
Understanding Grid References
Authored by Michael Eniola
Geography
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of grid references?
To locate continents
To identify specific locations on a map
To measure the distance between cities
To draw borders on a map
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the horizontal grid lines on a map called?
Northings
Eastings
Longitude
Latitude
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a four-figure grid reference, which numbers do you read first?
Northings
Longitude
Eastings
Coordinates
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the six-figure grid reference used for?
To find a whole grid square
To identify an exact location within a grid square
To measure the height of mountains
To show compass directions
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these is an example of a four-figure grid reference?
3564
35°N, 64°E
35646
35 km
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a six-figure grid reference, the third digit in each set of numbers represents:
Distance to the nearest landmark
Tenths within the grid square for more precision
A specific place on the map
Height above sea level
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following describes the correct order for creating a grid reference?
Read the northings first, then the eastings
Read the eastings first, then the northings
Read both together
Measure the distance first
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