6th grade mapping Earth Chapter test

Lines of __________ show directions east and west on a map.

• a) longitude

• b) meridian

• c) equator

• d) latitude

Which type of map shows shapes at the Earth's surface and contain lines that connect points of elevation?

• Political map

• Topographic map

• Road map

• Weather map

Satellites orbiting the earth send information to find locations, this is called __________

• a) Global Navigation Satellite System

• b) Satellite Communication System

• c) Earth Observation System

• d) Global Positioning System

Finding locations through remote sensing require how many satellites?

• At least three satellites

• One satellite

• Two satellites

• 25 satellites

What information on a map shows the distance?

• Grid lines

• Compass Rose

• Map Legend

• Map Scale

Looking down on an area from above shows what type of view of a map?

• Map view

• Topographic view

• Side view

Which location is closest to the North Pole?

• 100 Degrees West, 50 Degrees North

• 40 degrees East, 40 degrees South

• 80 degrees East, 80 Degrees North

What is the longitude line that divides the map in East and West?

• International Date Line

• Tropic of Cancer

• Equator

• Prime Meridian

Why is it important for scientists to know mapping information?

• To understand geographical features

• To improve artistic skills

• To enhance culinary techniques

• To develop musical talent

What type of map would I use for going on a hike in the forest?

• Political map

• Road map

• Topographic map