Maps and Cartography Quiz

What is the study of maps called?

• Cartography

• Geography

• Topography

• Navigation

Which type of map shows boundaries of countries?

• Physical Map

• Road Map

• Topographic Map

• Political Map

What do contour lines represent on a topographic map?

• Population

• Weather

• Height

• Distance

What is a key element that indicates directions on a map?

• Compass

• Legend

• Grid

• Scale

Which projection shows accurate land sizes?

• Robinson Projection

• Azimuthal Projection

• Gall-Peters Projection

• Mercator Projection

What type of map displays roads and highways?

• Satellite Map

• Physical Map

• Road Map

• Data Map

What do symbols on a map represent?

• Colors

• Features

• Directions

• Distances

What are the four cardinal directions?

• North, South, East, West

• North, East, West, Up

• North, South, East, South-East

• North, West, East, South-West

What is urbanization?

• Increase in rural population

• Increase in city population

• Decrease in city population

• Decrease in rural population

What is a push factor in migration?

• Good weather

• Improved services

• Unemployment

• Better job opportunities