Navigating the Earth's Surface

What is the purpose of contour lines on a topographic map?

• To indicate the type of vegetation in an area

• To show the direction of river flow

• To represent areas of equal elevation

• To mark political boundaries

If the contour interval on a topographic map is 20 meters, what is the difference in elevation between two contour lines that are one after another?

• 10 meters

• 20 meters

• 40 meters

• 5 meters

What do closely spaced contour lines on a topographic map indicate?

• A gentle slope

• A flat terrain

• A steep slope

• A body of water

On a topographic map, what does it mean when contour lines form a 'V' shape that points uphill?

• There is a mountain peak

• There is a ridge line

• There is a valley or stream

• There is a man-made structure

What is the primary purpose of using latitude and longitude in mapping?

• To determine the climate of a region

• To calculate the area of a landmass

• To provide a precise location on the Earth's surface

• To indicate the direction of magnetic north

What is the contour interval if the elevation of the first contour line is 100 meters and the fifth contour line is 200 meters?

• 20 meters

• 25 meters

• 50 meters

• 100 meters

What are the coordinates for the blue dot?

• 60 N, 105 E

• 0, 110 E

• 7 S, 60 W

• 20 N, 156 W

What are the coordinates for the lime green dot?

• 60 N, 105 E

• 0, 110 E

• 7 S, 60 W

• 20 N, 156 W

What are the coordinates for the pink dot?

• 60 N, 105 E

• 0, 110 E

• 7 S, 60 W

• 20 N, 156 W

What are the coordinates for the dark green dot?

• 60 N, 105 E

• 0, 110 E

• 7 S, 60 W

• 20 N, 156 W