Topographic Maps

Students are given two models to plan a hiking trip to the top of a small mountain. Which model will give the best information for the students to prepare for their hike?

• Model W because shows the top view

• Model W because it shows changes in elevation

• Model X because it shows the top view

• Model X because it shows changes in elevation

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

A topographic map is shown. Which description of a location is best supported by the topographic map?

• Location 1 is a valley

• Location 2 is the southern edge of a lake

• Location 3 is an island

• Location 4 is the top of a small mountain

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What is the contour interval of this map?

• 10 ft

• 15 ft

• 20 ft

• 25 ft

What is the approximate elevation at grid 7-I?

• 140 ft

• 170 ft

• 200 ft

• 230 ft

Which profile best represents the topography along a straightline from point Z(6-B) to point Y(2-M)

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which of the following is the best estimate of the difference in elevation between Black Bear Camp and Eagle Peak?

• 400 m

• 900 m

• 1200 m

• 1500 m

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

The highest elevation on this topographic map can be no more than about

• 20 m

• 100 m

• 119 m

• 139 m

When hiking, what is the best reference material to use to determine elevation?

• A globe of the world

• road map

• atlas

• Topographic maps

The diagram below shows a side view of a landform with different elevations. Which of the following maps best represents this landform?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

You are planning a hike across Sloan's Island from West to east, as shown. Which part of your hike would be the steepest?

• From point P to point Q

• From point Q to point R

• From point R to point S

• From point T to point U

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2