map Earth on a flat surface

• scale

• relative size shown on a map

You are on a hiking trip and you have a physical map. Which part of the map would you look at to find directions?

• scale bar

• compass rose

• locator map

• key

Answer explanation

The question asks which part of a physical map would help you find directions during a hiking trip. While all the options - scale bar, compass rose, locator map, and key - are parts of a map, the correct answer is the compass rose. This is because the compass rose shows the orientation of the map, indicating directions such as north, east, south, and west, which is crucial for navigation.

When a geographer studies the migration patterns of humans over many centuries and how that has affected the geography of North America, which theme of geography is he or she using?

• location

• region

• place

• movement

Answer explanation

The theme of 'movement' in geography refers to the movement and migration of human beings, their ideas, and commodities over time and space. In the question, the geographer studying the migration patterns of humans over centuries and its impact on North America's geography is utilizing this theme.

What is one advantage of using a city map over an aerial photograph for understanding the layout of New York City?

• There is too much distortion in a photograph of the city

• City maps show fewer features of New York City than photographs

• Photographs show only some features for a given purpose, and maps show more details and features.

• Photographs of New York City do not give an accurate picture of the region they show.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Photographs of the city show only the most important features for a given purpose.' This means that a city map provides a more comprehensive view of New York City as it includes minor details that may not be highlighted in a photograph. Unlike a photograph, a map can display all features, irrespective of their importance, giving a more complete understanding of the layout.

You are a geographer and you are given a physical map. What type of information would you expect to find on it?

• natural features

• national boundaries

• roads

• where people live

Answer explanation

A physical map primarily shows the geographical features of a region. You would expect to find natural features such as mountains, rivers, seas, etc., on it. While it may contain some elements of human-made features, its main focus is on the natural landscape. So, among the given options, 'natural features' is the correct answer.

While planning a road trip through the USA, you need to identify the capital of the state of Montana. Which type of map would you be most likely to use?

• a special-purpose map

• a physical map

• a government-made map

• a political map

Answer explanation

The question asks about identifying the capital of a state, in this case, Montana. A political map is the most suitable for this purpose as it shows the political boundaries of states and their capitals, unlike physical or special-purpose maps. Therefore, a political map is the correct choice.

As a cartographer, what would you primarily focus on while creating a political map?

• mountain ranges and rivers

• population density

• national and state boundaries

• road networks

Why might a tourist prefer a street map of Paris over a satellite image?

• Satellite images do not show the Eiffel Tower

• Street maps provide detailed information about roads and landmarks

• Satellite images are always in black and white

• Street maps are easier to fold and carry

When a geographer studies the impact of climate change on the physical features of a region, which theme of geography is he or she using?

• location

• region

• place

• human-environment interaction