Topographic Maps

The height above sea level is called

• topographic
• contour
• elevation
• depth

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

Determine the contour interval:

• 5 m
• 10 m
• 15 m
• 20 m

What do contour lines that are farther apart represent?

• waterfall
• steep area
• gentle slope
• river

What is elevation?

• Height

• An elevator

• The width

Tags

NGSS.4-ESS2-2

NGSS.5-ESS2-1

The distance between contour lines is called...

• Contour interval

• Contour line

• Colors

• Mountains

A map that shows the surface features of Earth

• Road Map

• Topographic map

• water map

• hybrid map

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