Map and Scientific Method Review Test

What is the main purpose of longitude lines?

• To measure distance from the Prime Meridian

• To locate elevation

• To show temperature zones

• To indicate time zones only

The Equator is located at:

• 0° longitude

• 90° south latitude

• 0° latitude

• 180° longitude

Which line of longitude is also known as the Prime Meridian?

• 0° latitude

• 180° longitude

• 0° longitude

• 90° east longitude

Which coordinate is written correctly?

• 45°E, 60°N

• 60°N, 45°E

• 45° latitude, 60° longitude

• 60°, 45°

A map view is best described as:

• A side view of Earth

• A 3D satellite image

• A view from above looking down

• An underground view

What does a profile view show?

• Land as if seen from above

• A side view or cross-section of land

What is the purpose of a map legend?

• To show the map's age

• To describe the map's scale

• To explain the symbols used on the map

• To show elevation

What does the Prime Meridian divide the Earth into?

• Northern and Southern Hemispheres

• Land and sea

• Eastern and Western Hemispheres

• High and low latitudes

Which hemisphere is Australia located in?

• Northern and Eastern

• Southern and Eastern

• Northern and Western

• Southern and Western

How many standard time zones are there worldwide?

• 12

• 18

• 24

• 36