What Patterns Do Maps Show Us?

This graph compares the ratings of four earthquakes. The higher numbers mean more and harder shaking. What do these locations most likely have in common?

• They are found near the boundary of a continent and ocean.

• They are found in the middle of the ocean.

• They are found in the middle of continents.

• They are found near the boundary of two continents.

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Which of these is most likely to form at the location the arrow is pointing to in the picture?

• canyon

• volcano

• river

• mountain

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During the year 2003, the number of earthquakes that occurred was higher than usual. The map shows the locations of some of these earthquakes. Where did most of the earthquakes take place?

• Along the edges of the Atlantic Ocean

• Within the ocean basins

• Within the continental landmasses

• Along the edges of the Pacific Ocean

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Which land feature forms where two continents move toward each other?

• glaciers

• mountains

• oceans

• trenches

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The dots on this topographic map show the location of some geysers. Geysers are areas where hot water sprays out onto Earth’s surface. Which conclusion can be made about the geysers in this area?

• Geysers appear in the river, because of the presence of water.

• Most of the geysers are at lower elevations.

• Most of the geysers are at higher elevations.

• There are many geysers, and they are in no particular pattern.

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The diagram shows a landform labeled X. Identify the landform.

Describe where most of these landforms are found on Earth.

Answer explanation

• ocean trench

• They are found in the ocean near the border of continents and oceans.

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The map shows the location of some active volcanoes in the Ring of Fire. Describe the pattern in the location of the volcanoes.

Answer explanation

The volcanoes are where oceans and continents meet.

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