Compass Quiz

Which instrument is often used in conjunction with a compass for navigation?

• Map

• Ruler

• Compass Rose

• Calculator

What is the main purpose of a compass?

• To track time

• To determine direction

• To calculate weight

• To measure temperature

What is the unit of measurement used for direction on a compass?

• Degrees

• Liters

• Miles

• Kilograms

What is the process of aligning a compass needle with the Earth's magnetic field called?

• Magnetic Inclination

• Magnetic Declination

• Polarization

• Geographic Variation

What is the term for the angle between magnetic north and true north?

• True Declination

• Magnetic Variation

• Magnetic Inclination

• Compass Deviation