Map Reading Quiz

What are some reasons to learn how to read a map, even in the age of smartphones?

• To impress friends

• To navigate when phone battery dies

• To post on social media

• All of the above

How can you confirm your orientation with a compass?

• By checking the time

• By looking at the stars

• By using the legend on the map

• By aligning the compass with landmarks

What information does a legend provide on a map?

• Directions to nearby attractions

• The history of the area

• The symbols and colors used on the map

• The location of magnetic north

What should you do if the contour lines on a topographic map are close together?

• It indicates flat terrain

• It indicates steep slopes or cliffs

• It indicates water bodies

• It indicates valleys

What should you do if you're lost in the wilderness and have a map and compass?

• Panic

• Sit down and wait for help

• Use the map and compass to determine your location and find your way

• Start walking in a random direction

What do contour lines on a topographic map represent?

• Population density

• Elevation

• Road quality

• Climate

Which part of the compass points towards magnetic north?

• Direction of Travel Arrow

• Orienting Arrow

• Needle

• Baseplate

What should you do to ensure accurate readings when using a compass?

• Hold it sideways

• Hold it upside down

• Hold it level

• Hold it loosely

Why might luminescent markings on a compass be useful?

• To blind your enemies

• To signal for help

• To navigate in low-light conditions

• To play glow-in-the-dark games

How can you identify landmarks on a map?

• By looking for small animals

• By using the legend

• By using the scale

• By using recognizable features