Term 3 Stage 4 Geography Topic Test

What is the definition of a "map"?

• A satellite image

• Geographical lines connecting points of equal temperature.

• Diagrams showing the movement of tectonic plates.

• A representation of data (information) over a space.

Answer explanation

The definition of a 'map' is a representation of data (information) over a space, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Complete the following sentences using the word bank below: Geography helps us to make sense of the ________. We focus on three key areas: 1. ________ 2. Human 3. Environmental The first element includes the study of wind, oceans, ________, rivers and ________. Human geography focuses on how we interact with the planet and includes where people ________, the jobs we do, and the spread of ________. Finally, environmental geography focuses on issues like ________ and climate change.

Answer explanation

The first element includes the study of wind, oceans, lakes, rivers and seas. Human geography focuses on how we interact with the planet and includes where people live, the jobs we do, and the spread of cultures. Finally, environmental geography focuses on issues like pollution and climate change.

Look at the compass. a) What does NE mean? b) What does SW mean?

Answer explanation

a) NE means Northeast, which is the direction halfway between North and East. b) SW means Southwest, the direction halfway between South and West.

The circles in the box represent places. You have to walk from place to place. State the direction you will travel for each of these scenarios:

Answer explanation

You will travel in a counterclockwise direction starting from the top circle and moving to the left circle.

What do contour lines on a Topographic map represent?

• The distance between two points on a map.

• Lines connecting points of equal height on a map.

• Imaginary lines used to measure distances on a globe.

Answer explanation

Contour lines on a Topographic map represent lines connecting points of equal height on a map.

Explain why it is useful to use symbols on Topographic maps

Answer explanation

Symbols on Topographic maps are useful for representing features like roads, rivers, and elevation changes in a clear and concise manner, aiding in navigation and understanding of the terrain.

What does "latitude" refer to?

• The angular distance of a location east or west of the prime meridian.

• The angular distance of a location north or south of the equator.

• The distance between two points on a map.

Answer explanation

Latitude refers to the angular distance of a location north or south of the equator, making the correct choice the one that mentions this definition.

What is the function of "scale" on a map?

• It determines the ratio of distance on the map to the actual distance on the Earth's surface.

• It represents the density of population in a specific area.

• It shows the various geological features on a map.

Answer explanation

It determines the ratio of distance on the map to the actual distance on the Earth's surface.