Types of Maps

Who was one of the earliest geographers to use tools and critical thinking to measure and describe the earth?

• Eratosthenes

• Ptolemy

• Aristotle

• Copernicus

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What is a three-dimensional representation of the earth called?

• Map

• Globe

• Atlas

• Chart

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Remembering

A map projection is a way of drawing the earth’s surface that reduces distortion caused by presenting a round earth on ______ paper.

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Applying

Which type of map emphasizes specific kinds of information, such as climate or population density?

• Topographic map

• Thematic map

• Navigational map

• Political map

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Applying

Eratosthenes calculated the circumference of the earth using the angle of the shadow and the distance between Syene and ______.

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Analyzing

What is the first step in making a map according to the passage?

• Field survey

• Remote sensing

• Satellite imaging

• GIS analysis

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Which satellite system is used for weather forecasting?

• Landsat

• GOES

• Navstars

• GPS

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The process of gathering geographic information from a distance is known as ___.

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What is the primary purpose of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as described in the passage?

• To store information in a digital database

• To provide real-time weather updates

• To track animal movements

• To create physical models of landscapes

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The Global Positioning System (GPS) was originally developed for ___.

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Analyzing