
Topographic Maps Quiz

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Geography
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9th Grade
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Hard

Rebecca Jackson
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is elevation?
The distance between two points
The angle between the horizon and an object
Height above sea level
Distance below sea level
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the unit of measurement for elevation?
inches or centimeters
pounds or kilograms
gallons or liters
feet or meters
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is contour interval?
The contour interval is the angle between contour lines on a map.
The contour interval is the horizontal distance between contour lines on a map.
The contour interval is the vertical distance between contour lines on a map.
The contour interval is the distance between two adjacent contour lines on a map.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
How are contour lines used to represent elevation on a topographic map?
Contour lines represent the distance between two points on a topographic map.
Contour lines connect points of different elevation on a topographic map.
Contour lines indicate the direction of water flow on a topographic map.
Contour lines connect points of equal elevation on a topographic map.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean when contour lines are close together on a topographic map?
It represents a body of water.
It means the map is inaccurate.
It indicates a flat terrain.
It indicates a steep slope or a cliff.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean when contour lines are far apart on a topographic map?
No slope or level ground
Gentle slope or flat terrain
Steep slope or rugged terrain
Contour lines are not related to slope
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is a benchmark on a topographic map?
A benchmark on a topographic map is a point of known elevation that is used as a reference for other elevations on the map.
A benchmark on a topographic map is a symbol used to represent a river or stream.
A benchmark on a topographic map is a line that connects points of equal elevation.
A benchmark on a topographic map is a type of compass used for navigation.
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