Map Projections Quiz

What is one advantage of the Robinson Projection?

• Polar areas are accurate.

• It is most widely used.

• Navigation is difficult.

• Shows true compass.

What is a disadvantage of the Robinson Projection?

• Polar areas are a mess.

• Equator areas are accurate.

• Shows true compass.

• Land areas are true.

Which projection shows true compass directions?

• Robinson Projection

• Mercator Projection

• Goode's Map

• Physical Map

What is an advantage of the Mercator Projection?

• Polar areas are accurate.

• Navigation is difficult.

• Equator areas are accurate.

• People aren't comfortable with the look.

What is a disadvantage of the Mercator Projection?

• Polar areas are a mess.

• Polar areas are distorted.

• Navigation is difficult.

• Land areas are true.

Which map projection has the advantage of showing land areas as true?

• Robinson Projection

• Mercator Projection

• Goode's Map

• Physical Map

What is a disadvantage of Goode's Map?

• Polar areas are a mess.

• Equator areas are accurate.

• People aren't comfortable with the look.

• Shows true compass.

Which type of map shows borders of countries?

• Physical Map

• Robinson Projection

• Mercator Projection

• Political Map

What do political maps show besides borders of countries?

• Mountains and rivers

• Capitals and cities

• Ocean currents

• Physical features

What is one feature of physical maps?

• Show borders of countries

• Show capitals

• Show important physical features like mountains, rivers, or deserts

• Show true compass