Satellites and Topographic Maps Lesson

A steep slope, one that would be difficult to climb, can be recognized on a topographic map by looking for contour lines that -

• have large numbers
• are spaced closely together
• are thicker than other lines
• form v-shaped points

Provided is a topographic map of a hill with contour lines drawn showing elevation in meters.
The steepest slope on this hill can be found on the side that is facing which direction?

• Southwest
• Northeast
• Northwest
• Southeast

Provided is a topographic map with contour lines drawn showing elevation in meters.
What landform is shown running from the southwest corner to the northeast corner of this map?

• Mountain
• Plateau
• Valley
• Dune

A satellite image of a river is provided.
The river shown in the satellite image is carrying sediments in which direction?

• From south to north
• From southwest to northeast
• From northwest to southeast
• From east to west

Provided is a satellite image of a glacier as it moves down a mountain and into the bay.
What is the general direction of movement of the glacier?

• North
• South
• East 
• West