Checkpoint 1 G1 G2 G3 Principles of Geography

What does the scale on a map indicate?

• The type of map

• The proportional relationship between map measurements and actual distances

• The symbols used on the map

• The direction of north

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Which element on a map shows cardinal directions?

• Scale

• Legend

• Compass rose

• Grid system

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What is the purpose of a map key or legend?

• To show the scale of the map

• To explain the symbols used on the map

• To indicate the map projection used

• To show the grid system

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Which type of map projection is known for distorting shapes but preserving direction?

• Mercator

• Equal area

• Robinson

• Winkel tripel

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What is a grid system on a map used for?

• To show the scale

• To identify absolute locations using coordinates

• To indicate the type of map

• To show cardinal directions

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Which map projection is designed to minimize distortion in area, shape, distance, and direction?

• Mercator

• Equal area

• Robinson

• Conic

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What does a physical map represent?

• Political boundaries

• Geographic features like mountains and rivers

• Cultural information

• Economic data

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Which map projection is often used for thematic maps because it preserves area?

• Mercator

• Equal area

• Robinson

• Winkel tripel

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What is the main purpose of a political map?

• To show physical features

• To show political boundaries and locations of countries

• To show economic data

• To show cultural information

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Which element on a map helps to understand the proportional relationship between the map and the real world?

• Compass rose

• Scale

• Legend

• Grid system

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